Overview
Job summary. Consultant in Dermatology. 2 vacancies: full time post 10 PA's; part time post 6.5 PA's. Please indicate in your supporting information which post you are applying for.
The Dermatology service has evolved to provide a full range of secondary care services at Tameside Hospital plus nurse-led primary care clinics. The two consultant dermatologists run adult and paediatric clinics and have minor operation lists. Paediatric clinics run in children’s outpatients, in a purpose-built modern unit, with excellent working relationships with paediatric colleagues including paediatric phlebotomy on site. Dermatology surgery takes place in a dedicated, fully equipped and staffed minor operation room. All current consultants perform ward referrals as required. This multi-disciplinary team includes consultants, senior nursing roles and cancer nurse specialists, all with dedicated and well-established clinics. The trust has a well-established Local Skin MDT led by the dermatology department with active involvement of the maxillofacial team. The consultants run a monthly complex case clinical meeting outpatient session for discussion of more difficult cases. There is a monthly departmental meeting where business includes service development, clinical governance and audit to which the appointee will be expected to contribute.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will participate in the day to day running of the dermatology service and will also have opportunities to participate in the management of the dermatology service. This will involve the post holder in:
* Provision of out-patient services for dermatology patients as per agreed job plan
* Further develop existing clinical protocols and pathways to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment minimising hospital attendance where appropriate
* Provision of a consultant-led inpatient referral service, providing advice for patients within general medical services in conjunction with the existing post holders, working with the junior medical staff to ensure optimum effective management of patients
* Take part in professional supervision and development of all the junior and middle grade doctors within the team including appraisal and personal development planning with his/her team
* Demonstrate commitment to, and participation in, clinical governance, risk management, clinical audit, appraisal and annual job planning process
* Promote effective communication within the department and with the wider hospital by regular liaison with specialist medical and service departments within the hospital
* The post holder will provide additional clinical administrative, supervisory, educational and training support for the day-to-day functioning of the department. Active participation in the future development of the department and the hospital is essential.
About us
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
* Compassion
* Accountability
* Respect
* Excellence
We believe the best organisations reflect the communities they serve and we are seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to be truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ and Disabled people.
Benefits include flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.
Details
Date posted: 10 September 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 245-MEDCDERM-10-24-B
Job locations: Tameside Hospital, Fountain Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 9RW
Job description
The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.
The person specification outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential: MB
* Essential: MRCP or equivalent
* Essential: Previous accredited training in Dermatology Medicine
* Desirable: Past record of academic achievements, Publications
CCST and specialist registration
* Essential: Certificate of Specialist Training or within 6 months of completion of training at time of interview. Must be on GMC Specialist Register to be eligible for consideration for Consultant appointment
Clinical experience
* Essential: Extensive experience in Dermatology
* Essential: Ability to provide expert clinical opinion across a wide range of problems within the specialist area of Dermatology
Management and admin
* Essential: Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
* Essential: Able to plan and develop the service
* Essential: Willingness to participate in and lead a multidisciplinary team, balancing departmental and personal objectives
Academic achievements
* Essential: Ability to research outcomes in clinical practice
* Essential: Familiarity with conducting clinical audit
* Essential: Knowledge of using evidence base to support decision making
Personal attributes
* Essential: Experience in teaching junior medical staff
Desirable
* Desirable: Experience of teaching medical students
* Desirable: Formal training in teaching skills
Other
* Essential: Full GMC Registration
Disclosure and Sponsorship
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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 see 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 in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details: Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, Tameside Hospital, Fountain Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 9RW
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