NHS doctor jobs · England
NHS doctor jobs in England
Ava Medical places consultants, SAS doctors and registrars into permanent NHS posts across England — from large teaching hospitals to district general hospitals. Our service is free for doctors and focused entirely on permanent careers.
Working in England
Permanent NHS careers in England
England's NHS is the largest of the UK health systems, with hundreds of acute trusts and a constant need for senior medical staff across every specialty.
Pay & pension
Consultants in England earn £113,565–£150,569 (2026/27, 2003 contract), plus on-call supplements, extra PAs, excellence awards and the NHS pension.
Where you'll work
From major teaching hospitals to district general hospitals and the independent sector — roles across every English region, including areas that consistently struggle to fill posts.
Grades we place
Consultant (CCT or CESR), Specialty Doctor (SAS) and Associate Specialist, plus senior registrars near CCT. All substantive and permanent.
Pay & conditions
England consultant pay
Consultant basic pay in England (2026/27): £113,565 – £150,569 on the 2003 consultant contract.
Most consultants earn well above basic pay through on-call supplements, additional programmed activities, excellence/impact awards and the NHS Pension Scheme. Source: BMA consultant pay scales, 2026/27.
Browse by specialty
Specialties we recruit
We place doctors across more than 50 specialties. A few of our specialist pages:
Common questions
NHS jobs in England — FAQ
Looking for an NHS post in England?
Upload your CV and a specialist consultant will match you with permanent NHS roles in England. Free for doctors — all fees are paid by the hiring trust.