Trust Locum Consultant Anaesthetist

We are inviting applications for a 6 month Locum Consultant Anaesthetist post at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. The post is based across our two acute hospital sites in Eastbourne, Hastings and the Sussex Surgical Centre, and includes participation in the general on-call rota. The role offers opportunities to develop and deliver anaesthesia services for a wide range of surgical specialties, tailored to the individual's training, skills, and interests. Main duties of the jobOur department provides comprehensive anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia, acute pain, and critical care services across both sites. We are a collaborative, motivated, and supportive team, committed to innovation, education, and high-quality patient care. We welcome applications from dynamic, enthusiastic individuals who are keen to contribute to our expanding service. About usA wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation. In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee. There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today. Job responsibilitiesAnaesthesia is delivered across two acute sites Conquest Hospital (Hastings) and Eastbourne District General Hospital (EDGH) with dedicated services for both elective and emergency care. Please refer to Job Description Person SpecificationTraining and experienceExtensive experience in all aspects of anaesthesia appropriate to work undertaken in a DGH setting Demonstrates previous experience in day-case anaesthesia Regional anaesthesia Paediatric anaesthesia Perioperative Training Qualifications & RegistrationFull registration with GMC FRCA or equivalent Higher Qualification: a.ND b.PhD c.MSc d.MRCP Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2026-03-27