Junior Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmology
Newport, Wales, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 5 days ago
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Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk
If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
Health Board grounds are required to be smoke-free by law. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on ABUHB sites. This applies to all staff, contractors, patients and visitors. More details are available in our Smoke-Free Environment Policy . For help to quit smoking please contact our Help Me Quit Team About Help Me Quit - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
This post is designed to give the post holder an experience of working within Ophthalmology as a speciality. It will allow them to build on a desire to work in the speciality. They will be expected to take part in outpatient clinical activities and develop more minor interventional techniques such as minor ops and other treatments.
The role will also have an active research component with one session a week committed to working as part of projects currently being undertaken in the department.
“These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales.”
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Ophthalmology department of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
Delivery of eyecare across Wales is undergoing significant and exciting transformational change. This opportunity will allow the successful applicant to be at the forefront to the delivery of a unique eyecare service. The ophthalmology network within Wales is working closely together with primary care to provide a joined up integrated eyecare pathway. Any successful applicant would be expected to be able to engage in multi-disciplinary working to allow the highest quality care to be delivered.
Aneurin Bevan UHB is the largest HB in South Wales and serves a diverse population of approximately 670,000 across 4 main sites. The Ophthalmology department has a consultant body that provides a comprehensive secondary care service. As part of transformational reform within NHS Wales Ophthalmology, any successful applicant should expect to be affiliated to a South East Wales regional centre of excellence in the near future (serving population of 1.5 million) as the as Executive teams across the three main health Boards are committed to the development of a regional service.
ABUHB has an expanding R&D department and there are close links with Cardiff University School of Vision Science where there are a number of internationally renowned vision research teams.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
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Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully.
Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email abb.vacancyrequests@wales.nhs.uk
If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.
Health Board grounds are required to be smoke-free by law. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on ABUHB sites. This applies to all staff, contractors, patients and visitors. More details are available in our Smoke-Free Environment Policy . For help to quit smoking please contact our Help Me Quit Team About Help Me Quit - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process
The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.
Job Overview
This post is designed to give the post holder an experience of working within Ophthalmology as a speciality. It will allow them to build on a desire to work in the speciality. They will be expected to take part in outpatient clinical activities and develop more minor interventional techniques such as minor ops and other treatments.
The role will also have an active research component with one session a week committed to working as part of projects currently being undertaken in the department.
“These are the current applicable pay scales; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales. Further details can be found at BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales.”
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Ophthalmology department of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.
Delivery of eyecare across Wales is undergoing significant and exciting transformational change. This opportunity will allow the successful applicant to be at the forefront to the delivery of a unique eyecare service. The ophthalmology network within Wales is working closely together with primary care to provide a joined up integrated eyecare pathway. Any successful applicant would be expected to be able to engage in multi-disciplinary working to allow the highest quality care to be delivered.
Aneurin Bevan UHB is the largest HB in South Wales and serves a diverse population of approximately 670,000 across 4 main sites. The Ophthalmology department has a consultant body that provides a comprehensive secondary care service. As part of transformational reform within NHS Wales Ophthalmology, any successful applicant should expect to be affiliated to a South East Wales regional centre of excellence in the near future (serving population of 1.5 million) as the as Executive teams across the three main health Boards are committed to the development of a regional service.
ABUHB has an expanding R&D department and there are close links with Cardiff University School of Vision Science where there are a number of internationally renowned vision research teams.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- As per person specification
- As per personal specification
Essential criteria
- As per person specification
- As per person specification
Essential criteria
- As per person specification
- As per person specification
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