Why are there fewer literal FY1 job adverts?

Many FY1 posts are filled through foundation programme allocation rather than open ad-hoc recruitment. Some employers may still advertise foundation-level or junior doctor roles, but titles vary. Search related terms such as F1, foundation doctor, junior doctor, trust doctor, and locally employed doctor.

Can an FY1-equivalent role be a trust grade job?

It can be, but the advert must be read carefully. A trust grade or locally employed doctor post may be foundation-equivalent, FY2-equivalent, or more senior. Check registration requirements, supervision, rota expectations, and whether the post is suitable for your competence level.

Do FY1 jobs require GMC registration?

Yes. The exact route depends on the role and applicant background. Foundation Year 1 posts usually require provisional registration, while some junior doctor or trust grade roles require full GMC registration. Always check the person specification.

How should I use this page if I am looking for FY1 work?

Use it as a foundation-level discovery page, then inspect individual junior doctor adverts for explicit FY1, F1, foundation, supervised practice, or competence wording. If a post appears too senior, use it to identify the employer or specialty rather than applying directly.

FY1 Doctor Jobs in the NHS

FY1 doctor roles are foundation-level posts for doctors starting supervised NHS practice. Literal FY1 adverts can be limited because many foundation posts are allocated through formal programmes, but candidates still search for F1, FY1, foundation doctor, junior doctor, and trust-grade equivalents. This page helps connect that intent with live junior doctor opportunities and the evidence employers usually expect.

60 live vacancies across 38 NHS employers · updated hourly

Open Positions

£42k - £750k

Salary Range

NHS Trusts

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Latest live FY1 Doctor jobs

Recent fy1 doctor vacancies from this role hub, with employer, location, and closing-date context.

Planning a FY1 Doctor job search in the NHS

Job Clerk tracks live fy1 doctor vacancies across NHS employers so you can compare role level, employer mix, location, salary, contract type, and closing date before deciding where to spend time on an application.

There are currently 60 live fy1 doctor roles across 38 NHS employers in this index. Use the band and city links below to move from the broad profession market into pages with tighter salary, seniority, and local employer context.

Recent salary data for fy1 doctor roles ranges from about £41,750 to £750,000 per year, depending on band, employer, rota pattern, and high-cost area supplements.

Evidence to prepare

Writing ward round notes, discharge summaries, referrals, and handover documentation
Reviewing patients under close supervision and escalating concerns promptly
Ordering investigations, following results, and supporting treatment plans
Prescribing safely within competence and local policy

Common requirements

Medical degree and eligibility for the advertised registration route
GMC provisional or full registration depending on the post requirements
Evidence of supervised clinical practice and safe foundation-level competences
Right-to-work, occupational health, DBS, references, and identity checks

Employer mix

Recent listings include employers such as HCA Healthcare UK, HCRG Care Group, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, and The London Clinic. Check each source advert for person-spec wording and early-close warnings.

Where FY1 Doctor Jobs Are Hiring Right Now

London, London7 jobs

Cardiff, Wales2 jobs

Manchester, North West2 jobs

Weston-super-mare, South West2 jobs

Edinburgh, Scotland2 jobs

Cheltenham, South West1 jobs

Carshalton, London1 jobs

Barnet, London1 jobs

Inverness, Scotland1 jobs

Carlisle, North West1 jobs

Kendal, North West1 jobs

Coventry, West Midlands1 jobs

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