Job summary
A vacancy has arisen for a Fixed Term Specialty Training post (FTSA) in Neurology at Registrar level (STRL) within the Neurology department based at the University Hospital of Wales. The post is for a 3-month fixed term period (6th May 2026 to 4th August 2026).
The successful candidate will receive training at a tertiary neuroscience centre working on the neurology ward and the neurology day unit. The department also incudes a neurosciences research unit and an epilepsy video-telemetry suite. There will be exposure to a range of acute and long-term neurological conditions while being full supported by an appropriate senior team.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will provide specialist care to neurological patients at the University Hospital of Wales. This includes providing ward cover Monday to Friday, 9-5, supporting the Neurological Day Unit to ensure patients are consented and receive their regular treatments, manageing ward referrals and attending Outpatient clinics with consultants.
There will also be opportunities to be involved in teaching, research and audit projects.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
English - You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Cymraeg - Cewch hyd i Ddisgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person wediu hatodi o fewn y dogfennau ategol
Job description
Job responsibilities
English - You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents
Cymraeg - Cewch hyd i Ddisgrifiad Swydd llawn a Manyleb y Person wediu hatodi o fewn y dogfennau ategol
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PhD
- Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
Experience
Essential
- Fulfils entry for IMT Training
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in Neurology
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and interests relevant to specialty
- Values aligned to those of the Health Board
Desirable
Attitude/Aptitude/Personal characteristics
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hard working
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PhD
- Academic excellence (prizes, merits, distinctions etc)
Experience
Essential
- Fulfils entry for IMT Training
- Evidence of participation in Research and Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in Neurology
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of effective team and multidisciplinary working
- Effective and demonstrable communication skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues
- Up to date with current medical practices
- Ability to take appropriate clinical decisions when necessary
- Research and interests relevant to specialty
- Values aligned to those of the Health Board
Desirable
Attitude/Aptitude/Personal characteristics
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Able to relate to patients, staff and medical colleagues
- Flexible, caring and hard working
Desirable
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.
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.
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).
