Locum Consultant in Paediatric Neurology (Neurometabolic Interest)
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 March 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, M13 9WL |
| Company: | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7778340/349-MCH-7778340-RL4 |
Summary
A Vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.
The Department of Paediatric Neurology is one of the longest established in Britain. It is supported by 8.5 WTE consultants based at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital (RMCH) with links being established to support the Lancaster and South Cumbria population served by Royal Preston Hospital.
The Paediatric Neurology department also has specialized services including a long-standing Neuromuscular Service, an acquired brain injury service and specialised clinics including neuroimmunology, neurovascular and Neurofibromatosis. The department is one of the 4 centres in England chosen to provide a service for children’s epilepsy surgery. This is run jointly with Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. The ketogenic diet service is one of the largest in the country with 60 patients currently.
Applications are invited for a post in Paediatric Neurology based at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and dynamic paediatric neurology department composed of 10 Consultant Paediatric Neurologists.
The Manchester Paediatric Neurology Service provides care for children with neurological disorders throughout the North West of England. The post-holder, though based at RMCH will contribute to this outreach model of outpatient care. This post is to support the Neurometabolic work of the service.
We can offer you a commitment to teaching, education, research and audit. The post-holder will have experience in all areas of paediatric neurology and will be on, or eligible to join, the Specialist Register for General Paediatrics and Paediatric Neurology, within 6 months of the Appointments Committee or have equivalence of training.
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact:
Dr Siobhan West, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist and Clinical Lead 0161 701 2346 siobhan.west@mft.nhs.uk or Dr Dipak Ram, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist on 0161 701 2544 dipak.ram@mft.nhs.uk
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading center of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to beALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application!
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Mar 2026
The Department of Paediatric Neurology is one of the longest established in Britain. It is supported by 8.5 WTE consultants based at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital (RMCH) with links being established to support the Lancaster and South Cumbria population served by Royal Preston Hospital.
The Paediatric Neurology department also has specialized services including a long-standing Neuromuscular Service, an acquired brain injury service and specialised clinics including neuroimmunology, neurovascular and Neurofibromatosis. The department is one of the 4 centres in England chosen to provide a service for children’s epilepsy surgery. This is run jointly with Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. The ketogenic diet service is one of the largest in the country with 60 patients currently.
Applications are invited for a post in Paediatric Neurology based at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and dynamic paediatric neurology department composed of 10 Consultant Paediatric Neurologists.
The Manchester Paediatric Neurology Service provides care for children with neurological disorders throughout the North West of England. The post-holder, though based at RMCH will contribute to this outreach model of outpatient care. This post is to support the Neurometabolic work of the service.
We can offer you a commitment to teaching, education, research and audit. The post-holder will have experience in all areas of paediatric neurology and will be on, or eligible to join, the Specialist Register for General Paediatrics and Paediatric Neurology, within 6 months of the Appointments Committee or have equivalence of training.
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact:
Dr Siobhan West, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist and Clinical Lead 0161 701 2346 siobhan.west@mft.nhs.uk or Dr Dipak Ram, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist on 0161 701 2544 dipak.ram@mft.nhs.uk
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading center of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-specialty environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.
We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.
If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to beALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application!
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Mar 2026
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