Job Description

Recruitmentincentive :20K
Are you looking for an interesting and rewarding job with a good work-life balance in a stunning part of the country ? If so, we are inviting applications for a full time post as a Consultant Neurologist at Wye Valley NHS Trust.
The successful candidate will join a friendly department. We have an exciting opportunity to recruit 2.0WTE consultant Neurologists to work in Hereford.
Most areas of special interest can be accommodated. We are advertising for a full-time consultant, on discussion we may be able to consider flexible working or a part-time position.
AAC Date - TBC
Main duties of the job
We are interested in a Consultant Neurologist with general skills and experience who may also like to develop a sub speciality interest that benefits the outcomes of our patients.
The main duties and responsibilities of the Consultant post are:

• To provide a high quality service in Neurology to the patients ofHerefordshire and the surrounding area, using evidence-based guidelines and clinical governance structures.
• To advise clinical colleagues on matters within his/her sphere of expertise.
• To offer advice / support / education to medical, nursing, managerial and other staff on appropriate matters.
• To carry out medical teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required.
• To contribute to postgraduate and continuing medical education activity including Continuing Professional Development.
• To contribute to the training of nurses, paramedical, scientific and technical staff.
• To contribute to the management process within the Trust through participation in planning, project or liaison groups as appropriate. In particular, the post holder will be involved in Specialty & Service Unitmeetings.
• To support the Clinical Directors and General Manager with appropriate advice with regard to the development of Neurology and Medical services at Wye Valley NHS Trust

Please see further details on the job description attached.
About us
Wye Valley NHS Trust is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT , the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.
Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys and run Hereford County Hospital and the community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster and Ross-on-Wye.
Worcestershire is our neighbouring county. The post holder will be required to travel between sites.
We are a progressive and forward looking trust with ambitious plans to improve quality and integrate patient pathways through close collaborative working with our partners to deliver the quality of care we'd want for our family and friends.
More than 3,500 people work for the Trust - they tell us it's a great place to work, blending the busyness of a DGH with the benefits of working in a beautiful rural and unspoilt county like Herefordshire.
We can offer a great work-life balance and have a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.
Russell Hardy, Trust Chairman: "The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential."
Our values -Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence - are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time...all the time.
Details
Date posted
02 December 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
229-SG-MD-6975584-B
Job locations
County Hospital
Stonebow Road
Hereford
HR1 2ER
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking to recruit to the role of full-time Consultant in Neurology (10 PAs) to support the current delivery of both outpatient clinics and inpatient support. Development of specialist interests will be encouraged. We are advertising for a full-time consultant, on discussion we may be able to consider flexible working or a part-time position.We also welcome applicants who would also like the opportunity to work one-day per week at a Tertiary Centre. We would welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates about their preferred job plan to ensure a full work-life balance.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role and responsibilities. Job description
Job responsibilities
We are seeking to recruit to the role of full-time Consultant in Neurology (10 PAs) to support the current delivery of both outpatient clinics and inpatient support. Development of specialist interests will be encouraged. We are advertising for a full-time consultant, on discussion we may be able to consider flexible working or a part-time position.We also welcome applicants who would also like the opportunity to work one-day per week at a Tertiary Centre. We would welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates about their preferred job plan to ensure a full work-life balance.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Entry on GMC Specialist Register or Eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the date of the interview and hold a license to practice
• MRCP or equivalent postgraduate general medical experience
• MB ChB or equivalent

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications MSc, MD, PhD, Masters in Education

Training
Essential

• Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued)
• CESR

Experience & Knowledge
Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in all aspects of general neurology
• Comprehensive knowledge in Neurology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion in the management of acute and chronic neurological disorders
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• An interest in a sub-specialist field within neurology

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
• Knowledge of principles of evidence based practice
• Knowledge of principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit
• An interest which improves the Neurology pathway in all aspects

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
• Implementation of evidence based guidelines
• Participation in relevant national audits

Research
Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems

Desirable

• Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research

Management & Administrative Experience
Essential

• Evidence of management experience or training
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
• Ability to manage and lead department
• Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities and waiting lists

Desirable

• Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
• Caring, honest and reliable
• Process and enquiring and critical approach to work

Standards
Essential

• Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" set out by GMC

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding for children and adults

Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Entry on GMC Specialist Register or Eligibility to enter it within 6 months from the date of the interview and hold a license to practice
• MRCP or equivalent postgraduate general medical experience
• MB ChB or equivalent

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications MSc, MD, PhD, Masters in Education

Training
Essential

• Training and experience equivalent to that required for UK CCT (or within 6 months of it being issued)
• CESR

Experience & Knowledge
Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in all aspects of general neurology
• Comprehensive knowledge in Neurology and ability to offer expert clinical opinion in the management of acute and chronic neurological disorders
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision

Desirable

• An interest in a sub-specialist field within neurology

Clinical Governance
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance
• Knowledge of principles of evidence based practice
• Knowledge of principles of clinical audit and direct experience of audit
• An interest which improves the Neurology pathway in all aspects

Desirable

• Evidence of implementing relevant evidence based medicine
• Implementation of evidence based guidelines
• Participation in relevant national audits

Research
Essential

• Knowledge of the principles of research and ability to interpret and apply clinical research
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical and surgical problems

Desirable

• Recent published clinical research in peer reviewed journal
• Ability to supervise postgraduate research

Management & Administrative Experience
Essential

• Evidence of management experience or training
• Ability to advise on efficient and smooth running of specialist service
• Ability to manage and lead department
• Ability to organise and manage outpatient priorities and waiting lists

Desirable

• Ability to share departmental management duties e.g. staff rotas

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national level
• Caring, honest and reliable
• Process and enquiring and critical approach to work

Standards
Essential

• Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of "Good Medical Practice" set out by GMC

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge and experience of safeguarding for children and adults

Skills Required