Consultant Anaesthetist

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a Consultant in Anaesthetics at the West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven.

The successful candidate will develop a special interest to complement other members of the department, participate in the provision of services to the population of North Cumbria, and work across a range of anaesthetic areas. Expectation of working at both hospital sites encourages greater experience. The role requires participation fully in departmental activities, including teaching and audit, with a flexible job plan to maintain skills in all anaesthetic specialities.

NCIC is committed to delivering outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people across 15 main locations with over 6,500 staff.

• Clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

We support a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are focused on inclusivity and compassion.

Our CEO, Trudie Davies, and Executive Medical Director, Adrian Clements, welcome inquiries. For an informal chat, contact Karen Dark (Trudie) and Julia McClune (Adrian).

Please see attached job description and person specification for essential and desirable criteria.

Individuals requiring a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may not be eligible for sponsorship due to salary threshold or occupation criteria. Check eligibility on the UK Visas and Immigration website. Non‑eligible applicants will not be progressed.

Applicants meeting all essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. See our policy.

This post requires a DBS. Costs are met through salary deduction. Standard Check: £28.00 over 4 months. Enhanced: £56.00 over 4 months.

• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
• Flexible working scheme
• NHS discounts*
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and cycle to work*
• Excellent opportunities for development*
• Competitive NHS pension scheme
• Vivup counselling and information service

Important:
Subject to eligibility.

Please document evidence of meeting all essential criteria. This post could close earlier; apply soon.

Applicants shortlisted will be notified via email to log onto their Trac account to select an interview time, usually within 2 weeks of closing date.