CESR Fellow in Ophthalmology

Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: CESR Fellow in OphthalmologyStart Date: ASAPContract Type: Fixed termDuration: 12 months in the first instancePurpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job We are delighted to invite applications for two CESR Fellow posts in Ophthalmology at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. These are exciting training opportunities within a large, forward-looking ophthalmology service, offering structured support and broad subspecialty exposure for doctors wishing to progress via the Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) route. You will participate in all aspects of ophthalmology within the department and will join the Specialist Trainee on-call rota. Weekly timetables vary depending on the subspecialty placement, but typically include a mix of:o specialist clinicso theatre sessionso laser or injection sessionso eye casualtyo admin timeo weekly teaching Each fellow will be allocated an Educational Supervisor, and a CESR Lead will be confirmed on appointment. You will be expected to engage with workplace-based assessments, appraisal, clinical supervision and portfolio development in line with CESR requirements. About us 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 20% lower than London and 14 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. Details Date posted 17 June 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £54,499 to £76,582 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 188-MB20626 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities These posts are offered for 12 months in the first instance, with the expectation of extension up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progress. You will rotate through 6-month subspecialty placements and will receive training, supervision and educational support aligned to the experience of doctors on formal training programmes. This post is ideally suited to motivated candidates who are committed to building their portfolio and developing the evidence required for CESR. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Proposed interview date: 29th July 2026 This vacancy closes on or before 8th July 2026 Job description Job responsibilities These posts are offered for 12 months in the first instance, with the expectation of extension up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progress. You will rotate through 6-month subspecialty placements and will receive training, supervision and educational support aligned to the experience of doctors on formal training programmes. This post is ideally suited to motivated candidates who are committed to building their portfolio and developing the evidence required for CESR. For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee) Proposed interview date: 29th July 2026 This vacancy closes on or before 8th July 2026 Person Specification Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practice Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Desirable 2 years experience in Ophthalmology Previous NHS experience Aptitudes and Skills Essential 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 Living the Trust Values Essential 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 Person Specification Qualifications, Training & Experience Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practice Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Desirable 2 years experience in Ophthalmology Previous NHS experience Aptitudes and Skills Essential 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 Living the Trust Values Essential 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 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 Disclosu