Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery — Aneurin Bevan University Health Board | MedRoles
Junior Clinical FellowGeneral SurgeryFixed Term
Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Newport
Salary
£47,946 – £62,831
Training post
Unknown
Trust type
Teaching
Posted
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About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full Time Junior Clinical Fellow in General Surgery. The post will be based at the Grange University Hospital, SE Wales for a fixed term period of 12 months from August 2026.
This post is suitable for junior doctors considering or seeking a career in a surgical specialty, and/or those wishing to gain experience in surgery prior to applying to other specialties e.g. radiology or general practice, or who seek further experience at core training level before applying to Higher Surgical Training in General Surgery. Many previous post holders have successfully applied to Core Surgical Training posts and other national specialty selection processes. Recent post holders secured their first choice core surgical training posts through National Selection.
“These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales.”
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A named educational supervisor and clinical supervisors will be provided, and training opportunities will be equivalent to those available to our core surgical trainees in general surgery post on the All-Wales core surgical training scheme. There will be opportunities to participate in teaching, research, audit and quality improvement, plus advice and support regarding development of a surgical portfolio and career guidance. These posts will rotate around upper GI, colorectal and breast surgery for 4 months each for elective activities, with all on call activity based in the Grange University hospital for the full 12 months.
Clinically this post includes commitments to emergency and elective general and GI surgery, as well ongoing inpatient and outpatient care. Team rotas within sub-specialties ensure equal access to training opportunities alongside higher surgical trainees, core surgical trainees and Foundation doctors. Clinical commitments will be primarily in the Grange University Hospital, with elective commitments on other sites within the Health Board, including Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Ystrad Mynach and Nevill Hall Hospital in Abergavenny.
For this reason, post-holders will be expected to travel independently between sites; travel expenses will be reimbursed in line with Health Board policy.
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This position involves Regulated Activity with children and adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:
· Enhanced check with barred list information, including
- an adults’ and children’s barred list check
Applicants must hold or be eligible to hold full registration and a licence to practice with the General Medical Council.
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At Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, caring is at the heart of everything we do. We are a multi‑award‑winning NHS organisation, proud to serve the communities of Gwent and committed to improving health and wellbeing for everyone who lives here.
With over 15,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver high‑quality care across hospitals, GP practices, clinics, and community services. As a University Health Board, research and innovation are embedded in our work, supporting evidence‑based practice and continuous improvement in patient care.
Our Gwent Strategy (2025-2035) is a 10‑year plan setting out how we will work with our partners and communities to create a fairer, healthier future for everyone who lives in Gwent. By joining us, you will be part of an organisation that values its people, supports development at every stage, and offers the opportunity to build a rewarding and meaningful career in the NHS”
Whether you are new to the NHS, returning after a break, or building on your existing experience and/or continuing to develop your career in the NHS, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive workplace where you feel trusted, valued, and able to thrive.
Our values — Kindness, Integrity, and Respect — shape how we care for our patients and how we treat one another. They underpin the culture we are building and guide our work at every level, from frontline services to leadership and decision‑making.
We offer a fantastic benefits package, extensive training and development opportunities, and clear professional and leadership career pathways. This includes paid mandatory training, high‑quality in‑house programmes, and opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. We also support agile and flexible working, where tasks and service needs allow, helping colleagues maintain a healthy work‑life balance.