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The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Locum Consultant in Ophthalmology

The closing date is 13 November 2026

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Job summary

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered. Whilst the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites; Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most People do work from two sites, If they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides Secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre. The department has the support of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic Liaison Officers.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the post will include: Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Paediatrics and Adult Motility. Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre if Cataract expected to do about 7-8 Cases. Paediatric and Adult Motility theatre. Also ROP screening in Neonatal unit. Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 Rota, currently assessed as 0.8 PA. Consultant are normally working at one site only for whole day but if in job plan there is travel involved during the day then it is paid as 0.25 PA DCC activity. Time off in Lieu or Compensatory rest is provided for out of hours work in line with the National consultant Contract. 1.5 Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offered to the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed in accordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions of Service. Any department roles will carry additional SPA. Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001642

Job locations

Trustwide UK

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.

Whilst the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites; Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most People do work from two sites, If they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides Secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre.

The department has the support of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic Liaison Officers.

Main duties

The main duties of the post will include:

• Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Paediatrics and Adult Motility. • Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery • Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre if Cataract expected to do about 7-8 Cases. Paediatric and Adult Motility theatre. Also ROP screening in Neonatal unit. • Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working • On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 Rota, currently assessed as 0.8 PA. • Consultant are normally working at one site only for whole day but if in job plan there is travel involved during the day then it is paid as 0.25 PA DCC activity. • Time off in Lieu or Compensatory rest is provided for out of hours work in line with the National consultant Contract. • 1.5 Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offered to the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed in accordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions of Service. Any department roles will carry additional SPA.

Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.

Essential person specification requirements

To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria:

Full GMC Registration with licence to practise

Medical Degree from recognised medical school FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent

Eligibility to work in the UK

Wide experience in management of Paediatric and Adult Motility patients.

Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Computer literate Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services.

Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and patients. Caring and compassionate Flexible & adaptable Willingness to learn and use hospital systems and processes, and adhere to local policies Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) clearance

For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description

Contact information

For further information please contact in the first instance Mr. Narendra Dhingra, telephone: (01924) 543869

Be part of MY team

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.

We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It’s important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.

Application tips:

If you need help with your application, take a look at the tips on our careers site.

Our benefits

• Access to the NHS pension plan
• Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service
• Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services
• Extensive benefits and support, including:
• Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Home electronics scheme
• Cycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Car lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport
• Flexible working options and family and carer-friendly policies
• Established staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race Equality
• Career progression, training and support

Skilled worker sponsorship

You can find out more about skilled worker and health and care visas on our careers site.

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the role

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered.

Whilst the role will be based primarily at our Eye Centre at Pinderfields Hospital in Wakefield, we provide services at our other hospital sites; Dewsbury and District Hospital and Pontefract General Infirmary. Most People do work from two sites, If they have to travel between sites during the day then that is reflected in the job plan as travel. The department provides Secretarial support and office accommodation in the Eye Centre.

The department has the support of Optometrists, Orthoptists, Specialist Nurses and Eye Clinic Liaison Officers.

Main duties

The main duties of the post will include:

• Supporting the provision of General Ophthalmology with a subspecialty interest in Paediatrics and Adult Motility. • Delivery of outpatient clinics and day case surgery • Workload includes seeing about 12 patients in Face to Face clinic and 24 patients in Virtual clinic. In theatre if Cataract expected to do about 7-8 Cases. Paediatric and Adult Motility theatre. Also ROP screening in Neonatal unit. • Urgent and Emergency Care duties including out-of-hours on-call; schedules will take due account of the provisions of working time regulations and safe working • On-call duties are currently shared with 8 other colleagues on a 1:8.5 Rota, currently assessed as 0.8 PA. • Consultant are normally working at one site only for whole day but if in job plan there is travel involved during the day then it is paid as 0.25 PA DCC activity. • Time off in Lieu or Compensatory rest is provided for out of hours work in line with the National consultant Contract. • 1.5 Core Supporting Professional Activities will be offered to the successful candidate for which appropriate objectives will be agreed in accordance with the Trust Framework* and national Terms and Conditions of Service. Any department roles will carry additional SPA.

Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.

Essential person specification requirements

To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria:

Full GMC Registration with licence to practise

Medical Degree from recognised medical school FRCOphth / FRCS or equivalent

Eligibility to work in the UK

Wide experience in management of Paediatric and Adult Motility patients.

Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving. Good time management. Computer literate Ability to contribute to the development of the Trust and its services.

Able to communicate clearly and effectively with staff and patients. Caring and compassionate Flexible & adaptable Willingness to learn and use hospital systems and processes, and adhere to local policies Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) clearance

For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description

Contact information

For further information please contact in the first instance Mr. Narendra Dhingra, telephone: (01924) 543869

Be part of MY team

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients’ homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.

We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.

If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using artificial intelligence (AI) technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It’s important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form.

Application tips:

If you need help with your application, take a look at the tips on our careers site.

Our benefits

• Access to the NHS pension plan
• Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service
• Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services
• Extensive benefits and support, including:
• Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Home electronics scheme
• Cycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Car lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport
• Flexible working options and family and carer-friendly policies
• Established staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race Equality
• Career progression, training and support

Skilled worker sponsorship

You can find out more about skilled worker and health and care visas on our careers site.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply now to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please click apply now to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application).

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

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Trustwide UK

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Trustwide UK

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Service

Mr Narendra Dhingra

01924543869

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

001642

Job locations

Trustwide UK

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

United Kingdom

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