Job summary We invite applications for a Peri- CCT Fellowship in Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery (Accredited by the RCS) starting October 2025. Purposes of the Fellowship: To provide an opportunity for senior colorectal trainees to acquire additional skills in advanced laparoscopic colorectal surgery To enable Fellows to become to undertake and train Laparoscopic colorectal surgery To further audit & research in Laparoscopic colorectal surgery Main duties of the job Develop experience in advanced laparoscopic colorectal surgery. It is anticipated that at the end of the 6-month period the appointee will have performed or assisted with approximately 40 major laparoscopic procedures. It is expected that by the end of the period they will be capable of independent Consultant practice in this area. Develop experience in the training of less experienced surgeons in basic laparoscopic colorectal procedures. The Fellow will be responsible for: Smooth running and coordination of operating lists and the junior doctor theatre allocation The setting up of original research and managing the Monday morning business/academic meetings. Supervise audit projects Attendance at other Colorectal Units as required. Undertake, publish and present research on LCRS Participation in the General Surgical On-call rota An average of 2 sessions service commitment per week The post is well suited to peri-CCT applicants wishing to increase their experience of laparoscopic colorectal surgery. About us The Colorectal Department of Frimley Health now comprises 2 acute sites with twelve colorectal surgeons. While there are potential opportunities to gain experience in laparoscopic colorectal surgery at the Wexham Park site, the fellowship is based at Frimley Park where there are three SpRs, one Laparoscopic Fellow, two core trainees, and one Fy1. The Colorectal unit has SACapproval for three, year 5/6 trainees. The colorectal unit sees approximately 250 cancers each year. We enjoy a close working relationship with the departments of histopathology, radiology, oncology, palliative care and gastroenterology. Exposure in EMR, anorectal physiology and pelvic floor surgery, endoanal ultrasound, Transanal Endoscopic Operations (TEO) and laparoscopic hernia repair is also available. The unit has electronic data on all cancers and all laparoscopic operations. All members of the colorectal department perform laparoscopic colorectal surgery. They have extensive experience in surgical training and are faculty members of a number of laparoscopic courses at home and overseas. The unitoffers an excellent experience of LCRS and is one of the busier units in the UK. Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary £59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 151-FPHCCT-01 Job locations Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberley GU16 7UJ Job description Job responsibilities Please review the attached job description and person specification for a detailed review of the post. Job description Job responsibilities Please review the attached job description and person specification for a detailed review of the post. Person Specification Assessed Essential Full GMC registration Part III FRCS ATLS Laparoscopic workshop Desirable Higher degree e.g. MD, PhD Lap Wet Lab Experience Essential 5 years' experience as SpR in general surgery Trained in laparoscopic cholecystectomy/Appendicectomy Trained in Colonoscopy Desirable JAG accreditation in colonoscopy Experience Essential Specialist interest in lap colorectal surgery Undertake clinical audit Person Specification Assessed Essential Full GMC registration Part III FRCS ATLS Laparoscopic workshop Desirable Higher degree e.g. MD, PhD Lap Wet Lab Experience Essential 5 years' experience as SpR in general surgery Trained in laparoscopic cholecystectomy/Appendicectomy Trained in Colonoscopy Desirable JAG accreditation in colonoscopy Experience Essential Specialist interest in lap colorectal surgery Undertake clinical audit Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberley GU16 7UJ Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberley GU16 7UJ Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, GU16 7UJ Camberley, United Kingdom