Consultant Neurologist; Epilepsy | University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. This is a permanent role with the position to start as soon as possible. Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

We are looking for a Consultant Neurologist with an interest in epilepsy to join our department  will be part of the WNC regional stroke on‑call rota, providing excellent hyper‑acute stroke care as part of the mechanical thrombectomy service. Managing inpatients and outpatients with neurological diseases and contributing to the regional stroke MT service.

Working as part of the regional epilepsy service to deliver tertiary epilepsy services including the work‑up for epilepsy surgery. Taking part in the Southampton General Hospital ward liaison service on a 1:5 weekly rota, and regional and departmental CPD and governance activities. Contributing to research and education.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated “Good” by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro‑rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20 % lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and supportive regional neurology service in the south of England based at the Wessex Neurological Centre (WNC) in Southampton. We are looking for a consultant neurologist with a special interest in Epilepsy to join our regional team in a role that is based purely at Southampton General Hospital.

You will be a key part of the regional epilepsy service at WNC working alongside epilepsy nurse specialist, neurosurgeons, neurophysiologists and neuropsychiatrist to deliver and develop the comprehensive regional epilepsy service including work‑up for epilepsy surgery. You will be part of the Neurology liaison service at Southampton General Hospital.

Colleagues who can work as part of the wider team at WNC and across the region we support. Enthusiasm and flexibility.

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Interviews will be held on 27th March 2026. This Final date to receive applications on or before 25th February 2026. This advert closes on Wednesday 25 Feb 2026.