University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Advanced Training Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

The closing date is 11 November 2025

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a enthusiastic Advanced Training Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The post is for a 2 year fixed term period. This post will provide an excellent chance to further develop your skills in both Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology.

The department has a strong reputation in numerous areas such Urogynaecology, Gynae-oncology, Fetal Medicine, Ambulatory Gynaecology and BSGE accredited Endometriosis Centre as well as a centre of excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate education.

The department's gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse. Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning. Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit.

The University Hospital North Midlands offers services at both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital sites; this post shall cover clinical activity in both areas.

You will participate in the Senior registrar on-call rota.

Main duties of the job

This post will provide an excellent chance to further develop your skills in both Obstetrics and/or Gynaecology.

The department has a strong reputation in numerous areas such Urogynaecology, Gynae-oncology, Fetal Medicine, Ambulatory Gynaecology and BSGE accredited Endometriosis Centre as well as a centre of excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate education.The department's gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse. Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning. Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit.

The department's gynaecological and obstetric practice is diverse. Emergency gynaecology services and early pregnancy unit are supervised through the on-call Gynaecologist as well as the Gynaecologist of the Morning. Clinical responsibilities will include attending outpatient clinics, inpatient and day case theatre sessions, Labour ward/maternal assessment unit

About us

University Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, locatedin Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.

Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatresin Europe.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-7579877

Job locations

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

The detailed job description and main responsibilities for this post can be found on the Job Pack which is attached to this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The detailed job description and main responsibilities for this post can be found on the Job Pack which is attached to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG completed
  • Competencies required must be equivalent as per the RCOG / Deanery Matrix to start at ST6+ equivalent
  • Previous NHS experience

Desirable

  • Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
  • Academic and extracurricular achievements

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
  • Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team
  • Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures

Desirable

  • Proven ability to lead a team and demonstrate initiative
  • Evidence of leadership in clinical, educational or governance activities
  • Counselling, advanced communication or related qualification/training
  • Advanced procedural competence (e.g. intermediate laparoscopy & complex deliveries)
  • Can supervise and teach juniors effectively

Personal Characteristics

Essential

  • Highly motivated individual
  • Evidence of continuing professional Develpoment
  • Annual appraisals or equivalent
  • Decisiveness/accountability & flexible working
  • Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this Job
  • Commitment to pursuing career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Desirable

  • Demonstrates maturity, insight and professionalism
  • Evidence of involvement in service development, education or research
  • Enrolled in or completed SITM
  • Experience in academic or clinical research
  • Teaching qualifications or leadership training

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Experience with appropriate skills at ST6+ level (Senior Registrar)
  • Up to date RCOG portfolio or equivalent
  • Knowledge of changes occurring in NHS as a whole and its impact on specialty work
  • IT skills and applications.

Desirable

  • Log of experience & procedures with presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
  • Capable of managing complex cases with indirect supervision
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCOG completed
  • Competencies required must be equivalent as per the RCOG / Deanery Matrix to start at ST6+ equivalent
  • Previous NHS experience

Desirable

  • Awards/distinctions whilst studying for 1st degree
  • Academic and extracurricular achievements

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, senior medical staff and other health professionals Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures
  • Ability to organise and prioritise busy workloads effectively and cope under pressure
  • Proven ability to work as a member of a team
  • Proficient and efficient handling of relevant Obstetrics and Gynaecology problems with evidence of safe sound practical procedures

Desirable

  • Proven ability to lead a team and demonstrate initiative
  • Evidence of leadership in clinical, educational or governance activities
  • Counselling, advanced communication or related qualification/training
  • Advanced procedural competence (e.g. intermediate laparoscopy & complex deliveries)
  • Can supervise and teach juniors effectively

Personal Characteristics

Essential

  • Highly motivated individual
  • Evidence of continuing professional Develpoment
  • Annual appraisals or equivalent
  • Decisiveness/accountability & flexible working
  • Demonstrates a clear reason for wanting this Job
  • Commitment to pursuing career in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Desirable

  • Demonstrates maturity, insight and professionalism
  • Evidence of involvement in service development, education or research
  • Enrolled in or completed SITM
  • Experience in academic or clinical research
  • Teaching qualifications or leadership training

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Experience with appropriate skills at ST6+ level (Senior Registrar)
  • Up to date RCOG portfolio or equivalent
  • Knowledge of changes occurring in NHS as a whole and its impact on specialty work
  • IT skills and applications.

Desirable

  • Log of experience & procedures with presented evidence of experience to date supported by references
  • Capable of managing complex cases with indirect supervision

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

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust

Address

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Mr S Cunningham

Simon.Cunningham@uhnm.nhs.uk

01782672395

Details

Date posted

28 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

2 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

205-7579877

Job locations

Royal Stoke University Hospital

Newcastle Road

Stoke-on-Trent

ST4 6QG


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