Locum Consultant Neurologist

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare provider is seeking a Locum Consultant Neurologist for a 6-month contract in Southampton. As part of a dynamic neurology department, you will conduct outpatient clinics and participate in academic meetings. Candidates must hold an MBBS, GMC registration, and have clinical experience in adult neurology. The role offers flexible working conditions, NHS discounts, and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Clinical experience of general management principles in adult neurology.
• Ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems.
• Evidence of participation in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic and supportive neurology department on a locum basis.
• Work Monday to Friday doing neurology outpatient clinics.
• Participate in weekly radiology and academic meetings.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Compassion

Ability to prioritize

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration with a licence to practise

CCT in Neurology (or expected within 6 months of interview)

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Locum Consultant Neurologist

The closing date is 28 December 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and supportive neurology department on a 6 month locum basis. You will be based at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, but part of the wider neurology team at the Wessex Neurological Centre, University Hospital Southampton. You will work Monday to Friday doing neurology outpatient clinics, with timetabled attendance at the weekly radiology and academic meetings. We are a busy department serving the population of Portsmouth and the surrounding area.

You will be a dynamic neurologist with a passion for patient care and a desire to work with a team who can support you to develop as a neurologist. Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

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Proposed interview date: 20th January 2026. This vacancy closes on or before 28th December 2025.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Clinical experience of general management principles in adult neurology
• CCT in Neurology (or expected within 6 months of interview)

Aptitudes and skills

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Car driver, with full driving licence, or ability to travel between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Confident using Microsoft office applications

Living Trust Values

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust