Role Summary
Due to retirement, we’re looking for a Consultant Surgeon to join our Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery department. The role is offered on a full-time basis however, the team are supportive of part-time hours to balance outside interests and commitments.
Whether you are embarking on your consultant career or looking for your next step, you’ll find a welcoming, ambitious and collaborative department where you can make a real impact.
Devon provides the opportunity to build a rewarding and fulfilling clinical career while enjoying an outstanding quality of life. The region offers two national parks, dramatic coastlines, vibrant cultural cities and extensive outdoor activities.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
We’re seeking a consultant ready to embrace change and innovation to meet the needs of our patients. Join our collaborative, supportive and driven team of 14 Consultant Plastic Surgeons providing general and trauma care to patients across Devon and Somerset, based from the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Ideally, you’ll have experience in sarcoma and lower limb trauma, however full training can be provided if required.
You’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities such as our new hybrid theatre, thanks to the successful £1.4m appeal by the Royal Devon Hospitals Charity to provide imaging technology that goes beyond what the NHS is funded to provide. Groundwork has also just started on our new £20m surgical hub at our Heavitree site in Exeter and our teams are piloting advanced AI tools across the Trust providing our clinicians more time to focus on patient care.
Tailor your job plan
This rewarding and fulfilling role, allows you to tailor your job plan to explore your interests, including teaching, training, research and service development. You’ll join the Peninsula Soft Tissue Sarcoma Service) and see first-hand how our Sarcoma Pathway is providing a 40% improvement to waiting times as part of a ‘one stop service’ for patients.
Love where you live and work
We are fortunate to be based in the beautiful South West of England, with the cultural city of Exeter, the rolling moors of Exmoor and Dartmoor, and a multitude of stunning beaches on our doorsteps. We have low rates of crime and excellent education - schools and further education colleges are good or outstanding, and Exeter boasts a top Russell group university.
If you’re ready for a new challenge and a fantastic quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.
Working Pattern: 10 PAs
Interview Date: June 2026
For further information please contact: Gill Baker, Senior Operations Manager by email gill.baker1@nhs.net or Michelle Treglown Executive and Specialist Recruitment Resourcer, michelletreglown@nhs.net
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.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
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 are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
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 will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will 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 would love to hear from you.
