Job Summary We are excited to invite applications for a Consultant Anaesthetist at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. The Anaesthetic Department consists of nearly 40 consultants and over 30 specialty doctors, trust grades and trainees. We are a motivated and supportive group, with a track record including RCOA accreditation (ACSA). The successful candidate will have a varied and fulfilling consultant career delivering anaesthetic services to a wide range of district general hospital specialties. About Us Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust was formed by the merger of Kingston Hospital NHS Trust and Hounslow and Richmond Community NHS Trust. Kingston and Richmond Hospital is a district general hospital situated in a desirable area close to London. The acute hospital is located on a single site in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, with outpatient clinics in neighbouring areas.

We employ 3,300+ staff supporting over 350,000 people locally. We are known for innovative developments in healthcare, particularly in patient-focused care, day surgery and maternity services. Our Maternity Unit is the second biggest in London and receives excellent ratings.

Details Date posted: 03 March 2026 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Consultant Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, pro rata Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 396-2844-MS Location: Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust, Galsworthy Road, Kingston-upon-Thames, KT2 7QB Job Description Job responsibilities: Please see the Job Description for further details on the posts and the person specification. The JD is with the Royal College for approval. Interview date is TBC but likely to be in April. Person Specification Essential

Qualifications

Full GMC Registration (or eligibility to obtain). FRCA or equivalent CCT in Anaesthesia and on GMC's Specialist Register; or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration.

Clinical Experience

Wide range of anaesthetic experience in all surgical specialties excluding cardiac surgery and neurosurgery Experience of emergency surgery in all ages of patients above 2 years of age Exposure to management of sick children in a district general hospital setting prior to transfer

Desirable

Advanced training/SIAs (or equivalent) in regional anaesthesia, obstetrics, peri-operative medicine, bariatric surgery, acute inpatient pain, ophthalmic surgery

Experience in Teaching

Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors

Desirable

Simulation facilitator

Resuscitation

ALS provider APLS/EPALS provider

Desirable

ALS/APLS/EPALS Instructor

Personal Qualities

Leadership within a multidisciplinary team Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability

Desirable

Ability to motivate staff and drive appropriate changes in clinical practice

Quality Improvement, Clinical Audit and Research

Involvement in Quality Improvement Projects and Audit

Desirable

Relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals; presentations at national and international meetings

Additional Information Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS disclosure will be sought. Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance for details. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for information. Employer details Employer name: Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address: Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust, Galsworthy Road, Kingston-upon-Thames, KT2 7QB Employer's website: https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr