Job summary
This is a part time NHS Locum Consultant post and attracts 9 Programmed Activities per week.
Ophthalmology is part of the Planned Care Directorate at East Cheshire NHS Trust (ECT) which is one of three Directorates within the Trust. The post holder is expected to have general ophthalmology experience and the post holder is expected to be fully competent in phacoemulsification - cataract surgery.
Applicants must continue to hold a Licence to Practise and full details of the person specification.
Hours per week: 9 PA's
Main duties of the job
The key responsibilities of the role include:
The appointee will take a share of the Consultant Clinical responsibilities within the department. This will include:
* Active involvement and leadership in management and decision making of complex ophthalmic cases.
* Being available during the working week so that medical and nursing staff can communicate and consult freely.
* Close liaison with the Operational Line managers and the Clinical Lead to ensure that waiting list targets and associated standards are achieved.
* Ensuring that management plans are clearly displayed in the notes of patients with complex needs.
About us
NHS Medical and Dental salaries are set at a national level. For new starters not already working to UK Medical and Dental terms and conditions of service will be appointed to the minimum paypoint. The starting salary paypoint can only be increased when there is evidence of relevant, completed year's experience in terms of nature, type and level of role. The evidence required to increase a starting salary would be Payslips and details noted in the application form i.e. complete employment history
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate.
If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Details Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
209-A-25-7303549
Job locations
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
Job description Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* FRCOphth (Fellowship Exam of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists) or equivalent
Clinical Experience Essential
* Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT (Certificate of Completion of training).
* Broad range of recent experience in Ophthalmology.
* Evidence of abilityto change clinical practice and service provision.
* Can evidence up to date practice in line with recent initiatives.
* Fullycompetent in high volume phacoemulsification - cataract surgery.
Desirable
* Fellowship training - to complement the department
Management and Administration Experience Essential
* Evidence of developing and delivering change
Desirable
* Ability to engage and communicate the benefits of organisational change to stake holders
* Previous experience in higher level hospital management
Clinical Effectiveness Essential
* Demonstrate understanding of principles of governance and audit
Desirable
* Evidence of having undertaken audit
Teaching Essential
* Experience of successfully supervising and teaching junior doctors and other staff
Desirable
* Evidence of having developed learning opportunities for others
Personal Skills/Attributes Essential
* Demonstrable leadership qualities
* Effective communicator, able to work in a multi- disciplinary team
* Good inter-personal skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Flexibility
* Commitment to CME/CPD
* Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
* Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities
Other Role Requirements Essential
* Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* FRCOphth (Fellowship Exam of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists) or equivalent
Clinical Experience Essential
* Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT (Certificate of Completion of training).
* Broad range of recent experience in Ophthalmology.
* Evidence of abilityto change clinical practice and service provision.
* Can evidence up to date practice in line with recent initiatives.
* Fullycompetent in high volume phacoemulsification - cataract surgery.
Desirable
* Fellowship training - to complement the department
Management and Administration Experience Essential
* Evidence of developing and delivering change
Desirable
* Ability to engage and communicate the benefits of organisational change to stake holders
* Previous experience in higher level hospital management
Clinical Effectiveness Essential
* Demonstrate understanding of principles of governance and audit
Desirable
* Evidence of having undertaken audit
Teaching Essential
* Experience of successfully supervising and teaching junior doctors and other staff
Desirable
* Evidence of having developed learning opportunities for others
Personal Skills/Attributes Essential
* Demonstrable leadership qualities
* Effective communicator, able to work in a multi- disciplinary team
* Good inter-personal skills
* Ability to work under pressure
* Flexibility
* Commitment to CME/CPD
* Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
* Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities
Other Role Requirements Essential
* Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
Employer's website
https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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