Consultant Rheumatologist

Tameside Hospital; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests and health checks

Gym discount

Free bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Job summary

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Consultant Rheumatologist to join the Rheumatology Department. The post is on a 10 Programmed Activity plan with potential part-time or flexible working options and opportunities for involvement in research and training.

The successful candidate will help drive service transformation, improve patient pathways, and collaborate with tertiary centres while contributing to junior doctor education within a

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with license to practice.
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or admission to the Register within 6 months of interview.
• Primary Medical Qualification e.g. MB ChB.
• MRCP UK or Ireland.
• MRCP Rheumatology.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload of the Rheumatology Department.
• Assist in optimising pathways and link with tertiary centres for training and research.
• Participate in junior doctor training and research initiatives.
• Support service improvements and best practice in patient care, inpatient and outpatient settings.

Education

MB ChB

MRCP UK or Ireland

MRCP Rheumatology

Job description

Job Summary

Consultant Rheumatologist

The closing date is 20 July 2026

We are looking for 1 dynamic and motivated individual to join our Rheumatology Department at Tameside. The hospital team currently consists of 4 consultants, with an expanding specialist pharmacy and nursing team, The department has good links with the University of Manchester and other Rheumatology centres within the North West Deanery and also with Primary Care colleagues locally.

This post represents an exciting opportunity to join one of the pioneering integrated care organisations in the country which is transforming the way care is delivered to improve the health of the population it serves. Not only does this post provide exposure to a variety of clinical settings but also the opportunity to be at the core of transforming our services to provide a truly integrated model of health care to our population. The Rheumatology team have been pivotal in some key service transformations within the Trust such as implementing Model A (DMARD) hospital transition, developing an Early Arthritis Pathway, Giant Cell Arteritis Pathway and initiating a Fracture Liason Service.

We are happy to consider applications for full time or part time candidates. Informal discussions and/or visits to meet the team are more than welcomed.

Main duties of the job

Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust seeks to appoint a consultant on a 10 Programmed Activity (PA) job plan in the specialty of Rheumatology.

Part time or flexible working (e.g. weekends and evenings) will be considered. Specialist interests (such as research) will also be considered for the right candidate.

The role will include assisting in optimising pathways enhancing the service offered to the local community and linking in with tertiary centres with opportunities to participate in junior doctor training and research.

We are committed to driving service improvements promoting best practice in the management of patients with rheumatological diseases, including inpatient admissions and outpatient clinics.

Candidates will be required to manage the workload of the Rheumatology Department.

You should be on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or be in receipt of the Certificate of Specialist Training (CCT) within six months of the date of interview.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.

Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

• Safety
• Care
• Respect
• Communication
• Learning

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.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

• flexible working
• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• sick pay
• NHS Pension Scheme
• free eye tests and health checks
• gym discount
• free bicycle loan scheme
• salary sacrifice car scheme
• support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Details

Date posted: 07 May 2026

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: 245-MEDCRHEU-05-26

Job locations: Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust, Fountain Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RW, United Kingdom

Person Specification

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council with a valid license to practice
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / Admission to the Register within 6 months of interview
• Primary Medical Qualification e.g. MB ChB
• MRCP UK or Ireland
• MRCP Rheumatology

Desirable

• Post Graduate Degree

Essential

• Wide experience in Rheumatology
• Good understanding of clinical governance
• Evidence of audit work and where this has brought about change
• Evidence of participation of research
• Experience of teaching juniors, medical students and other health care professionals
• Appropriate Home Office status to undertake a career post in the UK

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant peer reviewed paper and other publications
• Research Skills: Publication of research articles, demonstrating understanding of research methodology and commitments

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 (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Fountain Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RW, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Dr Lucy Coates, Consultant Rheumatologist, [e-mail], 01619226787