Locum Consultant in ENT Surgery; Generalist​/Oncology

Locum Consultant in ENT Surgery (Generalist/Oncology)

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 11 March 2026

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to be part of the biggest Trust in England. The vision for ENT at Manchester Foundation Trust is to work closely across Manchester as part of the Greater Manchester ENT team including strengthening links with Manchester Royal Infirmary, Wythenshawe Hospital and North Manchester General.

For any informal discussions regards to this role please contact Sadie Khawaja, Clinical Director for Head and Neck.

The Ear, Nose and Throat Department is a busy and dynamic tertiary level centre, working as a single service across the Macclesfield and Wythenshawe Hospital sites. We provide ENT surgical care to patients from across Greater Manchester and beyond. We are a centre of excellence for Head and Neck cancer as well as providing services for complex voice and airway and other tertiary level otology, rhinology and laryngology services.

We are passionate about providing first-class care to our patients and focused on delivering treatment in a quality and timely manner. We are recruiting to the position of Locum ENT Consultant (Generalist) to join our team of clinicians for 6 months.

As an experienced ENT clinician, you will provide outpatient services to the full range of ENT patient cohorts, ranging from two-week wait to routine. You will have knowledge and practical surgical experience in treating Head and Neck, Otology and Rhinology patients. You will contribute to the out of hours on-call rota.

You will also help train the next generation of ENT clinicians by engaging in training and education of middle and junior grade doctors.

In return the Clinical Service Unit will ensure you have a thorough induction, opportunities for continued professional development as well as a mutually agreeable rolling job plan that will be flexibly arranged in accordance with the service needs as well as accommodating your personal work-life balance.

If you are interested in joining a dynamic team at the forefront of strategic change across Greater Manchester, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career. With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.

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