Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- Senior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- Fixed term: 12 months (from August 2026 with on call requirement 1:9)
- Hours
- Full time - 40 hours per week (1:9 first on call)
- Job ref
- 390-MR-SUR-SO-5752
- Employer
- Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Southend
- Town
- Westcliff on Sea
- Salary
- £44,170 - £67,610 Per Annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Clinical Fellow - Corneal
Senior Clinical Fellow
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.
Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.
We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust for a Corneal Fellowship for a fixed term of 12 months.
The successful applicant is required to be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a license to practice. Possession of FRCOphth/MRCOphth or equivalent ophthalmic qualification is necessary. Applicants should be at Specialist Trainee grade or equivalent and be near to/completed their higher specialist training in Ophthalmology.
Candidates are expected to have experience in phacoemulsification Cataract Surgery having completed 250 surgeries with audit evidence of results. The ideal candidate will have to demonstrate the ability to operate independently without supervision.
This venture will provide the Ophthalmology opportunity to present widely and will provide and excellent level of management experience for future career progression.
***Please note this post is a 12 month Fixed Term Contract from August 2026 to August 2027***
We look forward to your application and welcome informal conversations.
Main duties of the job
The post comprises eight clinical sessions each week, including one to two theatre sessions, an audit/research session, and dedicated teaching time. Clinical duties include participating in cornea and cataract clinics as well as theatre lists, with work undertaken across multiple sites as outlined in the sample timetable within the job description.
The role provides opportunities to attend departmental teaching sessions on Thursday afternoons. Surgical sessions are incorporated to support the development of corneal surgery skills, enabling the post‑holder to train alongside a consultant ophthalmic surgeon.
Working for our organisation
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- MRCOphth or equivalent
- Successful completion of FRCOphth or equivalent
- Full Registration with the GMC with a licence to practice
Desirable criteria
- Previous Corneal surgical experience preferable Independence in cataract surgery
- Research Experience
Training and knowledge
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable experience of managing patients within Cornea in collaboration with other subspecialties to optimize surgical and ophthalmic outcomes.
- Surgical management of Corneal surgery
- NHS Experience
Desirable criteria
- Primary interest in cornea and general ophthalmology
clinical skills
Essential criteria
- Cornea experience and skills Similar to a trainee within 6 months of CCT
- Demonstrable evidence of training and expertise in corneal surgery
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- James Myerscough
- Job title
- Consultant Ophthalmologist Corneal
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07931 925596
- Additional information
Tracy Porter
General Manager Ophthalmology
07889 601454
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