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Job summary
These posts represent phase 2 of this expansion, we are looking to recruit up to 4 additional stroke consultants who will join a friendly and pro-active department, looking to lead in clinical service provision, teaching and training, service development and audit. We are an accredited Hyperacute stroke research centre and an interest in research would be supported
Main duties of the job
We are looking for applicants for new posts within the Neurosciences Department at the Leeds General Infirmary. Hyperacute stroke treatments have expanded significantly over the last 5 years and in line with NHSE commissioning 24/7 mechanical thrombectomy services, and as the comprehensive stroke centre for West Yorkshire, we have an exciting opportunity to expand our medical workforce in order to deliver this.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 15 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 001889
- Job locations: Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3EX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Dr Marissa Minns Clinical Lead for Stroke
marissaminns@nhs.net
Dr Jonathan Bilmen Clinical Director for the Centre for Neurosciences
jonathanbilmen@nhs.net
Mr Robert Rathbone General Manager for the Centre for Neurosciences
robert.rathbone@nhs.net
The successful applicant should possess MRCP (or equivalent) and should be included on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview, if currently within a training programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the Specialist Register.
Applicants should have established skills in Stroke Medicine and its related specialties. A strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and a research interest is desirable.
Consideration will be given to applicants who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share.
If shortlisted, you will be required to give a 10-minute presentation on:
'How can we marry health and wellbeing, workforce resilience and the need for expansion of stroke services over the next decade in Leeds'
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: 21 October 2026
Why you should join our Team
The Centre for Neurosciences CSU provides the clinical management support for the Departments of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Neurophysiology.
Mr Robert Rathbone is the General Manager of the CSU, Dr Jonathan Bilmen is Clinical Director and Mr Robin Darby is Head of Nursing.
Dr Maruthi Vinjam is Clinical Lead for Neurology and Dr Marissa Minns is Clinical Lead for Stroke. Ms Linda Hayward is the Business Manager for Stroke and Neurology.
A full neuro-physiological service is provided on-site and there are close links with the Department of Neuropsychology.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Person specification
AUDIT
Essential
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
RESEARCH
Essential
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
TEACHING
Essential
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
Desirable
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
TRAINING
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Geriatric Medicine and Stroke Medicine, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
MANAGEMENT
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
ELIGIBILITY
Essential
- Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Relevant higher degree.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Essential
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: passing a Secure English Language Test (SELT) from an approved provider; having a GCSE, A level, Scottish National Qualification level 4 or 5, Scottish Higher or Advanced Higher in English, gained through study at a UK school that you began when you were under 18; having a degree-level academic qualification that was taught in English - if you studied abroad, you’ll need to apply through Ecctis (formerly UK NARIC) for confirmation that your qualification is equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD.
- You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you’ve already passed an English Language assessment that is accepted by the relevant regulated professional body.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview). Portfolio Pathway (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process. Portfolio Pathway applicants must be on the relevant Specialist Register at the time of application.
FITNESS TO PRACTISE
Essential
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
Essential
- Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE IN SPECIALTY/SUBSPECIALTY
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in Geriatric and Stroke Medicine.
- Specifically, must demonstrate higher speciality training in more complex techniques in stroke medicine.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
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