We are offering an exciting ST3+ / Registrar‑level role within our dynamic General Surgery service, with excellent exposure to Colorectal and Upper GI Surgery . The successful candidate will enjoy a varied timetable including regular clinics, high‑quality theatre sessions, and a manageable 1:10 on‑call rota . For those looking to expand their portfolio, endoscopy training is available , providing a fantastic opportunity to build skills and strengthen future applications for higher surgical training.
This post offers a vibrant and varied timetable, typically including 2–3 theatre sessions , 1–2 clinics , and protected research time for those keen to build their academic portfolio. While based within Colorectal and Upper GI , you’ll also gain hands‑on experience across General Surgery and Vascular , ensuring a broad and well‑rounded training environment.
Every 10th week you’ll take part in a dedicated Hot Week , delivering emergency surgical care within a structured, consultant‑supported team — an ideal opportunity to sharpen acute decision‑making skills.
The role builds on your CT1–2 foundation and provides excellent exposure to both elective and emergency GI surgery. You’ll join the 1:10 on‑call rota , access regular emergency lists, and contribute to the department’s audit, research and publication output. All registrars rotate across teams and work within compliant, trainee‑friendly shift patterns.
Join us in beautiful Torbay, Devon , and enjoy a role that combines high‑quality surgical training with an unbeatable coastal lifestyle. Your weekly timetable will include 2–3 theatre sessions , 1–2 outpatient clinics , and dedicated research sessions , giving you a varied and stimulating working week.
Although based within Colorectal and Upper GI , you’ll also gain valuable exposure to General Surgery and Vascular , ensuring a broad skillset and excellent preparation for higher surgical training. Every 1 in 10 weeks you’ll lead the Hot Week emergency service — a well‑structured, team‑based model that provides exceptional experience in acute surgical care.
You’ll be part of the 1:10 on‑call rota , with regular access to GI emergency and elective lists, and will be encouraged to participate in audit, research and publication . All registrars work across teams within compliant, supportive shift patterns.
The Trust’s Surgical Services Directorate spans Upper GI, Colorectal, Urology, Vascular and Breast , supported by a consultant body of 16 General Surgeons , 1 Specialist Vascular Surgeon , 3 Breast Surgeons , and 5 Urologists . Torbay offers a fantastic quality of life — sandy beaches, coastal walks, water sports, and a welcoming community — making it an ideal setting for both professional development and personal wellbeing.
As a registrar in our department, you’ll be fully integrated into all surgical teams, sharing the on‑call service through supportive, compliant shift patterns designed with trainee wellbeing in mind.
Your role will include:
Active involvement in rostered emergency work , giving you real‑time experience in managing acute surgical presentations
Regular participation in consultant‑led ward rounds , with opportunities to lead and supervise junior colleagues
Attendance at a variety of outpatient clinics , enhancing your diagnostic and patient‑management skills
Operating on both elective and emergency lists , ensuring a strong and diverse operative logbook
Working within a prospectively covered rota , providing stability and predictable training opportunities
