Overview
This post has gone to the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) and is currently awaiting approval.
We are looking for a dynamic and friendly colleague to join the existing team at Northwick Park Hospital and National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen's Square.
The applicant will support the current team across both organisations and will be required to undertake general outpatient clinics, specialist epilepsy clinic (NHNN), perform liaison work on the wards, contribute to advice and guidance and triaging of referrals from the primary sector, as well as supervising the clinical fellows and nurse specialists.
Approximately 1500 new outpatients are currently seen each year, and there is a strong local demand for more access to a neurological opinion.
Role
Consultant Neurologist based predominantly at Northwick Park Hospital with sessions at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) at Queen Square.
Responsibilities
* Undertake general outpatient clinics
* Perform liaison inpatient work
* Lead and supervise clinical fellows and nurse specialists
* Contribute to advice and guidance and triaging of referrals from the primary sector
* Contribute to the development of Neurology services in the local area
* Work with NHNN and NHNN Epilepsy Service where appropriate
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serves a diverse population of almost one million people. We run major acute services at:
* Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) and the country’s top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units
* St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned centre for bowel disease
* Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital with 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, Meadow House Hospice
* Central Middlesex Hospital: planned care site with surgical and outpatient services and an urgent care centre
We are a university teaching NHS trust, with a focus on training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Details
* Date posted: 01 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Reference number: 337-MS-1828-OK
* Job locations: Northwick Park Hospital, London, HA1 3UJ
Job responsibilities
The Department of Neurology at London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust employs a team of 15 Consultant Neurologists across three hospital sites, with 7 based at Northwick Park. There are four specialist nurses, two clinical fellows based at Northwick Park, and a comprehensive Neurophysiology service at Central Middlesex Hospital, including 2.6 WTE physiologists and a supervising Neurophysiology Consultant.
The Medical Directorate views Neurology services as a core need in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The post will drive forward development of Neurology services, including Nurse Specialist positions and collaboration with the local Primary Care Trust to enhance access and quality of the service.
The Epilepsy Service at NHNN is a multi-professional team attending to approximately 10,000 people with epilepsy. The consultant body works in a multi-disciplinary team with nurse specialists, neuropsychologists, psychiatrists and occupational therapists, with strong links to the neurosurgery department. The multi-disciplinary team has substantial expertise in the medical and surgical management of epilepsy and contributes to strategic boards across the NHS, including the Association of British Neurologists, and NHS England. The local team is committed to delivering the NHS Five Year Forward View and new services and is nationally and internationally recognised for clinical research.
Sir William Gower Centre is a specialised assessment and treatment centre for people with epilepsy and non-epileptic attack disorder. It is part of the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) but is located outside of London, in Buckinghamshire. The centre is part of the NHNN division and has an inpatient ward with 26 beds and a separate outpatients service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent
* MRCP (UK)
* On the Specialist Register in Neurology (or within 6 months of date of interview)
Knowledge and Expertise
* Wide range of experience - including paediatrics and adult
* Broad based training in Neurology and its subspecialties
Other information
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS check will be required.
* Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered; for information see UK Visas and Immigration guidance.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
* Employer name: London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
* Address: Northwick Park Hospital, London, HA1 3UJ
* Employer's website: https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk
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