Job Description

The closing date is 31st Oct 2025

Job summary

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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and experienced ENT Consultant to join our forward-thinking and collaborative team based across Somerset. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped department delivering a wide range of diagnostic imaging and interventional services. The agreed post is for one year with a view to a substantive agreement if both parties mutually agree.


This post offers a 10 PA job plan with a flexible working structure, supported professional activities, and a strong commitment to education, research, and clinical governance. You'll be expected to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, audit and service development initiatives, and provide high-quality patient care.


Somerset NHS Foundation Trust | Multiple Locations Across Somerset


Shape the Future of ENT in Somerset

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Maintenance of the highest clinical standards in the management of all patients presenting to the Hospital. To provide and support colleagues with the management of all adult and paediatric patients presenting with ENT conditions. To develop close links with the ENT Team and undertake the responsibilities of outpatient ENT Clinics. Teaching and training of intermediate grade and, junior medical staff, medical students and ENT Nursing Staff. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit. To have responsibility for and actively participate in continuing professional development

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Registered Medical Practitioner, with full registration with the GMC, or within 6 months of being included on the register at the time of interview. FRCS or equivalent Clinical Fellowship or sub-specialty training Certificate of Medical Education



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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.


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For help with your application, contact:

Alistair Mitchell-Innes


Alistair.Mitchell-Innes@SomersetFT.nhs.uk




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Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental


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Band

Consultant


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Salary

109725.00 to 145478.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-MED-DEAN-3133


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Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA