Consultant Neurologist in Neuromuscular (2 posts)
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol, BS10 5NBView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
12 October 2026
14 days leftJob description
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust (South West Neuromuscular Network) An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen for a two new Consultant Neurology post'...
These post's will involve the diagnosis, management and care of people living with Neuromuscular Disorders, their families, and carers. This includes a range of conditions, for example muscular dystrophies, neuropathies, CIDP and myasthenia. A range of treatment options, including genetic modifying therapies, are established. The service is multi-disciplinary, supported by Neuromuscular Care Advisors, Specialist Physiotherapists, and a Specialist Psychologist. The post holder's will join the team in providing an education programme for professionals and patients.
These posts will both provide outpatient clinics in Bristol and Plymouth. One of the posts will provide clinics in Truro (12 clinics or 6 days per year) and one post will provide clinics in North Devon (12 clinics or 6 days per year).
The South West Neuromuscular Network is the only Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network (ODN) in the UK and one of a growing number of ODNs in the South West. The network is funded by NHS England to provide regional services throughout the South West. This post provides a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly motivated, dedicated team, working within a holistic framework of a network model of care.
The role of Consultant Neurologist with interest and expertise in Neuromuscular Disorders with contribute to the existing services in Bristol NHS Foundation Trust and will lead these services across the South West Neuromuscular Operational Delivery Network. Clinics will be based in Devon, Cornwall and Bristol.
Please see job description for more information on these two posts.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) orWithin 6 months of obtaining expected CCT date at time of interview CESR applicants are welcome and must have their CESR in place at the time of interview
Desirable: - Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Neuromuscular conditions.
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Knowledge
Essential: - Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty; - Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable: - Broad range of IT skills
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multiprofessional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
- Ability to be a flexible team member
Management and Leadership
Essential
- Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable: - Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses
Teaching and Training
Essential: - Experience of teaching medical students and AHP's; - Experience of supervising trainees.; - Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable: - Formal teaching/ education qualification.; - Educational Supervisor training completed
Research
Essential: - Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research
Desirable: - Additional academic experience and qualifications e.g. PhD Evidence of publication of peer reviewed academic papers
Governance
Essential
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence based practice
- Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme
Personal and Other
Essential: - Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances.; - Awareness of personal limitations; - Meets professional health requirements
Desirable: - Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Trained as a Consultant Appraiser
Personal and Other
Essential
- Agreement and ability to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role and agreement and ability to travel to outreach clinics in the South West, including Devon and Cornwall
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First seen
21 September 2026
Last checked
22 September 2026
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