Job overview

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to invite applications for a 6.5 PA Consultant Dermatologist to provide maternity cover within our friendly, dynamic and expanding Dermatology Department.

This fixed-term post is available for 9 months, with the possibility of extension to 12 months, commencing ideally in September or October 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a consultant seeking to gain experience within a highly supportive London teaching hospital and to become part of an ambitious, forward-looking department.

In addition to this maternity cover post, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust will shortly be advertising two substantive Consultant Dermatologist posts, with interviews expected during Autumn 2026.

The successful applicant will therefore have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of working within the department before deciding whether to apply for a substantive consultant position. Should the successful applicant subsequently be appointed to one of the substantive posts, the remainder of the maternity leave would simply be covered by another locum consultant.

We actively encourage consultants to develop their own subspecialty interests and, wherever possible, these can be incorporated into the agreed job plan and supported within the department.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will provide a comprehensive Dermatology service, working collaboratively with consultant colleagues to deliver high-quality care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role includes the assessment and management of adult dermatology patients, timely review of inpatient referrals, participation in skin cancer services including 2WW clinics and multidisciplinary team meetings and the provision of telephone and electronic Advice and Guidance to local GPs. 

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and forward-looking London teaching hospital. In addition to this fixed-term maternity cover post, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust expects to advertise two substantive Consultant Dermatologist posts during Autumn 2026. The successful applicant will therefore have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of working within the department before deciding whether to apply for a substantive consultant position.

We actively encourage consultants to develop their own subspecialty interests and, wherever possible, these can be incorporated into the agreed job plan and supported within the department.

Working for our organisation

We have recently relocated into a purpose-built, air-conditioned Dermatology Department with modern clinical facilities, including dedicated treatment rooms, dermatological surgery suites and a phototherapy unit.

The department has a thriving NIHR research portfolio, with opportunities to participate in clinical research, collaborate with The Royal London Hospital, our tertiary dermatology centre, and contribute to service development, innovation and quality improvement.

We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment and actively encourage consultants to develop and expand their subspecialty interests.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and is committed to equality, inclusion and the ongoing development of its staff.