Consultant Neurologist(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Shape the Future of Neurology in Somerset
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is expanding its neurology service and is seeking two forward-thinking Consultant Neurologists to join our established and supportive team.
This is an opportunity to practise as an independent general neurologist while building and leading a subspecialty service aligned with your expertise. Although applications from all subspecialties are welcome, a special interest in epilepsy would be particularly valued.
If you are passionate about service development, collaborative working and delivering outstanding patient care, we would love to hear from you.
Your Role
As a Consultant Neurologist, you will:
- Deliver comprehensive general neurology services across Somerset
- Lead and develop a subspecialty clinic based on your clinical interest
- Provide outpatient services across multiple hospital sites
- Participate in inpatient neurology care and ward referrals at Musgrove Park Hospital
- Join the duty neurologist rota, with protected inpatient focus during duty weeks (no outpatient clinics scheduled)
- Contribute to teaching, research and clinical trials supported by the Clinical Research Network
- Take an active role in audit, governance and service improvement
- Our Team & Clinical Environment
You will be joining:
- Six substantive Consultant Neurologists
- An expanding registrar workforce
- A specialist MDT including epilepsy nurse specialists, MS nurse specialists, headache practitioners, a neuro-pharmacist, consultant physiotherapist and clinical psychologists
- Tertiary neurosurgical and interventional neuroradiology services are provided in partnership with Southmead Hospital.
The department benefits from:
- Weekly academic neurology meetings
- Virtual neuroradiology MDT collaboration
- Dedicated office space
- Full secretarial and IT support
- Relocation support may be considered for suitable candidates.
Why Somerset?
Somerset offers an exceptional quality of life — from beautiful countryside and coastline to excellent schools and affordable housing. With convenient access to Bristol, Bath and Exeter, and London within two hours, it combines professional opportunity with lifestyle balance.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications
- Full registration with a licence to practise from the General Medical Council
- GMC registration guidance
- CCT in Neurology (or within six months of completion at time of interview)
Essential Experience & Skills
- Ability to work autonomously as a general neurologist
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork and high-quality patient care
- Evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Ability to lead and develop a clinical service
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
Desirable Attributes
- Subspecialty expertise (epilepsy particularly welcomed)
- Experience in education, teaching or research
- Understanding of NHS systems, clinical governance and financial awareness
- NHS structure overview
- Evidence of service improvement with measurable outcomes
Governance & Professional Requirements
This post is subject to:
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance
- DBS guidance
- Skilled Worker visa eligibility (where required)
- Visa guidance
- Criminal record certification for overseas applicants
- Overseas criminal record checks
- Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. NHS career guidance can be found
Why Join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust?
- Rated “Good” by the Care Quality Commission, with “Outstanding” for caring
- A workforce of over 12,500 staff committed to compassionate care
- A collaborative, respectful and forward-thinking culture
- Strong academic and research links
- Flexible working opportunities
