Consultant in Clinical Oncology (Skin and Breast Malignancies)

Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job We are seeking a substantive Consultant Clinical Oncologist specialising in Skin and Breast cancers to join our team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. This is a full time (10.25 PAs) post with less than full-time options available. You will work alongside the established skin and breast cancer Clinical Oncology consultant and multidisciplinary team to provide radiotherapy +/- SACT services as part of a busy and dynamic department. The cancer centre provides comprehensive services to a large local and regional population, with seven linear accelerators providing radiotherapy services including SABR and SRS. Image-guided and surface-guided radiotherapy are implemented across all treatment units. About us WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Details Date posted 22 August 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £109,725 to £145,478 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 188-MB10325-B Job locations Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YDJob description Job responsibilities This post will be clinically responsible for the care of patients with skin and breast cancer within UHS and across the wider region. A post holder with suitable training and enthusiasm would also have the opportunity to join the oligometastatic SABR service. Duties will include: Attending the weekly UHS Skin and Breast MDT and clinics Planning and supervising radiotherapy for Skin and Breast cancer patients Planning and supervising Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy for Skin +/- Breast cancer patients Engaging in Radiotherapy Peer review meetings Teaching and training specialist trainees in Clinical Oncology and the wider multidisciplinary team Actively engaging in the management of, recruitment in to and running of clinical trials The role includes participation in an on call rota for the management of Clinical Oncology patients out of hours, providing advice during evenings and undertaking daily ward rounds during weekends and Bank Holidays (1:20) Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Interviews will be held on 10th October 2025 Job Reference; 188-MB10325-B This vacancy closes on or before 5th September 2025. Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch. Job description Job responsibilities This post will be clinically responsible for the care of patients with skin and breast cancer within UHS and across the wider region. A post holder with suitable training and enthusiasm would also have the opportunity to join the oligometastatic SABR service. Duties will include: Attending the weekly UHS Skin and Breast MDT and clinics Planning and supervising radiotherapy for Skin and Breast cancer patients Planning and supervising Systemic Anti Cancer Therapy for Skin +/- Breast cancer patients Engaging in Radiotherapy Peer review meetings Teaching and training specialist trainees in Clinical Oncology and the wider multidisciplinary team Actively engaging in the management of, recruitment in to and running of clinical trials The role includes participation in an on call rota for the management of Clinical Oncology patients out of hours, providing advice during evenings and undertaking daily ward rounds during weekends and Bank Holidays (1:20) Individuals wishing to apply must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003. Interviews will be held on 10th October 2025 Job Reference; 188-MB10325-B This vacancy closes on or before 5th September 2025. Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch. Person Specification Qualifications, Training & Experience EssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise Broad experience in Clinical Oncology Experience in the management of breast malignancies and/or skin malignancies DesirableRecognised training in academic oncology with postgraduate qualification SABR experience Significant experience in Oncology research Experience of working within the NHS CCT in Clinical Oncology (including up to 6 months before CCT) or appropriate qualifications and experience to allow entry on to the Specialist Register Aptitudes and skills EssentialEvidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching DesirableTrack record or research including presentation and/or publications Trust Values EssentialPatients First Always Improving Working Together Person Specification Qualifications, Training & Experience EssentialMBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise Broad experience in Clinical Oncology Experience in the management of breast malignancies and/or skin malignancies DesirableRecognised training in academic oncology with postgraduate qualification SABR experience Significant experience in Oncology research Experience of working within the NHS CCT in Clinical Oncology (including up to 6 months before CCT) or appropriate qualifications and experience to allow entry on to the Specialist Register Aptitudes and skills EssentialEvidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English). Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching DesirableTrack record or research including presentation and/or publications Trust Values EssentialPatients First Always Improving Working Together 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. 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 theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. 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 theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeNHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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Created: 2025-08-26