Consultant in Congenital Cardiac Surgery with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Note
This position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. However, applicants must verify their visa eligibility directly with the employer, as final sponsorship approval is subject to UK immigration requirements and the employer’s assessment of your qualifications.
Job Overview
We are seeking a Consultant Cardiac Surgeon to join our existing team of three Consultant Surgeons running the Congenital Cardiac Surgery service. This role is based in the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust (BWC) and University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB). The appointee will provide inpatient and outpatient care for congenital cardiac patients, with responsibility for patients under their care within a multidisciplinary team structure. This position is particularly suited for early career consultant surgeons with full mentoring provided during the initial appointment period.
Company Information
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK, formed in February 2017 with a commitment to providing world-class physical and mental health care for women, children and families. Our Trust represents a unique partnership that delivers more seamless care, greater investment in specialist treatments, and a stronger voice in shaping the future of family-centred care. We encourage applications from all areas of the community who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of background or personal circumstances.
About Our Hospitals
Birmingham Children’s Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas. Birmingham Women’s Hospital is one of two dedicated women’s hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year and offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care. Parkview Clinic provides Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services for young people aged 11-18 years with significant psychiatric difficulties.
Location Details
The primary location for this position is Birmingham Children’s Hospital, situated at Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham, B4 6NH. The appointee will also have a sessional commitment to the University Hospital Birmingham (Queen Elizabeth Hospital) in Edgbaston, which provides adult cardiac surgery, advanced heart failure therapies and cardiopulmonary transplantation for the West Midlands and Wales.
Salary and Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per year, paid according to the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff pay scheme. The role is a permanent, full-time position with the standard NHS benefits package, including pension scheme, generous annual leave, and access to continuing professional development opportunities.
Working Pattern and Contract Type
This is a permanent, full-time position working within the NHS. The post holder will participate in the consultant on-call rota in the department of Paediatric Cardiac Surgery for acute care and resuscitation of patients within the Trust, including cannulation for Extra-corporeal life support with availability on site within 20 minutes. Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work and promotes flexible working arrangements where possible.
Job Responsibilities
The successful applicant will work collaboratively within the service to provide inpatient and outpatient care for congenital cardiac patients at both BWC and UHB. The appointee will have responsibility for patients under their care within the context of a multidisciplinary team structure. There is a sessional commitment to Queen Elizabeth Hospital for the provision of the Adult Congenital Cardiac Surgery service.
Clinical Duties
As an appropriately trained specialist in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery, you will assume a full clinical role in the stabilisation, investigation and clinical management of patients presenting with a broad spectrum of congenital heart disease. The role includes participation in the consultant on-call rota for acute care and resuscitation of patients, including cannulation for Extra-corporeal life support with availability on site within 20 minutes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: Full GMC Registration, inclusion on Specialist Register for Cardiothoracic Surgery (or eligible within 6 months), and FRCS(Cth) or equivalent. Desirable: MD/PhD or MSc in a relevant submitted or awarded.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential: Completed training in Cardiothoracic surgery through a recognised program, competent in adult cardiothoracic surgery, and minimum of 2 years subspecialty training in congenital cardiac surgery. Desirable: Wide clinical experience in all aspects of cardiothoracic surgery, experience in transplantation and extra-corporeal circulation, and evidence of active research and educational interest.
Analytical and Judgment Skills
Desirable: Recent experience of managing patients with complex cardiovascular physiology at consultant level, and practical experience of leading clinical audit/QIP projects with measurable outcomes.
Professional/Managerial Knowledge
Essential: Evidence of previous management and leadership tasks, participation in and leading medical teams, commitment to audit principles, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and commitment to continuing professional development. Desirable: Evidence of successful project development, experience in cardiac surgical skills labs, and high level IT skills.
How to Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. International applicants should ensure they have all necessary documentation ready before applying, including evidence of GMC registration, qualifications, and proof of English language proficiency if applicable.
Application Checklist for International Candidates
Before applying: Verify your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa through the UK Visas and Immigration website. Prepare your GMC registration certificate, proof of qualifications, evidence of English language proficiency (if required), and curriculum vitae. During application: Complete all sections thoroughly, paying particular attention to the person specification and how your experience matches the requirements.
Contact Information
For questions about the job or the application process, please contact Mr Phil Botha (Clinical service lead) at p.botha@nhs.net. Please include the reference number 284-7737657-BC-KF-26 in your correspondence. All applications will be acknowledged, but due to the volume of applications, we may only contact candidates who are invited for interview.
Additional Information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check. 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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more during the past 10 years.
Certificate of Sponsorship
The Trust is able to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates. However, sponsorship is subject to UK immigration regulations and the employer’s assessment of the candidate’s qualifications and suitability for the role. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the requirements for the relevant Skilled Worker visa category.
UK Registration Requirements
All applicants must hold current UK professional registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). Information about UK registration requirements for overseas healthcare professionals is available on the NHS Careers website. The Trust will support successful candidates with the registration process where applicable.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their background. Our Trust holds several accreditations including Disability Confident Employer, Stonewall Silver Employer, and is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of employment.
Further Information
For further information about the Trust, please visit our website at https://bwc.nhs.uk/. The complete job description and person specification can be downloaded from the supporting documents section of this advert. The closing date for applications is 20 February 2026.
How to Apply
Please ensure you read the full application instructions carefully before submitting your application. All applications must be completed through the official NHS Jobs portal using reference number 284-7737657-BC-KF-26. International candidates should verify their visa eligibility and prepare all required documentation in advance. The hiring committee will review applications on an ongoing basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.