Locum Consultant in Colorectal and General Surgery with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Information
This position is open to international candidates with a certificate of sponsorship available. However, applicants must verify their eligibility with the employer before applying. The UK immigration policies may affect your eligibility for sponsorship, particularly regarding salary thresholds and occupation requirements.
Job Overview
The Department of Colorectal Surgery in North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Locum Consultant in Colorectal and General Surgery to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an organisation committed to clinical leadership and medical education while providing high-quality colorectal care to the community.
Job Details
Company: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Cumberland Infirmary/West Cumberland Hospital, Carlisle, CA27HY
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Employment Type: Locum
Contract Duration: 12 months
Working Pattern: Full-time
Application Deadline: 02 March 2026
Reference Number: 262-A-26-7748927
About the Role
We provide a 24/7 consultant of the week service for emergency colorectal and general surgery patients, elective colorectal operating lists, outpatient treatments and clinics. The successful candidate will join 6 other Colorectal consultants and 1 SAS doctor to deliver both elective and emergency colorectal and general surgery services.
Key Responsibilities
The role offers opportunities to develop sub-specialist interests that complement our current services. For those interested in leadership and management, the Trust offers development and training opportunities. We will work with you to shape your job plan upon successful appointment, reviewing it after three months and then annually to ensure the perfect fit.
Team and Resources
We have a strong composite workforce made up of Surgical ACP’s, Physician Assistants and Doctors Assistants, supporting our SDEC and ward areas, as well as clinics and endoscopy. We also have a team of Nurse Specialists covering the needs of the service. A full range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are available including Endoscopy, CT, MRI and interventional radiology.
About the Organisation
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our Principles
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of ‘safe, high quality care every time’:
- Being a clinically led organisation
- Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
- A positive patient experience every time
- A great place to work
- Managing our money well
Diversity and Inclusion
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030.
Essential Qualifications
Valid Full Registration with the General Medical Council is essential for this position. Applicants must also hold Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent qualification.
Essential Skills and Knowledge
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to offer expert opinion on clinical specialist problems in Urology Surgery, sound wide-based knowledge of Urology surgical conditions, and the ability to take full and independent responsibility for urology surgical patients.
Desirable Qualifications
A proven track record in undertaking research projects is desirable for this position. Other desirable qualifications include other relevant medical and non-medical training/degrees, MD or PhD degrees, and other relevant postgraduate qualifications.
Essential Experience
A high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of the breadth of common urological surgical conditions is essential. Applicants must demonstrate adequate surgical experience of index colorectal surgical procedures and operations, as well as experience of training and supervising junior medical staff and students.
Leadership and Management
Evidence of participation in clinical audit is essential, along with the ability to lead a surgical team. Commitment to continuing medical education, appraisal and clinical governance is also required.
Teaching Experience
Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience is essential. The ability to critically appraise research and apply research outcomes to clinical problems, as well as the ability to supervise junior staff undertaking research projects, are also required.
Personal Qualities
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, excellent communication skills, an enquiring and critical approach to work, and the ability to organise workload efficiently. Demonstrating empathy to patients, coping well in stressful work situations, and working with enthusiasm and showing initiative are also essential.
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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
How to Apply
For questions about the job, contact Emily Dickson (General Manager) at Emily.Dickson2@ncic.nhs.uk or call 07766363120.
Application Instructions for International Candidates
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Verify your eligibility for a UK work visa through the official UK government website
- Prepare your CV and supporting documents that demonstrate meeting all essential criteria
- Complete the application form via the NHS Jobs website
- Include details of your GMC registration status
- Submit any required criminal record certificates from countries where you have resided for 12+ months
- Submit proof of your English language proficiency if not from an English-speaking country
Benefits Package
NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years, Flexible working Scheme, NHS Discounts, Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work, Excellent opportunities for development, Competitive NHS Pension scheme, and Vivup, a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems.
Further Information
All successful candidates will be expected to submit documentation for the GMC Portfolio Pathway within 18 months of their start date. If sufficient response is received, this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Emily Dickson (General Manager)
Email: Emily.Dickson2@ncic.nhs.uk
Phone: 07766363120
Employer Website
For more information about North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, please visit: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/