Consultant Head and Neck ENT Surgeon | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 Per Annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 May 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Company: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7957514/188-MA50426 |
Summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Consultant Head and Neck ENT Surgeon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
A unique opportunity has arisen to join the ENT service at University Hospital Southampton as a consultant ENT surgeon with interests in head and neck surgery and laryngology.
You will join a team of head and neck surgeons and laryngologists providing comprehensive services to the local population and tertiary care to a population extending across Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset. You will work alongside a well established MDT including SALT, dietetic, Radiology, Pathology and CNS teams.
The post would suit an established and experience consultant surgeon with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, innovation and compassionate care.
Please see theConsultant Brochurewhich provides further information.
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.
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You will be actively involved in the head and neck 2 week wait pathway and management of patients with upper aerodigestive tract malignancies. Additionally, there is the opportunity to become involved in laryngology including voice clinics and management of patients with upper airway stenosis.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.
Proposed interview date: 22nd May 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 6th May 2026
This advert closes on Wednesday 6 May 2026