Locum Consultant Neonatologist

Overview

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Neonatologist to join our neonatal team in NICU at St Mary’s Hospital for a 6-month fixed term locum. The post-holder will be based exclusively in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit on the Oxford Road Campus, where we have a strong track record of innovation and multidisciplinary team working, ensuring a high quality of care for our patients and their families.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the largest neonatal service in England, catering for neonatal medical and surgical infants with a wide range of pathology. Our 69-cot unit is well-equipped with state-of-the-art amenities including integrated clinical monitoring and information systems. There are strong links between MFT and the University of Manchester, and an ethos of clinical excellence and research ensuring candidates have no shortage of option for career development and expanding their portfolio.

Applicants will either need to be on the GMC Specialist Register or be eligible for CCT (or equivalent) within six months of interview. Skills in supervising trainees, teaching junior medical staff, leading a team and communicating with multidisciplinary colleagues are vital.

There is a welcoming, team-based culture here, with individuals encouraged and supported to develop their interests. Manchester is a fantastic place to call home with excellent schools and good local, regional and international travel links. We look forward to receiving applications from motivated and ambitious candidates with good experience and training in Neonatology and would strongly encourage applicants to come and visit our unit.

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. 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.

Date posted 09 February 2026

Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade Consultant

Salary £109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum

Contract Fixed term

Duration 6 months

Working pattern Full-time

Reference number 349-SMH-7674179-RL4

Job locations
Saint Mary’s Hospital
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL

Job responsibilities

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.

This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit…