Job summary

Applications are invited to a one year Anterior Segment Fellowship which is unique in offering exposure to two subspecialities: Cornea and Glaucoma.The fellow will gain experience in the medical and surgical experience in the management of glaucoma, cornea and the anterior segment. The candidate is expected to already be competent and independent in cataract surgery.

We are a small, friendly department and provide world class care in our two Ophthalmological surgical centres, at St Richard's, Chichester and Southlands Hospital which is a state of the art centre, built in 2017. There has been a substantial investment in the service in recent years to help us manage our workload.

Outside of work, West Sussex is an incredible place to live, offering a life on the South coast, with Southlands Hospital within walking distance of the sea. Life with us offers opportunities outside of work - please get in touch and come for a look around.

Main duties of the job

The post will involve travelling between the 2 sites on the basis of a set timetable, which may change after 6 months, depending on progress and departmental factors.

The doctor's timetable may need to be flexible, to allow for internal unexpected staff leave cover.

Participation in the on-call rota is expected 1:9

The post holder accepts that they will also perform duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. While it has been agreed between the professions that they will perform such duties, the Secretary of State stresses that additional commitments arising under this sub-section are exceptions and you should not be required to undertake work of this kind for prolonged periods or on a regular basis.Attend mandatory training updates as required.Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.Identify own learning needs and jointly plan training requirements with your line manager

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £64,288 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

279-MW-OPH-SLD-ST3+131

Job locations

Southlands Hospital

Shoreham By Sea

BN43 6TQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The training objectives of the fellowship include:

1. Exposure and competency in the surgery and post-operative care for MIGS (iStent), trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device surgery (Paul tube, Ahmed valve, Preserflo)

2. Surgical management of corneal conditions: Penetrating eye injury in its primary repair; Managing corneal perforations with cyanoacrylate and fibrin glue; Excision of pterygia with conjunctival autograft; Assist and perform corneal transplantations under supervision (PK, DALK, DSAEK and DMEK); Botulinum toxin injection for ptosis; Amniotic Membrane Transplantation.

3. Exposure to clinic for the instigation and maintenance of immunosuppression for inflammatory disease such as peripheral ulcerative keratitis and mucous membrane pemphigoid

4. Investigation, management and treatment of corneal conditions including: acute and chronic conjunctivitis, infective keratitis, Dry eye management, allergic disorders, contact lens related problems

5. Competency in assessment and management of both routine and complicated glaucoma patients

6. Competency in glaucoma lasers

7. Ability to plan and manage a shared care glaucoma service

8. Gain understanding of the evidence-base of glaucoma management

9. The doctor will be encouraged to develop and lead on research and audit projects within our department and a session will be allocated for these activities. By the end of the one year training period the fellow will be expected to have contributed by means of published papers in collaboration with both more senior and less experienced colleagues.

Job description Job responsibilities The training objectives of the fellowship include: 1. Exposure and competency in the surgery and post-operative care for MIGS (iStent), trabeculectomy and glaucoma drainage device surgery (Paul tube, Ahmed valve, Preserflo) 2. Surgical management of corneal conditions: Penetrating eye injury in its primary repair; Managing corneal perforations with cyanoacrylate and fibrin glue; Excision of pterygia with conjunctival autograft; Assist and perform corneal transplantations under supervision (PK, DALK, DSAEK and DMEK); Botulinum toxin injection for ptosis; Amniotic Membrane Transplantation. 3. Exposure to clinic for the instigation and maintenance of immunosuppression for inflammatory disease such as peripheral ulcerative keratitis and mucous membrane pemphigoid 4. Investigation, management and treatment of corneal conditions including: acute and chronic conjunctivitis, infective keratitis, Dry eye management, allergic disorders, contact lens related problems 5. Competency in assessment and management of both routine and complicated glaucoma patients 6. Competency in glaucoma lasers 7. Ability to plan and manage a shared care glaucoma service 8. Gain understanding of the evidence-base of glaucoma management 9. The doctor will be encouraged to develop and lead on research and audit projects within our department and a session will be allocated for these activities. By the end of the one year training period the fellow will be expected to have contributed by means of published papers in collaboration with both more senior and less experienced colleagues.

