Job summary
The Dermatology Department are actively seeking a qualified consultant within the area or for those who are looking to relocate and commence employment as a substantive Consultant Dermatologist within the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA).

• The successful candidate will above all be able to be a productive and cohesive member of the Dermatology team.
• Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care.
• Contributing to undergraduate, post-graduate and continuing medical and multi professional education activity including teaching as necessary.
• Participation in clinical audit and research.
• Conducting appropriate duties in cases of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
• Multidisciplinary teamwork is envisaged as a key component of the working of this Trust and will involve Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) discussion with other colleagues.
• Development of special interests that fit in with the Directorate needs and the strategic direction of the Trust.
• Undertaking ward rounds as appropriate.

(Primarily based at Salford, Radcliffe and Bury Dermatology services with possibility of some activity at other sites.

Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide general dermatology, cancer and paediatric clinics and surgical procedure across our Radcliffe and Salford Dermatology services. Management of the existing workload may change during this appointment and this will be reflected within the job plan as necessary.

All Consultants affiliated to the centre have admitting rights for elective and non - elective cases where patients remain under their care during the admission.

About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.

Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack (opens in existing window)

To read more information about Consultant careers at the Northern Care Alliance please visit our careers landing page: Consultant careers :: Northern Care Alliance Careers

Details
Date posted: 16 September 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 236-MED-CON-04-DERM-S-26
Job locations: Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/

Person Specification
Professional Registration & Qualifications
Essential

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register / Admission to the Register within 6 months of interview
• Full registration with the General Medical Council
• Completion of CCT/higher specialist training or equivalent in Dermatology
• To be formally recognised as a Clinical Supervisor as defined by the GMC Trainer Standards

Desirable

• Participation in management training course
• Participate in an advanced IT training course
• Higher Degree
• To be formally recognised as an Educational Supervisor defined by the GMC Trainer Standards

Qualifications & Training
Essential

• Current Advanced Life Support Certification
• ATLS or ETC certification

Clinical Knowledge & Expertise
Essential

• Clinical Audit: Experience and undertaking of clinical audit project/s
• Trained to the level of clinical supervisor
• Academic Achievements and Research: Relevant reviewed peer publication(s).
• Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS Consultants
• IT Skills

Desirable

• Paediatric experience
• Demonstration of lessons learnt from clinical audit projects.
• Experience of recent and current research.
• Appearance in international meetings.
• Administrative roles during training.

Safety
Essential

• Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity

Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential

• Clinical experience and expertise in dermatology
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
• Knowledge and appreciate of the core legal, ethical and political issues with govern medical practice
• Experience of recent and current research/relevant publication

Quality - Performing Efficiently & Effectively
Essential

• Ensure delivery of a quality service
• Able to implement policies and plans
• Empowers others to take responsibility
• Accountable for performance of self and others

Desirable

• Evidence of administrative roles during training

Communicate Effectively
Essential

• Is empathetic and sensitive to patients needs
• Able to explain things clearly - particularly complex or sensitive information
• Is able to influence and persuade effectively

Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Can demonstrate a commitment to putting patient safety at the heart of all activity
• Can work well in a team
• Understands and values the contribution of others
• Able to cope under pressure within conflicting demands
• Flexible and adaptable to change
• Acts with integrity - honest and trustworthy towards both patients and staff
• Is able to lead and drive change
• Can help create a culture of innovation and improvement

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).

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.
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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).