Speciality Doctor Ophthalmology

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust is advertising an exciting opportunity within the ophthalmology service for a Speciality Doctor. The successful applicant will provide a general ophthalmology service. The timetable will include a variety of outpatient clinic sessions as well as theatre sessions and on call requirements

The primary purpose of the position is to provide a general ophthalmology service based at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, the key responsibilities for this role are to provide general Ophthalmic services under the supervision of a consultant Ophthalmologist, working across theatre, specialist eye casualty and general clinics, supporting with triage of referrals and working as part of the on call 24 hour cover for emergencies as part of the 1 in 8 on call rota.

Main duties of the job

To provide general Ophthalmic services, under the supervision of a consultant ophthalmologist. The post-holder would also be supported to develop a particular interest in a subspeciality area, complete clinical sessions in theatre, specialist and general clinics, support the eye department 24 hour on call for emergencies as part of th non resident on call rota, be involved in triage of referrals and supported professional activities including research and audit.

To have excellent team working skills and the abilities and professional attitude to work well in a multi-disciplinary team. To deliver clinical and quality targets both agreed nationally and locally.

Duties will be divided between direct care delivery and supporting activities such as administration and professional development.

About us

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

362-MEDSDOPH-10-26

Job locations

Stepping Hill Hopspital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• FRCOphth or eqivalent or studying for further exams

Knowledge

Essential

• completion of 4 years full time post grad or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Demonstrate through understanding of UK health service
• Ability to manage time effectively via planning organisation and prioritising

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to form good professional relationships with all departments and to work as part of a MDT
• Ability to lead where appropriate

Values

Essential

• role models the trusts behaviour framework
• Demonstrates sensitivity and empathy
• Meets the service needs in terms of quality and performance standards

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• FRCOphth or eqivalent or studying for further exams

Knowledge

Essential

• completion of 4 years full time post grad or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Demonstrate through understanding of UK health service
• Ability to manage time effectively via planning organisation and prioritising

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to form good professional relationships with all departments and to work as part of a MDT
• Ability to lead where appropriate

Values

Essential

• role models the trusts behaviour framework
• Demonstrates sensitivity and empathy
• Meets the service needs in terms of quality and performance standards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 .

Employer details

Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stepping Hill Hopspital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stepping Hill Hopspital

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed

Qualifications

Essential

• MBChB, MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• FRCOphth or eqivalent or studying for further exams

Knowledge

Essential

• completion of 4 years full time post grad or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Demonstrate through understanding of UK health service
• Ability to manage time effectively via planning organisation and prioritising

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to form good professional relationships with all departments and to work as part of a MDT
• Ability to lead where appropriate

Values

Essential

• role models the trusts behaviour framework
• Demonstrates sensitivity and empathy
• Meets the service needs in terms of quality and performance standards