Ophthalmology

National Recruitment ST1 up to 90

Recruitment Timetable

Specialty recruitment to ophthalmology will follow a pre-set timetable that is outlined below. For further details of the recruitment process please refer to the applicant guide

Recruitment Cycle

Action Date

Additional Information

Applications published

23 October 2024

Vacancies will be published within Oriel and full details will be published on the national recruitment website.

Applications Open

24 October 2024

Specialty specific application form available for completion within Oriel.

Applications Close

21 November 2024

Applications can be submitted until 4:00 pm (UK time). Late applications will not be accepted.

Invitation to Book MSRA expected no later than

12 December 2024

A message will be sent via Oriel inviting candidates to book a slot to sit the MSRA.  Full instructions will be given within the message.

Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA)  

 2 to 13 January 2025

All candidates will be required to attend. Candidates that do not attend the MSRA will not progress through the selection process.  

Documentation Upload Window 

17 January - 7 February 2025

The evidence portal will be open during this period. All candidates will be asked to upload documentation to the portal that will form a folder of achievements. The portal will close at midnight on the 7/02/25

Feedback: Evidence Folders

14 February 2025

The scores awarded and comments will be released to candidates

Candidates invited to book an interview slot

4 March 2025

A message will be sent via Oriel inviting candidates to book a slot. A text message will also be sent.

Interviews

13 & 14 March 2025

The interviews will be virtual and candidates will not need to attend in person

Feedback: Interview

20 March 2025

Candidates will be emailed feedback which will include the scores and comments from the virtual interview

Offers Released by no later than

25 March 2025

Offers will be made via the Oriel System.