Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow in Anaesthetics

The closing date is 01 April 2026

Job summary

The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit. There is a full shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls. Three resident on call anaesthetists comprise the on call team. Shifts run from 8am until 8.30pm and 8pm until 8.30am. Handover happens at 8am and 8pm. Obstetric board/ward rounds at 8.30am and pm must be attended if possible. Gynae HDU ward rounds should occur a minimum of twice daily. These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street.

Main duties of the job

It is expected that the trainees will work flexibly under the direction of the Anaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services. Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied.

The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit. There is a full shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls. Three resident on call anaesthetists comprise the on call team. Shifts run from 8am until 8.30pm and 8pm until 8.30am. Handover happens at 8am and 8pm. Obstetric board/ward rounds at 8.30am and pm must be attended if possible. Gynae HDU ward rounds should occur a minimum of twice daily. These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street.

Self development time will be awarded and the successful candidate may choose to use this time to strengthen their portfolio. Education, quality improvement, research and management opportunities will be supported by the department.

About us

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust delivers the highest standards of care for women, babies and families. Each year we deliver over 7,500 babies, carry out over 49,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly & preterm newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles and have over 4,000 genetic appointments taking place. We believe that this along with a strong dedication to research & innovation makes usthe specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

We have some of the leading experts in their field, which has been showcased on national TV and news, making our teams famous across the world for professionalism, skill & compassion.

The Trust is constantly innovating and evolving it's services to provide the most cutting edge and modern care possible. As well as developing services on our current site we have long-term aspirations for the future. We have recently launched a number of new strategies which provide a detailed long-term plan for our services.

Check out why Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work using the links below:

Video: https://vimeo.com/556197652

Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf

Details

Date posted

18 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year per annum (dependant on experience)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-58-26

Job locations

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be supervised by a designated educational supervisor. A personal development plan and learning objectives will be agreed, and progress against will be monitored at regular intervals. The extent of clinical consultant supervision will reflect seniority, skill mix, and previous clinical experience.

The successful applicant will take part in appraisal, facilitated by an electronic appraisal system and supported by the Trusts revalidation team.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls. Three resident on call anaesthetists comprise the on call team. Shifts run from 8am until 8.30pm and 8pm until 8.30am. Handover happens at 8am and 8pm. Obstetric board/ward rounds at 8.30am and pm must be attended if possible. Gynae HDU ward rounds should occur a minimum of twice daily. These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street.

It is expected that the trainees will work flexibly under the direction of the Anaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services. Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied.

The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit. There is a full shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will be supervised by a designated educational supervisor. A personal development plan and learning objectives will be agreed, and progress against will be monitored at regular intervals. The extent of clinical consultant supervision will reflect seniority, skill mix, and previous clinical experience.

The successful applicant will take part in appraisal, facilitated by an electronic appraisal system and supported by the Trusts revalidation team.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake emergency on-call, including attendance at cardiac arrest calls. Three resident on call anaesthetists comprise the on call team. Shifts run from 8am until 8.30pm and 8pm until 8.30am. Handover happens at 8am and 8pm. Obstetric board/ward rounds at 8.30am and pm must be attended if possible. Gynae HDU ward rounds should occur a minimum of twice daily. These duties will be located mainly at Liverpool Women's Hospital, Crown Street.

It is expected that the trainees will work flexibly under the direction of the Anaesthesia and Theatres Directorate to provide anaesthetic services. Initially, all lists are under close supervision of a Consultant Anaesthetist and depending on previous experience and competencies, the successful candidate will be expected to work unaccompanied.

The work on delivery suite encompasses elective and emergency obstetric anaesthesia in supporting the busy unit. There is a full shift pattern rota for the department. The successful candidate will be expected in the normal run of his/her duties and within the contract and job description, to cover for the occasional brief absences of a colleague as far as is practical. An EWTD compliant full shift rota is in place.

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Maintaining Good Clinical Practice
  • Good Clinical Care
  • Good relationships and communication with patients
  • Good working relationships with colleagues and professional behaviour
  • Probity
  • 3 years minimum experience in anaethesia
  • Life support skills

Desirable

  • Experience in use of Cell salvage and point of care coagulation testing e.g. Rotem
  • Experience of working in the NHS

Qualifications / Training/Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS/MBchB or equivalent medical qualification
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice at the time of appointment
  • ICM (Basic Competency)
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Basic Competency)

Desirable

  • Evidence of Human Factors Training, PROMPT or MOET Training
  • Obstetric Anesthesia (Intermediate Competency or equivalent)
  • Primary FRCA or equivalent
Person Specification

Skills & Experience

Essential

  • Maintaining Good Clinical Practice
  • Good Clinical Care
  • Good relationships and communication with patients
  • Good working relationships with colleagues and professional behaviour
  • Probity
  • 3 years minimum experience in anaethesia
  • Life support skills

Desirable

  • Experience in use of Cell salvage and point of care coagulation testing e.g. Rotem
  • Experience of working in the NHS

Qualifications / Training/Eligibility

Essential

  • MBBS/MBchB or equivalent medical qualification
  • Full GMC registration with license to practice at the time of appointment
  • ICM (Basic Competency)
  • Obstetric Anaesthesia (Basic Competency)

Desirable

  • Evidence of Human Factors Training, PROMPT or MOET Training
  • Obstetric Anesthesia (Intermediate Competency or equivalent)
  • Primary FRCA or equivalent

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


Employer's website

https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Anaesthetic's Clinical Lead

Helen McNamara

helen.mcnamara@lwh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

18 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 to £73,992 a year per annum (dependant on experience)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

159-LWH-58-26

Job locations

Liverpool Women's Hospital Trust

Crown Street

Liverpool

L8 7SS


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