University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Locum Consultant in Paediatric Cardiology (Expertise in Congenital Intervention)
Start Date: October 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a locum consultant paediatric cardiologist with expertise in congenital cardiac intervention. The successful candidate will join a team of Paediatric Cardiologists and ACHD Cardiologists in the clinical care of patients with congenital heart disease, as a fourth congenital interventionist. Most duties are based at UHS including the children’s cardiac ward, the PICU, the cardiac catheter laboratories and cardiac theatres. UHS is part of the Thames Valley and Wessex Operational Delivery Network.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
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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Provide CHD management and care for the full spectrum of congenital heart disease.
Diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterisation for paediatric and adult congenital cardiac patients.
Take part in a 1:10 on call 24/7 cover for all children with CHD including children’s cardiac ward, NICU, PICU cover.
Take part in a 1:4 on call 24/7 cover for congenital cardiac catheterisation.
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: 2nd September 2026
This vacancy closes on or before: 23rd August 2026
