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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Clinical Teaching Fellow Ophthalmology

The closing date is 19 March 2026

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Job summary

Applications are invited for a Clinical Teaching Fellow (CTF) post in Ophthalmologyfor a fixed term 12 month periodwith a start date of 5th August 2026

The post is full time, 10 sessions per week, compromising of 70% teaching and 30% clinical time.

Any out of hours work will be paid at a supplement as agreed by the Directorate, however this post does not come with an automatic Banding.

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 https://cdn.intelligencebank.com/eu/share/qMbw14/jgkpM/w0DMG/original/BMA+-+Framework+Agreement+Wales

The post holder will work at both the University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital Llandough (UHL).

This post offers an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking doctor with a strong interest in medical education

Main duties of the job

Teaching is a major component of the role (7 sessions) and the successful postholder will work closely with the Department of Medical Education, Specialty Lead and undergraduate tutors to deliver evidence based undergraduate education to Cardiff University School of Medicine medical students following the C21 curriculum. The postholder will also benefit from having an honorary contract with Cardiff University with the title Honorary Lecturer.

Clinical time (3 sessions) will be spent working in Ophthalmology and the timetable for this period will be agreed to enable the appointee to work at a level suitable to their stage of training

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Details

Date posted

05 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£46,324 to £71,814 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

MP033.26

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4YU


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Cewch hyd i Ddisgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person wediu hatodi o fewn y dogfennau ategol

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents

Cewch hyd i Ddisgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person wediu hatodi o fewn y dogfennau ategol

Person Specification

Qualificiations

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Completion of Foundation Training
  • Full current GMC registration with licence to practice

Desirable

  • Academic excellence

Experience

Essential

  • Teaching Experience
  • Up to date with current medical practice
  • Ability to make appropriate clinical decisions when necessary

Desirable

  • UK clinical experience in specialty
  • Expereince of simulation teaching

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Special interest in medical education
  • Demonstrable communication and presentation skills

Desirable

  • Understanding of C21 curriculum
Person Specification

Qualificiations

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Completion of Foundation Training
  • Full current GMC registration with licence to practice

Desirable

  • Academic excellence

Experience

Essential

  • Teaching Experience
  • Up to date with current medical practice
  • Ability to make appropriate clinical decisions when necessary

Desirable

  • UK clinical experience in specialty
  • Expereince of simulation teaching

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Special interest in medical education
  • Demonstrable communication and presentation skills

Desirable

  • Understanding of C21 curriculum

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4YU


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4YU


Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Conultant Ophthalmologist, Undergraduate Lead

Ms Wai Siene Ng

Wai.Ng@wales.nhs.uk

02920747747

Details

Date posted

05 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty registrar

Salary

£46,324 to £71,814 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

MP033.26

Job locations

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park

Cardiff

CF14 4YU


Supporting documents

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