Dermatology Consultant

Dermatology Consultant Job in UK 2026 with Visa Sponsorship

An outstanding UK healthcare opportunity is now available for internationally qualified dermatology specialists seeking a visa-sponsored Consultant role in the United Kingdom. East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Consultant Dermatologist to be based primarily at the renowned Friends Dermatology Centre within Kent and Canterbury Hospital in Canterbury, England.

This position is eligible for sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker visa route (subject to eligibility) and offers a prestigious platform for experienced clinicians who wish to build a long-term consultant career within the NHS. The Trust serves a population of approximately 800,000 across multiple hospitals and community clinics and is widely recognised for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient‑centred care.

This is a substantive Consultant Dermatology post structured around 10 programmed activities (PAs), with the majority of clinical work delivered at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital and occasional Trust‑wide commitments. The successful candidate will join a highly respected and well‑established dermatology service with a strong reputation in skin cancer management, including advanced surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery.

The role offers a broad and stimulating clinical mix, including general dermatology, skin cancer, paediatrics, and occasional skin surgery. The Trust welcomes candidates with special interests that complement the existing consultant team. In addition to clinical service delivery, the role carries responsibilities in leadership, service development, multidisciplinary collaboration, and postgraduate education, making it ideal for senior clinicians seeking both clinical impact and professional influence within the UK healthcare system.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, operating five hospitals and multiple community services. The Trust’s vision is “great healthcare from great people,” guided by strong values of compassion, safety, respect, and continuous improvement.

Through its “We care” programme, the organisation empowers frontline clinicians to lead service improvements and innovation. The Trust remains experienced in supporting international medical professionals and can sponsor eligible candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route for consultant‑level roles.

• Deliver a comprehensive, high‑quality consultant‑led dermatology service across general and specialist clinics
• Provide expert care in skin cancer, general dermatology, paediatrics, and selected skin surgery
• Contribute to and support the established surgical and Mohs micrographic surgery service
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to multidisciplinary teams and junior staff
• Participate in service development, quality improvement, and governance activities
• Support other clinical specialties and contribute to postgraduate teaching and training
• Maintain the highest standards of ethical, professional, and patient‑centred clinical practice
• Contribute to Trust‑wide clinical collaboration when required

• Full registration and eligibility to practise as a Consultant Dermatologist in the UK (or equivalent international training suitable for GMC specialist registration)
• Substantial experience across core areas of dermatology, including skin cancer management
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, teamwork, and high‑level clinical decision‑making
• Commitment to teaching, training, and service development
• Strong communication and professional standards
• Eligibility to meet UK Skilled Worker visa requirements (if applying from overseas)

This is a premium opportunity for international Consultant Dermatologists seeking a respected NHS post with UK visa sponsorship, excellent clinical infrastructure, and long‑term career progression. If you are ready to advance your consultant career in one of England’s leading hospital trusts, this role in Canterbury represents an exceptional next step.