Job summary
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is no ordinary NHS Trust. It has a reputation for dynamism, integration of clinicians in management, and high quality patient care. The Ophthalmology Department has the opportunity to recruit a full-time consultant with a specialist interest in Glaucoma to join our multidisciplinary team providing optimal care.
The department has shared community schemes, integration with optometrists, expanded roles for nurses and other non‑medical health care professionals, and a high level of clinical research that has shaped improvements in eye care nationally over many years. The department firmly believes in investing in a strong IT infrastructure to develop innovative ways to meet capacity demands including virtual clinics.
Main duties of the job
* The post will involve sessions at any of the 3 hospitals under the Trust with an on‑call commitment in the job plan.
* Contribute to and coordinate the training of medical staff, hospital‑based optometrists and orthoptic staff who work in the Trust’s Glaucoma Ophthalmology service.
* Continue responsibility for the care of patients in your charge and for the proper functioning of the service, allowing appropriate delegation and training for staff.
* Manage day‑to‑day clinics and ensure in/out‑patient services are covered during planned absences.
* Provide advice and support to clinicians in other services during episodes of shared care for patients with combined ocular problems.
* Contribute to the Medical Advisory Committee and serve on other hospital committees as required.
* Participate in clinical governance, audit, meet annual training requirements and satisfy continuous professional development requirements set out by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
* Participate in the Trust’s Appraisal Scheme.
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, see the attached staff benefits leaflet. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.
Details
* Date posted: 09 February 2026
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 176‑S‑HE‑7236523‑D
* Job locations: Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ
Person specification
Education and qualifications
* FRCOphth
* CCT or equivalent in Ophthalmology and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within six months of AAC
* Full GMC Registration with License to Practice
Experience & knowledge
* Clinical Fellowship experience or equivalent
* High degree of surgical (if operating) and clinical skills
* Teaching at post‑graduate and undergraduate levels
Academic achievements
* Demonstrate successful participation in audit
* Evidence of completed and published research
* Instigated, designed and completed audit projects and protocols
Desirable
* Evidence of having supervised and supported research
Key skills
* Effective written (including record‑keeping) and verbal communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact, diplomacy, negotiation and persuasion as well as authority
* Ability to be an effective leader of a team
* Interest in developing innovative ways of delivering patient care
* Capacity to stimulate and accommodate colleagues
* Ability to manage staff
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service 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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
* North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
* Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ
* Website: https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/
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