Consultant Neurologist (Visa Sponsorship Available)

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

About us

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider with a Good CQC rating and an Outstanding score for caring. With over 12,500 dedicated staff, we pride ourselves on teamwork, respect, and kindness as the foundation of exceptional patient care. Join our dynamic neurology team and help shape the future of neurological services across Somerset.

 

Employer: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Position: Consultant Neurologist 

Salary: £109,725 – £145,478 per year

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Work location: Taunton, Somerset

 

What We Offer:

• Work in a growing, dynamic neurology department
• Opportunity to develop a subspecialist service aligned with your expertise
• Flexible working opportunities across multiple sites
• Engage in teaching, research, and clinical trials
• Participation in a supportive duty neurologist rota

Other Benefits:

• Full secretarial, IT, and office support
• Relocation package considered for right candidates
• Collaboration with specialist MDT including epilepsy nurses, physiotherapists, and clinical psychologists
• Access to neurosurgery & interventional neuroradiology at Southmead Hospital, Bristol
• Virtual neuroradiology MDT & weekly neurology academic meetings
• Breathtaking countryside and coastlines with easy access to Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and London
• Affordable housing and top-tier schools for career and family life

Your Role Will Include:

• Deliver high-quality general neurology services across Somerset
• Develop and lead a subspecialty service in your area of expertise
• Provide outpatient and inpatient care across multiple hospital sites
• Collaborate closely with a diverse MDT to ensure seamless patient care
• Participate in teaching, research, and clinical trials

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Full GMC registration with license to practice
• CCT in Neurology (or within 6 months of completion at interview)
• Ability to work independently as a general neurologist
• Commitment to teamwork, patient care, and service development
• Evidence of participation in clinical audit

Desirable:

• Subspecialty expertise (epilepsy preferred)
• Experience in teaching, research, and service development
• Awareness of NHS governance, resource management, and committee work

 

Join Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and make a real impact in neurology care across Somerset. This is your chance to work independently while developing a subspecialist service, collaborate with a passionate multidisciplinary team, and enjoy an exceptional quality of life in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions. If you are driven, skilled, and ready to shape the future of neurology, this role is for you!

 

 

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.

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.

 

UK Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Lauren Oaten

Lauren.oaten@somersetft.nhs.uk

 

Work Location: in person

 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re interested in this role, CLICK HERE and apply now!