LAS ST3+ in Gastroenterology

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST3-5)

Main area Gastroenterology Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST3-5) Contract 12 months (12 month fixed term post, 6 month fixed term post available) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 209-A-26-8165436

Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £67,325 per annum (plus enhancements) Salary period Yearly Closing 17/08/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

Applications are invited from a highly motivated and dynamic doctor to apply for a vacancy within our Gastroenterology Team on a Locum Appointment for Service (LAS) basis.

The post is not recognised for training; however, it will provide valuable clinical exposure supported by a range of training opportunities.

Why Macclesfield?

• A small and friendly DGH where everyone counts in our team. In a recent visit (May 2016) Health Education England NW noted that ‘all trainee groups would recommend the trust as a place to work. Trainees indicated that they felt appreciated and said the trust provided a supportive and friendly working environment.'
• The Trust is ideally located where the Peak District meets the Cheshire Plain, yet only 20 minutes by train from central Manchester and its airport. Training in a location with the best of all worlds a DGH within reach of Countryside and City.
• Numerous activities nearby; biking for roadies and mountain bikers, walking in the Peaks and on the Plains, running, climbing, sailing as well as big city shopping and clubbing in nearby Manchester.

September 2026 to September 2027 12 month fixed term contract

Feb 27 to September 2027, 6 month fixed term contract

Main duties of the job

Gastroenterology (Ward 3)

The staff on Ward 3 aim to provide a high quality service in a safe environment where the needs of each patient are cared for in a professional and holistic manner by using all available specialist knowledge and skills. The wellbeing of all our patients relies on appropriate and timely assessment, investigation, treatment and care. The aim is to promote optimum health through communication, teaching and provision of adequate information.

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to participate in research as well as to maintain a portfolio and have a clinical and educational supervisor.

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

The basic salary for this role is outlined above based on a 40 hour working week. In addition, there will be enhancements for additional rostered hours (over 40), night rate hours and weekend working allowance in line with the relevant Nodal Point under the new Junior Doctor Contract 2016 pay scales. The value of the enhancement for the role can be provided upon request, however, this is subject to any future rota changes in line with service need.

Working for our organisation

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing your application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Person specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Clinical Skills

• Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours.
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
• Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job.
• Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job.

Other Role requirements

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.