Senior Microsurgery Fellow in Plastic Surgery

Northumbria Group.; Norwich; On-site; GBP 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical institution in the UK is offering a Microsurgery Fellow position in the Plastic Surgery department, starting January and July 2027 for six months. This role provides senior plastic surgery trainees with the opportunity to gain deep experience in microsurgery through direct mentorship, supporting consultants in elective and emergency cases. Ideal candidates will have FRCS (Plastic) or equivalent, enjoy teamwork, and be eager for service development. Various flexible working benefits are included.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast track staff physiotherapy service

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required.
• FRCS (Plastic) or equivalent at commencement of post.
• Experience in management of operating lists.

Responsibilities

• Support consultants in elective activities.
• Attend specialist MDTs and clinics.
• Mentored to develop microsurgery skills.

Skills

Good communicator

Capability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Enthusiasm for service development

Leadership skills

Education

FRCS (Plastic) or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Job description

Job Summary

Applications are invited for 2 x full‑time Microsurgery Fellow Posts in the Plastic Surgery department, to commence in the beginning of January and July 2027 for a period of 6 months.
Post 1: 8/1/27 to 7/7/27
Post 2: 8/7/27 to 7/1/28

A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole‑time post will receive equal consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.

Main Duties

This post provides the opportunity for senior plastic surgery trainees to gain further experience in microsurgery (particularly breast and head and neck microsurgical reconstruction). Our sub‑specialty teams perform in excess of 200 microsurgical reconstructions per year.

The post holder will support consultants in elective activities, attend specialist MDTs and clinics, and support emergency activities if required The holder will be mentored to develop skills in selecting patients, planning and executing microsurgery reconstruction independently and manage patients post‑operatively.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast track staff physiotherapy service
• Multi‑faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free park & ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support
• On‑site nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On‑site cafés offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, cycle‑to‑work scheme and home electronics

Job Details

Date posted: 8 January 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £65,048 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 234-MS2463
Location: Plastic Surgery Medical Staff, Norwich, NR4 7UY

Job Responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for the full details of the post and the person specification. Full GMC with licence to practise required on application.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Full GMC registration
• FRCS (Plastic) or equivalent at commencement of post
• Good communicator
• Capable of working in a multi‑disciplinary team
• Enthusiasm for service development and teaching
• Appropriate experience in plastic surgery training
• Ability to lead a ward round independently
• Experience in management of operating lists with adequate time‑management and organisational skills demonstrated
• Evidence of participation in audit
• Evidence of participation in research
• Experience in teaching

Desirable:

• CCT (or equivalent) in plastic surgery
• Previous responsibility for service improvement
• Management skills
• Experience in research or published papers in area of special interest
• Ability to develop subspecialty interest
• Ability to develop leadership skills in preparation for a future consultant role
• Evidence of participation in quality improvement projects
• Ability to motivate and develop junior staff
• Evidence of initiating and leading audit and research projects
• Ability to oversee management of databases
• Good presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

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

Employer Details

Employer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address: Plastic Surgery Medical Staff, Norwich, NR4 7UY
Website: https://teamnnuh.co.uk/