Fixed Term Consultant Neurologist

NHS; Brighton; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Brighton is seeking a locum neurology consultant. The position involves managing general neurology and MS clinics, providing mentorship to junior doctors, and contributing to the development of a complex neurology service. The ideal candidate will be registered with the GMC and possess experience in neuroinflammatory care. This fixed-term, part-time role offers a competitive salary and collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading outpatient clinics for CNS Neuroinflammatory conditions.
• Proven ability to work in multi-professional teams.
• Participation in teaching and training activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead general neurology and neuroinflammatory outpatient clinics.
• Participate in MS drug prescribing and reviews.
• Supervise junior doctors in neurological care.

Skills

Experience in specialist MS/neuroinflammatory clinics

General Neurology experience

Good communication skills

Education

Basic medical degree

MRCP or equivalent

Full GMC registration

Job description

Job summary

The Neurology Department at University Hospitals Sussex is in a period of exciting development, following the merger of two adjacent hospital Trusts and the relocation of the Neuroscience Department to the new Louise Martindale Building at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and personable locum neurology consultant to work between the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton and Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath. The postholder will undertake both general neurology and specialist neuroinflammatory/MS clinics and contribute to the development and delivery of an increasingly complex diagnostic and therapeutic neurology service.

The establishment of University Hospitals Sussex as a new Trust provided the opportunity to better co-ordinate the care of neurology patients and ensure greater equity of provision of services. This is a welcome strategic development in Neurology where the consultant workforce across Sussex already work in collaboration to provide inpatient care.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wishes to be a central part in developing a regional service.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post include the following:

• General neurology and CNS Neuroinflammatory outpatient clinics, including admin
• MS drug prescribing and review
• MS nurse specialist support - hospital and community
• Multiple Sclerosis MDTs
• Neuroradiology meeting
• Supervision of junior doctors in relation to neurological care and participation in teaching and educational activity within the Trust as required
• Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital Ward Referrals
• Sussex Neurology on-call rota (see below)
• Consultant of the Week (see below)

This work will be supported by a medical secretary and an appropriate office space and IT.

On Call Commitment:

Additional remuneration for On Call 1 in 10 (non-resident), Category B - 1%.

About us

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Details Date posted

30 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-RSCHFTCONNEURO-509

Job locations

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Rd

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description Job responsibilities

Consultant of the week

When the postholder is acting as the consultant of the week for UHSussex inpatients, the consultant will be based at the RSCH site to support the inpatient activity and the junior medical staff. The work template will be adjusted to facilitate this.

Outpatient clinic activity will be undertaken at RSCH and PRH.

Job description Job responsibilities

Consultant of the week

When the postholder is acting as the consultant of the week for UHSussex inpatients, the consultant will be based at the RSCH site to support the inpatient activity and the junior medical staff. The work template will be adjusted to facilitate this.

Outpatient clinic activity will be undertaken at RSCH and PRH.

Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential

• oBasic medical degree
• oMRCP or its recognised equivalent.
• oFull and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Neurology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

• oHigher Degree
• oTeaching qualification

Clinical Skills and Experience Essential

• oExperience in specialist MS/neuroinflammatory clinics
• oExperience in General Neurology

Knowledge Desirable

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning Essential

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills Essential

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research Essential

• oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• oResearch experience
• oPublications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression Essential

• oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes Essential

• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential

• oBasic medical degree
• oMRCP or its recognised equivalent.
• oFull and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Neurology or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

• oHigher Degree
• oTeaching qualification

Clinical Skills and Experience Essential

• oExperience in specialist MS/neuroinflammatory clinics
• oExperience in General Neurology

Knowledge Desirable

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning Essential

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills Essential

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research Essential

• oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• oResearch experience
• oPublications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression Essential

• oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes Essential

• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

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).

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 Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Rd

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Royal Sussex County Hospital

Eastern Rd

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)