Senior Locally Doctor; In Trauma

Job Summary

Applications are invited for the post of Senior Locally Employed Doctor (Higher) in Trauma to commence from August 2026 on a six month fixed‑term.

This post is based at the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), a major teaching hospital serving the population of Manchester. It offers a number of tertiary and regional services.

Non‑GMC registered candidates at the point of application will be considered under the Trust’s International Fellowship Scheme (note a £750 admin charge). More information can be found on our website.

The post holder will be part of a dynamic team of trauma and orthopaedic surgeons and plastic surgeons dealing with complex trauma cases at the designated Major Trauma Centre. We seek an enthusiastic fellow who wishes to further their interest in complex trauma.

The successful candidate should have completed CCST (or within 6 months) along with full GMC registration. Full registration and a licence to practice in the UK is required.

The candidate will work in a multi‑disciplinary team alongside medical staff, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. With over 30,000 employees and a turnover exceeding £3 billion, we offer an engaging and supportive environment with state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

We foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive, supporting clinical, research and leadership development. Join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare.

• Date posted
  : 16 February 2026
• Pay scheme
  :
  Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade
  :
  Doctor – other
• Salary
  : £73,992 per annum
• Contract
  :
  Fixed term
• Duration
  : 6 months
• Working pattern
  :
  Full‑time
• Reference number
  : V 349‑WTWA‑7767434‑RL4
• Job locations
  :
  Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, M13 9WL

Key responsibilities are described in the attached Job Description & Person Specification documents under Supporting Documents. Review the Candidate Essentials Guide for information on the Trust, benefits and application details.

COVID‑19 vaccination is encouraged but not mandatory.

MFT promotes equality of opportunity, celebrates diversity and eliminates unlawful discrimination. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply.

Essential Qualifications & Training

• Medical degree
• Minimum of 36 months full‑time (or equivalent part‑time) experience at middle‑grade level
• FRCS (Trauma & Orthopaedics)
• Full GMC registration (or eligible for full registration) and licence to practice
• Experience of audit
• Research and publications

Desirable

• Higher degree
• CCT or equivalent in trauma & orthopaedics (within 6 months)
• Distinctions or prizes during undergraduate training
• Successful research grant application

Essential Interpersonal Skills

• Organisation skills
• Communication skills
• Team‑working skills

Applications requiring a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome. For more details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Disclosure and Barring Service checks apply.

Employer name
:
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address
:
Manchester Royal Infirmary, Manchester, M13 9WL

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