Fixed term Spinal Consultant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£113,565 to £150,569 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Exeter, EX2 5DW
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Oct 2026

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Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The Directorate of Trauma & Orthopaedics and Spinal Services is based at the Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre (PEOC) at the Royal Devon University Healthcare Trust. PEOC presently provides routine and specialist orthopaedic work for residents of Devon & Cornwall. The existing staff comprises 34 Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons (including 7 spinal consultants), 7 Specialist Registrars (1 rheumatology), 8 Orthopaedic Fellows and 12 SHOs. The appointee will be supported by junior staff, shared with the other Consultants, including 2 post CCT Fellowships and 2 Orthopaedic higher surgical trainees. There is a comprehensive range of routine elective orthopaedic surgery and specialist surgery, particularly for disorders of the spine, hip, knee, shoulder, foot & ankle, hand and orthopaedic disorders in children. Exeter Spine Unit offers outpatient services in all types of spinal surgery, paediatrics spinal deformity and all types of elective spinal surgery. Pre-operative assessment clinics are held in Exeter, and peripheral orthopaedic clinics are held around the region. Exeter Spine Unit is a complex spine hub in the Peninsula Regional Spine Network. The Exeter trauma service is provided at the Royal Devon and Exeter (Wonford). Working Pattern: As detailed within attached job description. Interview Date: TNC For further information please contact: Henry Budd Consultant Spinal Surgeon & Clinical Lead 01392 403575. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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