Person Specification

Experience/ Qualifications

Essential

• oBasic medical degree
• oFRCOphth or appropriate specialist qualification
• oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice
• oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent

Desirable

• oHigher Degree (MD or PhD)

Clinical Skills and Experience

Essential

• oExperience in the management of patients with corneal and glaucoma
• oAbility to undertake cataract surgery unsupervised

Desirable

• oExtensive experience in the management of patients with cornea and glaucoma related pathology problems

Knowledge

Desirable

• oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning

Essential

• oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

Desirable

• oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

Essential

• oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• oRecognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research

Essential

• oEvidence of participation in audit

Desirable

• oResearch experience
• oPublications
• oPrizes and honours

Career Progression

Essential

• oAppropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes

Essential

• oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Person Specification Experience/ Qualifications Essential oBasic medical degree oFRCOphth or appropriate specialist qualification oFull GMC Registration with a licence to practice oAdvanced Life Support Certificate from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent Desirable oHigher Degree (MD or PhD) Clinical Skills and Experience Essential oExperience in the management of patients with corneal and glaucoma oAbility to undertake cataract surgery unsupervised Desirable oExtensive experience in the management of patients with cornea and glaucoma related pathology problems Knowledge Desirable oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty Organisation and Planning Essential oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints Desirable oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended Teaching Skills Essential oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching Desirable oRecognised teaching qualification Academic and Research Essential oEvidence of participation in audit Desirable oResearch experience oPublications oPrizes and honours Career Progression Essential oAppropriate progression of career to date Personal Attributes Essential oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

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 (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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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. 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 (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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Southlands Hospital

Shoreham By Sea

BN43 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Southlands Hospital

Shoreham By Sea

BN43 6TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This role offers an opportunity to work within an established vascular department while focusing primarily on research activity. The post provides a structured environment to develop academic skills, contribute to ongoing studies, and work towards a higher research degree in collaboration with a university partner. You will be part of a supportive team with access to a wide clinical network, with a limited on-call commitment to maintain clinical experience. This position would suit a self-motivated doctor with an interest in research who is looking to build academic experience alongside clinical practice.

Main duties of the job

Undertake and support vascular research projects, including developing study protocols, contributing to ethics applications, and producing academic outputs such as presentations and publications. You will participate in audit, quality improvement, and research meetings while maintaining accurate documentation. The role includes a limited clinical commitment through participation in the vascular on-call rota, requiring sound clinical judgement and effective prioritisation. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing demands. Engagement in ongoing professional development and maintaining a research portfolio are key aspects of the role.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job summary

Cardiology clinical research fellow.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and appropriately skilled applicant to join our department as a clinical research fellow in cardiology. This is a fully funded 2-year post this will lead to the registration and completion of an MD thesis. In addition, the research fellow will assist in the delivery of our large research portfolio, gaining experience in several on-going multi-centre research trials conducted by our NIHR cardiology department.

Main duties of the job

This post is for a full-time research doctor based in the CIRU at the Royal Sussex County Hospital and will be for 24 months.

The research fellow will be working as a member of the CIRU research team on a project relating to their MD study. In parallel they will be enlisted as a sub-PI for a variety of other projects that they will assist in the delivery of.

The academic focus of this MD project will be examining the procedural steps involved in contemporary TAVI and long-term outcome.

The successful applicant will be expected to take an active role in both postgraduate and undergraduate teaching, and in the training of clinical staff as appropriate.

The department and unit are involved in a number of audits, and the post holder is encouraged to either participate in these audits or start new ones.

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

Job summary

Fixed term contract till 3rd of August 2027.

This is an exciting time to join the department of respiratory medicine at the Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton. Our department moved into the brand-new state of the art Louisa Martindale Building in June 2023. The respiratory ward is located on level C9, and we have two dedicated bays and a clinic room for our Respiratory Same Day Emergency Unit.

The aim of the Respiratory SDEC are for people with respiratory symptoms to be rapidly assessed by a specialist multi-disciplinary respiratory team and have increased access to rapid diagnostic respiratory tests (i.e. spirometry, FeNO, thoracic ultrasound etc) and thoracic Radiology. This will enable prompt diagnosis and start of the correct therapeutic pathway in an ambulatory setting.

Main duties of the job

Patients presenting to ED with a respiratory complaint and clinically stable to be assessed in an SDEC unit will be transferred to the Respiratory SDEC. They will be fully assessed by the clinical fellow; necessary investigations will be organised and when results available the patient will be discussed/reviewed by the respiratory physician of the day. Treatment and management plan will be decided, and patient will either be admitted for inpatient care or discharged with appropriate follow-up.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor to join our existing group of doctors. You will be expected to be involved fully on our rolling on-call rota based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital and will have equal access to training opportunities in clinics, theatres, and wards. Post-holders will need to be enthusiastic to learn and be involved in all aspects of the departments work. You will be expected to proactively contribute to the department's research activities which are regionally renowned. The department will support all attempts to be involved or initiate research projects to completion and publication.

