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University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology Start Date: August 2026 Contract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology
You should either have or be within six months of being awarded a CCST in Paediatrics (Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition), as recognised by the training advisors in the Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition CSAC or be an established Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist.
Join a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering outstanding care for children and young people. Our Paediatric Gastroenterology service brings together consultants, specialist nurses, dietitians, psychologists, pharmacists, and allied health professionals who work closely to provide truly multidisciplinary care. We foster a culture of mutual respect, continuous learning, and innovation, where every team member's expertise is valued. You'll be encouraged to share ideas, develop new services, contribute to teaching and research, and help shape the future of paediatric gastroenterology within a welcoming and inclusive environment.
As a Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology, you will play a pivotal role in improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people with a wide range of gastrointestinal, liver, and nutritional conditions.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a new post to support the regional paediatric Gastroenterology service based at Southampton General Hospital.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 2nd July 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 21st June 2026
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This advert is for Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, South East, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Paediatrics role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 21 Jun 2026.
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