Article 14 CESR Training post in Ophthalmology

Job summary

Applications are invited for a full-time training post at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is a 12-month post in the first instance, with the possibility of extension up to 60 months for exceptional trainees to complete CESR requirements, depending on performance and departmental needs. The role includes 6-month rotations through sub-specialty areas, with training and support equivalent to other specialist trainees.

Applicants must be GMC-registered and have completed Foundation training or equivalent. This post is ideal for doctors who have finished FY2 and are pursuing Ophthalmology training but have not yet secured a specialist training post. Evidence of commitment to Ophthalmology is essential. Prior clinical ophthalmology experience is beneficial. Experience in ophthalmic surgery, intravitreal injections, research, or teaching is desirable but not required.

Post holders will work closely with clinical and managerial colleagues to deliver high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include providing a first-class clinical service, demonstrating effective leadership, supporting teaching, quality improvement and research, and working in line with Trust policies and service plans. Maintaining confidence in departmental and Trust strategies, and showing initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility, are integral to the role.

Main duties of the job

As an employee of our Trust you will work in close co-operation with and support not just other clinical professionals but also our managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to our patients.

So integral to the responsibilities of our posts are the following objectives:

To ensure the provision of a first-class clinical service To provide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialty

To sustain and develop teaching, quality improvement and research wherever appropriate

To undertake all work in accordance with the Trust's procedures and operating policies

To conduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Trust's and Division's services plans

To maintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, the Surgical Division and the Trust.

To show initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region.By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details

Date posted

15 June 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience Dependent on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-CESR

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital

Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

United Kingdom

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