Job Description

We are seeking to appoint an individual with prior bariatric surgery experience and anticipate that the successful candidate will be able to deliver a range of bariatric procedures (both elective and emergency) early in their tenure. Mentorship will be available for those who require it.
Additionally, the appointee is expected to take a leadership role in the ongoing development of our bariatric unit, focusing on pathway improvements, innovative approaches to bariatric surgery, enhancing theatre efficiency, and establishing a fast-track bariatric surgery service that integrates pharmacotherapy while supporting other services within the hospital.
We also encourage applicants with demonstrated leadership experience in healthcare and a proven track record of driving improvements to apply.
Theappointeewill alsobeexpectedtodelivernon-bariatricupperGIservices,including benign and malignant upper GI work, although upper GI cancer operations are not conducted on-site, and thevolumeof such patients are relatively low.The appointee will be expected to perform routine cholecystectomy andwhereappropriate perform "hot cholecystectomy". There may also be a requirement to perform routine general surgery work, including hernia surgery and lumps/bumps, depending on the serviceneeds
Main duties of the job
1. Clinical responsibilities
The post-holder will be expected to lead the appropriate and safe management of patients under his or her care, including elective and emergency bariatric patients, non-bariatric upper GI patients, general surgery patients and emergency general surgery patients.
An office, computer, and appropriate secretarial support will be provided.
2. Teaching and academic activity
The post holder will participate in the postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and training programme within the hospital. Research activity will be encouraged.
3. Management and clinical audit
The post holder will be expected to contribute to the development of the service within the directorate. The appointee will be expected to take part in the management and routine administrative duties associated with the care of their patients, running of clinical departments and the supervision of junior medical staff and specialist nurses. In addition, he or she will be expected to adopt an active role in the wider management arena within the directorate where appropriate.
4. Continuing professional development
Continuing professional development is an integral part of a consultant post. The appointee will be encouraged to ensure that his/her full entitlement to study leave is taken. The appointee will be expected to attend an annual job plan review with the Clinical Lead of the service.
About us
Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Details
Date posted
28 August 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
105,504 to 139,882 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
293-Consultant-378
Job locations
Homerton University Hospital
London
E9 6SR
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• On GMC specialist Register relevant to the post, or within 6 months of being admitted to GMC specialist register by date of interview (2)
• FRCS (Gen Surg) or equivalent post-graduate qualification 2

Desirable

• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD, PhD) (2)

Sub-Specialty Experience
Essential

• Clinical training and experience in bariatric surgery, non-bariatric upper GI surgery, general surgery and emergency general surgery

Desirable

• Previous consultant-level experience in Bariatric Surgery
• Clinical training and experience in managing complex bariatric nutrition

Clinical Skills
Essential

• Ability to perform routine operations in elective bariatric and general surgery
• Ability to safely manage bariatric and general surgery emergencies

Desirable

• Ability to perform single anastomosis gastric bypass and manage long term follow up
• JAG accredited upper-GI endoscopist

Leadership and Professionalism
Essential

• Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and respond appropriately to service need

Desirable

• Proven track-record of clinical leadership and service development
• Experience leading an MDT and maintaining good MDT governance

Management Skills
Essential

• Awareness of the overall business environment in which the hospital operates
• Understanding of the importance of good clinical coding

Desirable

• Management of team or programme or project

Teaching & Training
Essential

• Experience of undergraduate and post- graduate teaching

Desirable

• Experience of educational supervision, teaching skills course/ qualification

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Evidence of contribution to effective audit and clinical risk management

Research
Essential

• Understanding of principles and application of clinical research

Desirable

• Relevant research experience
• Publication of peer reviewed papers

Communication Skills
Essential

• Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• On GMC specialist Register relevant to the post, or within 6 months of being admitted to GMC specialist register by date of interview (2)
• FRCS (Gen Surg) or equivalent post-graduate qualification 2

Desirable

• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g. MD, PhD) (2)

Sub-Specialty Experience
Essential

• Clinical training and experience in bariatric surgery, non-bariatric upper GI surgery, general surgery and emergency general surgery

Desirable

• Previous consultant-level experience in Bariatric Surgery
• Clinical training and experience in managing complex bariatric nutrition

Clinical Skills
Essential

• Ability to perform routine operations in elective bariatric and general surgery
• Ability to safely manage bariatric and general surgery emergencies

Desirable

• Ability to perform single anastomosis gastric bypass and manage long term follow up
• JAG accredited upper-GI endoscopist

Leadership and Professionalism
Essential

• Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and respond appropriately to service need

Desirable

• Proven track-record of clinical leadership and service development
• Experience leading an MDT and maintaining good MDT governance

Management Skills
Essential

• Awareness of the overall business environment in which the hospital operates
• Understanding of the importance of good clinical coding

Desirable

• Management of team or programme or project

Teaching & Training
Essential

• Experience of undergraduate and post- graduate teaching

Desirable

• Experience of educational supervision, teaching skills course/ qualification

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Evidence of contribution to effective audit and clinical risk management

Research
Essential

• Understanding of principles and application of clinical research

Desirable

• Relevant research experience
• Publication of peer reviewed papers

Communication Skills
Essential

• Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English

Skills Required