Main duties of the job

As a Vascular Clinical Fellow, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality vascular care across a busy regional vascular network. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will manage complex vascular patients, participate in the vascular on-call rota, contribute to outpatient clinics, theatre sessions and multidisciplinary meetings, and support the continued development of vascular services.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic doctor interested in the specialty to join the Integrated Sexual Health & HIV teams at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust based at the Chichester clinic. This is a part-time, fixed-term post; however, consideration will also be given to applicants who wish to work on a sessional basis.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to staff Sexual Health & Contraception outpatient clinics including LARC clinics if suitably trained (the option of training in LARC methods is available) and to provide senior cover during clinic.

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job summary

As part of our commitment to supporting staff and strengthening maternity services ahead of the Independent Maternity Review, we are establishing a new Professional Midwifery Advocate (PMA) Team across University Hospitals Sussex.

We are recruiting PMAs across UHSussex, with one post aligned to each site: Princess Royal Hospital (PRH), Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), Worthing Hospital (WH) and St Richard's Hospital (SRH).

Each PMA will have a designated site base while working collaboratively across the Trust under the leadership of the Professional Perinatal Advocate (PPA) Lead, delivering a consistent restorative approach across maternity and neonatal services.

These newly created roles will provide visible support in clinical areas through restorative conversations, hot debriefs, real-time support and compassionate leadership, helping colleagues navigate a period of learning, transformation and cultural development.

Successful candidates will strengthen Professional Midwifery Advocacy through case management, professional development, training and embedding best practice within the A-EQUIP framework.

The PMA team will help ensure accessible advocacy support, promoting staff wellbeing, learning, service improvement and a resilient workforce.

These three-year fixed-term opportunities offer experienced PMAs the chance to develop their leadership, quality improvement, workforce development and strategic influence.

Participation in the Manager on Call rota is required.

Main duties of the job

• Delivering and facilitating Restorative Clinical Supervision

• Supporting colleagues through complex cases, incidents, Coroner's inquests and high-profile reviews

• Providing visible clinical support and restorative leadership within clinical areas

• Supporting trainee PMAs and newly qualified PMAs

• Developing and strengthening the Trust-wide PMA/PNA network

• Leading and contributing to Quality Improvement initiatives

• Supporting workforce wellbeing, retention and engagement

• Collecting evidence and demonstrating the impact and value of Professional Midwifery Advocacy across the organisation

• Promoting a restorative culture that extends across maternity, neonatal, medical and support worker teams

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Job summary

Job overview

Applications are invited for the role of HEMS Paramedic (see attached job description). The successful applicant will be fully seconded to Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS).

Candidates must have worked as a KSS HEMS paramedic within the last 12 months (including Emeritus) and hold a full UK driving licence. Appointment is subject to passing a "fit for role" test and a valid Class 2 aviation medical.

Those shortlisted will be invited to an in-person interview/assessment - date to be confirmed.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the job

The HEMS Paramedic is expected to deliver high quality patient focused care within their own scope of practice, and within the context of the enhanced care team underpinned by experience within the HEMS environment and a core set of competencies.

They will be expected to have a sound knowledge and appropriate level of experience in the management of the critically ill or injured complex patient, in the pre-hospital setting. They will be expected to have previously worked at KSS within the last 12 months (including Emeritus), having successfully signed off through the crew course and sign off process.

The role involves providing specialist advice within the team in matters relating to scene safety, scene management, inter-agency working, extrication techniques, patient triage and transportation. A sound knowledge of the acute health care networks across the South East is therefore vital.

The HEMS Paramedic will be expected to remotely support the tasking function and assist in the identification of appropriate calls and the safe, but timely deployment of the aircraft or response car when dispatched.

The HEMS Paramedic will be expected to support and promote the fundraising efforts of the charity and will be required to assist in the delivery of, or attendance at, presentations and other fundraising functions.

About us

AIR AMBULANCE CHARITY KENT SURREY SUSSEX

KSS is an internationally renowned air ambulance charity providing Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) to the 4.5 million residents of Kent, Surrey and Sussex. Our vision is an end to preventable loss of life from medical emergency. Though an independent charity and healthcare provider, KSS has strong managerial and clinical links with University Hospitals Sussex.

KSS operates two teams from Redhill Aerodrome: one 24 hours a day (Helimed 60) and one 18 hours a day (Helimed 21), seven days a week. Each includes at least one HEMS paramedic and one HEMS doctor, deploying by helicopter or rapid response car to deliver advanced pre-hospital care, including emergency anaesthesia, blood transfusion and chest surgery. KSS works with SECAmb and the Major Trauma Centres in Kent, Surrey and Sussex, and is renowned internationally for its service and its impactful research.

This post supports our five-year strategy to reach more patients and save more lives by developing our aviation capability, enhancing our pre-hospital emergency medicine, and building community-based initiatives. More atwww.aakss.org.uk.