Consultant in Glaucoma

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Job Title: Consultant in Glaucoma

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent

Further details about the role can be found in the job description below.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a Consultant Ophthalmologist with a specialist interest in glaucoma to join our friendly, supportive and forward thinking Eye Unit, with an anticipated start date of Nov or Dec 2026. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care by delivering high-quality, specialist glaucoma services within a collaborative multidisciplinary team known for its innovation and commitment to continuous improvement. We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician with expertise or a strong interest in glaucoma, excellent teamwork skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding patient-centred care.

You Will

• Deliver expert care in the management of complex glaucoma cases
• Undertake glaucoma clinics and surgical activity, including conventional surgery and MIGS
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the glaucoma service
• Participate in the teaching and training of resident doctors, nurses, optoms and wider staff
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in glaucoma care and surgical practice
  
  

Please see the Consultant Brochure which provides further information.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC. We are seeking a motivated Consultant Ophthalmologist to join our dynamic Eye Unit.

You will work within an established multidisciplinary glaucoma team delivering a comprehensive service, including complex surgery and MIGS.

The Southampton Eye Unit is a purpose-built facility with modern dedicated outpatient departments, advanced imaging (including anterior segment OCT, Optos and digital slit lamps) and modern fully equipped ophthalmic theatres with state-of-the-art technology (including intraoperative OCT and 3D NGENUITY).

The service manages a large and diverse patient population, providing exposure to a wide range of complex glaucoma cases.

We offer a strong commitment to learning and development, flexible working (subject to service needs), NHS pension, generous annual leave and excellent opportunities for career progression.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, including responsibilities, requirements, and essential criteria.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Proposed interview date: 22nd September 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 8th September 2026

Person specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential criteria

• FRCOphth or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Fellowship in glaucoma
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Experience in glaucoma clinics
• Experience in performing glaucoma surgery
• Experience of teaching and audit
• Publications in ophthalmology
  
  

Desirable criteria

• MD or PhD

Clinical trials experience

Publication in high impact journals

Experience of running virtual glaucoma clinics

CCT or within 3 months of completion of CCT

Aptitudes and Skills

Essential criteria

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Ability to complete Audit
• Ability to travel independently between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits/on-call
• Ability to be flexible
  
  

Living the Trust Values

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Always Improving
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Working Together