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Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
53 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Probity
Demonstrates probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)
- Probity
Capacity to take responsibility for own actions
- Eligibility
Be eligible for full registration with, and hold a current licence to practise from, the GMC at intended start date
- Eligibility
Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Eligibility
Advanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent (as required to complete Foundation competences) by intended start date
- Qualifications
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Academic Skills
Demonstrates understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues
- Academic Skills
Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives
- Academic Skills
Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-informed practice
- Clinical Skills
Ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
- Clinical Skills
Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Clinical Skills
Ability to maximise safety and minimise risk
- Clinical Skills
Recognition of, and ability to undertake the initial management of, an acutely ill patient
- Clinical Skills
Aptitude for practical skills, e.g. manual dexterity
- Language Skills
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:
- Language Skills
Applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English.
- Language Skills
Achieved the minimum score of 7 across all 4 of the following categories in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application – Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (An overall minimum score of 7.5)
- Language Skills
Achieved the minimum Grade ‘B’ across all 4 of the following categories in the Occupational English Test (OET) in medicine in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application – Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. (You must provide your candidate number)
- Language Skills
If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills, but do not have evidence in one of the above forms, they must provide alternative supporting evidence of language skills
- Personal Skills
Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation
- Personal Skills
Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
- Personal Skills
Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions, indicating an analytical/scientific approach
- Personal Skills
Capacity to take in others’ perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
- Personal Skills
Demonstrates respect for all
- Personal Skills
Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
- Personal Skills
Ability to show leadership, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members for the benefit of patients through, for example, audit and quality improvement Projects
- Personal Skills
Capacity to work effectively with others
- Personal Skills
Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively
- Personal Skills
Capacity to prioritise own workload & organise ward rounds
- Personal Skills
Evidence of thoroughness (is well prepared, shows self discipline/ commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
- Personal Skills
Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
- Personal Skills
Capacity to operate under pressure
- Personal Skills
Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Personal Skills
Is able to deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty
- Personal Skills
Understands, respects and demonstrates the values of the NHS Constitution (e.g. everyone counts; improving lives; commitment to quality of care; respect and dignity; working together for patients; compassion)
- Career Progression
Ability to provide complete details of employment history
- Career Progression
Evidence that career progression is consistent with personal circumstances
- Career Progression
Evidence that present achievement and performance is commensurate with totality of their period of training
- Career Progression
At least 4 years’ experience in Ophthalmology specialities by the time of intended start date
- Clinical Experience
Hold a post CCT or equivalent in Ophthalmology
- Clinical Experience
The candidate should be competent in general and emergency ophthalmology with a special interest in Glaucoma surgery.
- Clinical Experience
They should be performing independently in cataract surgery and able to manage complications. They should be able to independently operate.
- Clinical Experience
The candidate may be asked to cover general or Glaucoma on call duties when required and at short notice. They may also be asked to cover for clinics or surgical lists when required and at short notice.
- Clinical Experience
The regular timetable may include general ophthalmic and Glaucoma clinics, emergency (ARC) clinics, laser lists, cataract and Glaucoma theatre lists.
- Clinical Experience
12 months’ experience after full GMC registration or equivalent, and evidence of achievement of foundation competences, in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice; including: make the care or your patient your first concern; provide a good standard of practice and care; take prompt action if you think that patient safety, dignity or comfort is being compromised; protect and promote the health of patients and of the public; treat patients as individuals and respect their dignity; work in partnership with patients; work with colleagues in the ways that best serve patients’ interests; be honest and open and act with integrity; never discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues; never abuse your patients’ trust in you or the public’s trust in the profession.
- Clinical Experience
Evidence of achievement of competencies in medicine or Surgery (as defined by the curricula relating to Core Medical training or Core Surgical Training)
- Clinical Experience
Evidence of cataract and core competencies
- Fitness to Practise
Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs.
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Shows initiative/drive/enthusiasm (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of, the specialty
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Commitment to personal and professional development
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Evidence of attendance at organised teaching and training programme(s)
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Evidence of self-reflective practice
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Academic Skills
Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements, e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
- Academic Skills
Evidence of involvement in an audit project, a quality improvement project, formal research project or other activity which: focuses on patient safety and clinical improvement; demonstrates an interest in and commitment to the specialty beyond the mandatory curriculum
- Academic Skills
Evidence of interest in, and experience of teaching
- Academic Skills
Evidence of feedback for teaching
- Clinical Skills
Successful completion of relevant skills course(s)
- Commitment to Specialty – Learning and Personal Development
Extracurricular activities / achievements relevant to the specialty
Job summary
We are inviting applications for the position of Trust Doctor in Glaucoma within the Department of Ophthalmology at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The post is due to commence in Nov/Dec 2026. Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice by the intended start date.
Main duties of the job
Join the Ophthalmology (Glaucoma) team at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust as a Trust Specialty Doctor, primarily based at Seacroft Hospital, with some sessions at St Jamess University Hospital. Supporting our Consultant team in delivering a high-quality tertiary Glaucoma service, you will enjoy a varied clinical role spanning Glaucoma clinics and the Ophthalmology Acute Referral Clinic (ARC), working closely with our Glaucoma Monitoring Unit (GMU) technicians and wider multidisciplinary team. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed ophthalmologist with a strong passion for delivering outstanding patient care and advancing their clinical practice. Whether you are a post-CCT doctor or an experienced ophthalmologist with FRCOphth (or equivalent) and at least four years of higher specialist training, you will be supported to develop increasing autonomy while contributing to our active research portfolio and innovative teaching hospital environment. Join us at Leeds and be part of a collaborative team committed to patient-centred care, professional development and improving ophthalmic services.
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: 18 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Salary: £76,582 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 002169
- Job locations: Seacroft Hospital, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS14 6UH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Simon Dewsbery Position: Consultant Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma Email: s.dewsbery@nhs.net Phone number: 0113 2064738 Shortlisting Date: 08/10/26 Interview Date: October 2026
Our Glaucoma team offers an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills and experience within a friendly, supportive and forward-thinking ophthalmology service. You will work alongside experienced consultants, senior clinicians and a dedicated multidisciplinary team, gaining broad exposure to the assessment and management of patients with glaucoma. We pride ourselves on a collaborative working environment where teaching, professional development and high-quality patient care are valued, with opportunities to build confidence in both outpatient and surgical aspects of glaucoma care.
What makes our team special is our supportive atmosphere and commitment to helping colleagues develop their skills and achieve their career goals. As a Trust Doctor, you will be welcomed as an integral member of the team, with access to regular teaching, clinical supervision and opportunities to take part in departmental activities and quality improvement. If you are enthusiastic about ophthalmology, keen to expand your glaucoma experience and would like to work in a team that values learning, collaboration and excellent patient care, we would be delighted to hear from you.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic doctor with an interest in ophthalmology and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. You will bring:
- Relevant clinical experience in ophthalmology, ideally with an interest in glaucoma.
- A commitment to developing your clinical knowledge and practical skills in glaucoma.
- The ability to assess patients effectively and contribute to the management of glaucoma and other ophthalmic conditions.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- A commitment to safe, compassionate and patient-centred care.
- Enthusiasm for teaching, learning and continuing professional development.
- An ability to work effectively in a busy clinical environment and prioritise workload appropriately.
- An interest in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.
- Professionalism, reliability and a positive approach to working within the team.
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
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This advert is for Trust Grade Doctor in Glaucoma with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Ophthalmology role. The advertised salary is £76582.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Oct 2026.
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