Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and forward-thinking Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with a specialist interest in Head and Neck Oncology and Reconstruction to join our team at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP). This substantive post includes an on-call commitment and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, expanding department.
About the Role:The successful applicant will play a central role in delivering and developing our surgical head and neck oncology service. There is a strong focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous service improvement. Experience in anterior skull base resection and joint neurosurgical procedures is highly desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled surgeon looking to advance their career in a high-performing team delivering specialist head and neck services across a wide and diverse population.
Main duties of the job
To provide a consultant led service in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery with specialisation in head and neck oncology. The successful applicant will become an integral part of the Head and Neck cancer services MDT, working alongside colleagues in ENT, Plastic Surgery, Oncology and Restorative Dentistry, with the support of our experienced CNS team. They will be part of the weekly Head and Neck MDT meetings and clinics. They will be expected to provide comprehensive surgical care for patients with Head and Neck cancer. To include resection, and reconstruction using a variety of soft tissue, composite free and local flaps. Operating is often performed in collaboration with our ENT and Plastic Surgery team colleagues. We have access to regular three session operating days to facilitate this complex work. UHP hosts one of only two accredited paediatric operating theatre units in the UK and benefits from monthly visits bythe Southwest Cleft team who deliver a specialist cleft lip and palate service, enhancing the scope of practice across age groups and specialties.We are routinely using digital planning in our patient's care and reconstruction and are well supported by colleagues in our Maxillofacial laboratory.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will play a central role in delivering and developing our surgical head and neck oncology service. There is a strong focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous service improvement. Experience in anterior skull base resection and joint neurosurgical procedures is highly desirable.
The post is primarily focused on surgical head and neck oncology, with an initial job plan that includes 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA). This is expected to increase to 2.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) within the first year to reflect the consultants growing role in service leadership and development. In 20242025, the department handled over 1,000 suspected cancer referrals, highlighting its pivotal role in the delivery of oncology services for West Devon and Cornwall. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team that includes colleagues in oncology, plastic surgery, ENT, and neurosurgery, whichis well supported by the full range of allied health professionals. These well-established partnerships are essential in providing high-quality care recognised by our patients with complex head and neck conditions. The on-call rota is shared with Torbay Hospital, ensuring a balanced and sustainable workload.
UHP is also home to one of only two accredited paediatric operating theatre units in the UK and benefits from monthly visits from the Southwest Cleft team who deliver a specialist cleft lip and palate service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful applicant will play a central role in delivering and developing our surgical head and neck oncology service. There is a strong focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, and continuous service improvement. Experience in anterior skull base resection and joint neurosurgical procedures is highly desirable.
The post is primarily focused on surgical head and neck oncology, with an initial job plan that includes 1.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA). This is expected to increase to 2.5 Programmed Activities (PAs) within the first year to reflect the consultants growing role in service leadership and development. In 20242025, the department handled over 1,000 suspected cancer referrals, highlighting its pivotal role in the delivery of oncology services for West Devon and Cornwall. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking multidisciplinary team that includes colleagues in oncology, plastic surgery, ENT, and neurosurgery, whichis well supported by the full range of allied health professionals. These well-established partnerships are essential in providing high-quality care recognised by our patients with complex head and neck conditions. The on-call rota is shared with Torbay Hospital, ensuring a balanced and sustainable workload.
UHP is also home to one of only two accredited paediatric operating theatre units in the UK and benefits from monthly visits from the Southwest Cleft team who deliver a specialist cleft lip and palate service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On the GMC Specialist list in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion
- Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher degrees and/or MFDS or equivalent, and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate evidence of good clinical training
Desirable
- Additional experience of performing complex paediatric surgery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- On the GMC Specialist list in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion
- Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher degrees and/or MFDS or equivalent, and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons, or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate evidence of good clinical training
Desirable
- Additional experience of performing complex paediatric surgery
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
