Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic ophthalmology clinician to join our multidisciplinary team and provide a comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology service, including the assessment and management of ocular motility disorders.

The post holder will also contribute to the cataract service, participating in cataract theatre lists alongside consultant colleagues. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team of ophthalmologists, specialty doctors, trainees, orthoptists, optometrists, ophthalmic nurses and allied healthcare professionals, the successful candidate will help deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care.

The role also offers opportunities to contribute to teaching, clinical governance, audit and service development, as well as participation in the on-call rota as required.

Main duties of the job

• Provide a comprehensive paediatric ophthalmology service, including assessment, diagnosis and management of children with ophthalmic conditions.
• Assess and manage ocular motility disorders and strabismus.
• Participate in cataract theatre lists and contribute to the wider cataract service.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary ophthalmology team to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care.
• Provide evidence-based clinical assessment and treatment in line with current guidelines and best practice.
• Contribute to the teaching and supervision of trainees, medical students and other healthcare professionals, as appropriate.
• Participate in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activities.
• Support service development and contribute to improving the delivery of ophthalmology services.
• Participate in the on-call rota and provide clinical support as required.
• Maintain effective communication and collaborative working relationships with consultants, doctors, orthoptists, optometrists, nurses and allied healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with relevant professional, departmental and organisational standards.

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC Registeration
• FRCOphth or equivalent
• CCT in Ophthalmology or interview within 6 months of CCT date

Desirable

• MD or PhD
• outstanding research record

Experience
Essential

• Experience in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Ocular Motility

Desirable

• Training and Education of under/post graduate student

Skills
Essential

• Strong teaching skills and experience
• Understand clinic governance and audit procedure

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Ability to work in an MDT
• Motivated, flexible and enthusiastic

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).

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Clinical Integration and Operational Manager, Arinder Channa, arinder.channa2@nhs.net, 07982812560

Details
Date posted: 03 September 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum plus £2,162 London Weighting.
Contract: Locum
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 391-RFL-8229345
Job locations: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom