Job summaryConsultant Ophthalmologist with a Special Interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious Ophthalmology team at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust.We are looking for an enthusiastic Consultant Ophthalmologist with expertise in medical and surgical paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing and sustaining our paediatric and ocular motility services for children and adults, while contributing to the wider work of a well-established ophthalmology department.Applicants with an additional subspecialty interest are also encouraged to apply.You will join a large multidisciplinary service working across Calderdale Royal Hospital and Acre Mill Outpatients in Huddersfield.The department offers a wide range of general and specialist ophthalmology services, supported by consultant colleagues, specialty doctors, trainees, advanced clinical practitioners, nurse practitioners, orthoptists, optometrists, specialist nurses, technicians, healthcare assistants and a dedicated administrative failsafe team.Main duties of the jobAs a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility, you will provide specialist clinical care for children and adults across outpatient, diagnostic and surgical pathways. You will lead paediatric and ocular motility services, contribute to theatre activity and clinical decision-making, and work collaboratively within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.The successful candidate will also play an active role in teaching and mentorship, supporting junior doctors, ACPs, nursing staff, orthoptists and optometrists, while contributing to service development, quality improvement, research and clinical governance.There will be opportunities to shape innovative models of care and help drive the future development of ophthalmology services across Calderdale and Huddersfield.About usAt Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT), you will join a supportive team of 18 consultant colleagues and a highly skilled multidisciplinary workforce committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care and continuous improvement. As a digitally advanced ophthalmology service in the NHS, we utilise Cerner Millennium EPR, MediSight and an electornic digital referral platform to support efficient, paper-light patient pathways and enhance both the patient and clinician. Our strong culture, community partnerships and commitment to transfomration make CHFT an excellent place for consultants who want to develop their career while influencing the future direction of ophthalmology services.DetailsDate posted20 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary Depending on experience 109,725 - 145,478 per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number372-SURG-MD222Job locationsHuddersfield Royal InfirmaryAcre StreetHuddersfieldHD3 3EAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details.The post offers a varied clinical portfolio that can include:Paediatric ophthalmology clinicsAdult and paediatric ocular motility clinicsPaediatric / Ocular Motility theatreRetinopathy of prematurity screeningClinical triageGeneral ophthalmologyCataract clinics and surgery, if desiredTeaching, supervision and mentorshipAudit, research and clinical governanceParticipation in the Consultant Tier 2 non-resident on-call rota, subject to experience and service requirements Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description for full details.The post offers a varied clinical portfolio that can include:Paediatric ophthalmology clinicsAdult and paediatric ocular motility clinicsPaediatric / Ocular Motility theatreRetinopathy of prematurity screeningClinical triageGeneral ophthalmologyCataract clinics and surgery, if desiredTeaching, supervision and mentorshipAudit, research and clinical governanceParticipation in the Consultant Tier 2 non-resident on-call rota, subject to experience and service requirementsPerson Specification Qualifications EssentialMRCOphth or FRCOphth or equivalentApplicants must be Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to PractiseDesirableRelevant higher degree Experience and Achievements EssentialMust be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of OphthalmologyEvidence of extensive experience and training in assessing and treating patients in General Ophthalmology / on-call settings / Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular MotilityDesirableEvidence of experience in planning and / or managing Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility servicesUnderstanding current issues within Ophthalmology and the future direction of the specialtyAttendance at a recognised management courseShows ability to work with and lead others across professionsMust be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology Teaching and training EssentialExperience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.DesirableAcademic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publicationsTraining in clinical and educational supervisionAttendance at a teaching courseFormal qualification in teaching/education Audit and Research EssentialKnowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projectsDesirableCritical Appraisal SkillsEvidence of knowledge of research methodology Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment EssentialGood communication and empathy skills with patientsEvidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated serviceAbility to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workloadAbility to prioritise and organise workload, co-ordinate staff & manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisisAbility to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staffWillingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost-effective healthcareAbility to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities DesirableEvidence of continual learning and developmentUnderstands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on othersEvidence of innovationAbility to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software and internet browserAbility to touch type General EssentialEligibility to work in the UKAbility to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation TrustFor areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screeningAn enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the Disclosure and Barring Service Person Specification Qualifications EssentialMRCOphth or FRCOphth or equivalentApplicants must be Registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to PractiseDesirableRelevant higher degree Experience and Achievements EssentialMust be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of OphthalmologyEvidence of extensive experience and training in assessing and treating patients in General Ophthalmology / on-call settings / Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular MotilityDesirableEvidence of experience in planning and / or managing Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility servicesUnderstanding current issues within Ophthalmology and the future direction of the specialtyAttendance at a recognised management courseShows ability to work with and lead others across professionsMust be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in all aspects of Ophthalmology Teaching and training EssentialExperience of and enthusiasm for clinical teaching of postgraduate doctors and non-medical staff.DesirableAcademic achievements/evidence of familiarity with research methods which have resulted in publicationsTraining in clinical and educational supervisionAttendance at a teaching courseFormal qualification in teaching/education Audit and Research EssentialKnowledge of Audit principles and evidence of participation in and completion of audit projectsDesirableCritical Appraisal SkillsEvidence of knowledge of research methodology Disposition-Adjustment/Attitude/Commitment EssentialGood communication and empathy skills with patientsEvidence of willingness to participate in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide an integrated serviceAbility to work as a member of a team, both through communication and sharing workloadAbility to prioritise and organise workload, co-ordinate staff & manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisisAbility to integrate the care of a patient by many and various other clinical staffWillingness to work flexibly to deliver clinically effective and cost-effective healthcareAbility to manage high pressure situations e.g. clinical crisis Practical/Intellectual Skills/Personal Qualities DesirableEvidence of continual learning and developmentUnderstands self (strengths and weaknesses) and impact of behaviour on othersEvidence of innovationAbility to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation software and internet browserAbility to touch type General EssentialEligibility to work in the UKAbility to work in various locations throughout the network of services provided by Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation TrustFor areas requiring EPP Clearance (Exposure Prone Procedures), this will also be a requirement of the health screeningAn enhanced DBS disclosure will be required with the Disclosure and Barring ServiceDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameCalderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation TrustAddressHuddersfield Royal InfirmaryAcre StreetHuddersfieldHD3 3EAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCalderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation TrustAddressHuddersfield Royal InfirmaryAcre StreetHuddersfieldHD3 3EAUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Consultant Ophthalmologist Paediatric Ophthalmology & Ocular Motility employer: National Health Service
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