Consultant in Ophthalmology with a sub-specialty interest in Glaucoma
The closing date is 02 June 2026
Applications are invited for a Consultant Ophthalmologist with a subspecialty interest in Glaucoma. The post is 10 Programmed Activities per week, primarily based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe, with some sessions at Victoria Infirmary, Northwich.
The post holder will also contribute to general ophthalmology clinics, participate in the emergency on‑call rota, and engage in teaching, audit, governance, and service development. The Consultant will work collaboratively to promote a positive multidisciplinary culture and support workforce development.
Full registration with the GMC and continuous Licence to Practise are required. The applicant must also be on the Specialist Register or be within six months of obtaining their Certificate of Completion of Training.
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to visit the department prior to interview.
The proposed AAC date is 23.06.2026.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant will lead the Glaucoma service, providing expert assessment, medical, laser and surgical management, including trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device procedures. They will maintain responsibility for patients, manage complex cases autonomously, and supervise Specialist Glaucoma practitioners. Leadership duties include reviewing pathways, addressing delays and supporting elective recovery, ensuring high‑quality outpatient and surgical care.
Job responsibilities
The post is offered at 10 PA but under the terms of the 2003 Consultant Contract, candidates who wish to conduct private practice would be required to offer an additional programmed activity.
There will be 8 PAs for Direct Clinical Care (DCC). There will be 2 Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) per week of which 1 core SPA and 1 APA, used to work flexibly when required in line with Trust Policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full GMC Registration with license to practice
* MBBS and FRCophth or equivalent
* Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR, or European Community Rights
* PhD, MD or high degree
Experience
* Clinical training and breadth of experience equivalent to that required for training UK CCT Ophthalmology
* Extensive experience in management of ophthalmology conditions with a subspecialty interest and training in Glaucoma, eg. ASTO / TSC training
* Ability to offer expert clinical opinion and management on a wide range of problems, both emergency and elective, within the subspecialty and general ophthalmology, at a consultant level. This includes the medical, laser and surgical management of patients with Glaucoma.
* Ability to take full and independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients.
* Recognised fellowship training in Glaucoma
Skills
* Proven ability to conduct clinical and operative ophthalmology in all areas of the specialty. Commitment to effective departmental management
* Able to demonstrate a broad awareness of service management issues.
* Demonstrates awareness of skills required for effective change processes to work
* Demonstrates ability to lead a team by positive example and effective organisational skill
* Understanding of business planning and contracting
* Proven experience in leading/facilitating a change of process
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.
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