Job overview
We are seeking to appoint a Substantive Consultant in Trauma and Orthopaedics with a specialist interest in Paediatric Orthopaedics and Foot & Ankle Surgery. This post will support the delivery of high-quality elective and trauma care within our busy Orthopaedic department, contributing to both inpatient and outpatient services.
The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team of consultants. This role is essential in maintaining clinical continuity in paediatric and foot & ankle services, and offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to service development and multidisciplinary care.
This locum post is available for an initial fixed-term period, with the possibility of extension depending on service needs. The postholder will be expected to participate in the trauma on-call rota and provide supervision to junior medical staff.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for delivering high-quality care in trauma and orthopaedics, with a specialist focus on paediatric orthopaedics and foot & ankle surgery. Duties will include elective and trauma operating, outpatient clinics, and participation in the on-call rota. The post also includes supervision of junior medical staff and involvement in clinical governance activities.
For a full breakdown of responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Organisational and management skills
- Communication Skills
- Commitment to training and development
- Interest in clinical audit
- Evidence of previous audits in chosen subspecialities
- Have published original work in peer review journals
- Evidence of working collaboratively with NHS and other agencies
- Ability to network with colleagues in specialist units
Desirable
- Evidence of prizes or scholarships in chosen field
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Commitment to education and training
- Experience of working in MDT framework
Desirable
- Consultant level experience
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration
- MRCS
- FRCS (T&O) or equivalent qualification
- Entry on specialist register or within 6 months of starting post.
- ATLS
- Fellowship (paediatric)
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This advert is for Consultant Trauma & Orthopaedics with Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Kettering, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jul 2026.
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