Locum Consultant in Neurology

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital trust in the UK is hiring a Locum Consultant in Neurology to join their team at Bedford Hospital. The role involves delivering clinical excellence and providing leadership. Successful candidates will have a Medical Degree, GMC Registration, and a strong background in Neurology. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Full GMC Registration is mandatory before employment commences.
• Evidence of thorough training and experience in Neurology.
• Able to take full independent responsibility for clinical work.

Responsibilities

• Participate in providing a Neurology service at Bedford Hospital.
• Contribute to the educational programme and departmental meetings.
• Participate in audits and implement findings in clinical practice.

Skills

Clinical governance understanding

Leadership Skills

Teaching abilities

Flexible attitude

Education

Medical Degree

MRCP (UK) or equivalent

MD or equivalent Higher Degree

Job description

Locum Consultant in Neurology

The closing date is 24 November 2025

The appointee will join the Neurology department in the delivery of clinical excellence within the Neurology service provided at our Bedford site. This post is for a Locum consultant in neurology based at Bedford Hospital (8.5 PA) with SPA activity at Cambridge University Hospital (1.5 PA).

The post holder will share with colleagues in the Neurology department the management of adult patients with Neurological conditions referred to the Trust.

The post holder will play a full part in the work of the Department and will be expected to provide leadership to maintain and develop Neurology services. The post holder will share equitable responsibilities with their professional colleagues and will contribute to the governance arrangements of the department. They will be expected to provide Neurology cover for in‑patient referrals at Bedford Hospital. The post holder will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. They will have continuing responsibility for patients in their care and the proper functioning of the Department.

Main duties of the job

• Participate in providing a Neurology service with outpatient clinics at Bedford Hospital.
• Participate in the provision of a high quality out‑patient service, including patient administration.
• Work with other Consultants to provide specialty Neurology advice and support to patients within the Trust.
• Explore and set up other neurology related services and develop the service as required.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.

We have state‑of‑the‑art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting‑edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job responsibilities

Weekly work commitments will be within the European directives on working hours and will also be influenced by the Royal College of Physicians recommendations, the new consultant contract and specified in the Job Plan. The senior neurologists in the department will act as the mentor for the new consultants, along with the other consultants in their absence. All clinical issues are openly discussed at formal and informal meetings.

The post‑holder will attend and actively participate in the weekly multidisciplinary meetings and weekly governance meetings. Active participation in the management and development of the specialty and the introduction of new services. Contribute to the educational programme, including departmental meetings and teaching. Participate in Departmental Multidisciplinary Team Meetings. Contribute in the General Medicine educational programme, including weekly department meetings and teaching. Undertake high quality medical audit projects and participate in the collection of data required to meet national quality standards. Implement audit‑and‑research findings as appropriate in clinical practice. Prepare and participate in an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy. Participate and comply with the requirements for Continuing Professional Development and re‑validation as laid down by the Royal College of Physicians. The trust is committed to providing the time and financial support for these activities.

Closing Date:

Interview Date:

Person Specification

Registration

• Full GMC Registration (GMC Licence to Practice is mandatory before employment commences)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (or within 6 months of receipt of CCT at time of interview) or CESR (must be on Specialist Register at time of applying)

Clinical Experience

• Excellent all round experience of DGH work
• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Neurology
• Sub Specialty interest that will complement the range of a neurology services currently provided

Qualification

• Medical Degree
• MRCP (UK) or equivalent
• MD or equivalent Higher Degree or evidence of relevant research

Clinical Effectiveness

• Experience of guideline appraisal
• Participation in relevant local audits
• Participation in relevant national audits

Teaching

• Has attended Teaching the Teachers or similar course

Clinical Experience

• Able to take full and independent responsibility for clinical work and delivering service without direct supervision

Clinical Effectiveness

• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
• Ability to interpret and apply clinical research

Teaching

• Knowledge and ability to teach all grades of trainees and medical students

Personal Skills

• Ability to co‑operate in a democratic team environment
• Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
• Leadership Skills

Clinical Governance

• Able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the principles and elements of clinical governance

Personal Circumstances

• Residence within 10 miles by road or up to thirty minutes travelling time of the hospital for purposes of on‑call emergencies
• Fit to undertake the role with satisfactory Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

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.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust