Job summary
We are seeking an accredited Gynaecological Oncologist or a Gynaecologist with Special interest in Cancer Diagnostics to join the Gynaecological Oncology teamat Royal London Hospital as a Locum Consultant as of 8th Decemeber 2025, or as soon after on a mutually agreed start date, for a fixed twelve-month period.
The duties of the post will be determined based on the appointee's experience and skills, and the requirements of the department. The timetable will include a combination, dependent on the above of: Faster Diagnostic Outpatient clinic, Outpatient hysteroscopy clinic, Gynae-Oncology Clinic, Women's Precision and Prevention Clinic, Gynae-Oncology MDT meeting, a weekly all day operating list and non-resident on call for Gynae-Oncology patients.
Main duties of the job
? Consultants will have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in their charge and for the proper functioning of their departments.
? Consultants will undertake administrative duties associated with the care of their patients and the running of their clinics or department. All Consultants are expected to assume responsibility both singly and corporately for the management of the Junior Medical Staff. In particular, they are expected to be responsible for approving and monitoring junior staff rotas and junior staff locum arrangements, where appropriate.
? The successful applicant will be expected to participate fully in the medical audit arrangements in the department.
? Consultants are also expected to concern themselves with the professional development of their trainees.
? All Consultants have a responsibility to contribute to the teaching and assessment of undergraduates and of junior doctors.
? Consultants are expected to continue with all aspects of professional development to allow successful appraisal and revalidation.
About us
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate, and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Barts Health supports The Pregnancy Loss Pledge and commits to supporting their staff through the distress of miscarriage.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required.
Please view the attachment below.
Please be advised that the vacancy advertisement may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, we recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications and Registration
Essential
- MBBS or MBChB or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent
- On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of being admitted to GMC Specialist Register
- Independent in running Gynae-Oncology Faster Diagnostic Clinics
Desirable
- RCOG Sub-specialty Accreditation in Gynaecological Oncology or equivalent
- Benign Abdominal Surgery: open and laparoscopic ATSM or Gynaecological Surgical care SITM or Gynaecological oncology ATSM/SITM or equivalent fellowship experience
- Independent in out-patient hysteroscopy and running Faster Diagnostic Clinics
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience in Gynacological Cancer Management
- Evidence of working effectively in multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of commitment to teaching
- Experience of management
Desirable
- Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent
Language
Essential
- 1.Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Research/publications
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodology
- Publications in peer review journals
- Participation in committee work, organising meetings, conferences, workshops
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Professional skill of a high standard
- Ability to teach medical students and junior medical and nursing staff
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary clinical audit and demonstrable commitment to improving quality of care to patients
- Ability to manage staff and resources effectively 6. Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals in hospital and community
Desirable
- Ability to develop research projects and supervise trainees in their research
Attitude and disposition
Essential
- Ability to work with patients from wide range of social backgrounds
- Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues
- A demonstrative ability to cope under pressure
- Team player with leadership qualities
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications and Registration
Essential
- MBBS or MBChB or equivalent
- MRCOG or equivalent
- CCT or equivalent
- On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of being admitted to GMC Specialist Register
- Independent in running Gynae-Oncology Faster Diagnostic Clinics
Desirable
- RCOG Sub-specialty Accreditation in Gynaecological Oncology or equivalent
- Benign Abdominal Surgery: open and laparoscopic ATSM or Gynaecological Surgical care SITM or Gynaecological oncology ATSM/SITM or equivalent fellowship experience
- Independent in out-patient hysteroscopy and running Faster Diagnostic Clinics
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Experience in Gynacological Cancer Management
- Evidence of working effectively in multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of commitment to teaching
- Experience of management
Desirable
- Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices or equivalent
Language
Essential
- 1.Are able to speak and write English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
Research/publications
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodology
- Publications in peer review journals
- Participation in committee work, organising meetings, conferences, workshops
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Professional skill of a high standard
- Ability to teach medical students and junior medical and nursing staff
- Knowledge of multi-disciplinary clinical audit and demonstrable commitment to improving quality of care to patients
- Ability to manage staff and resources effectively 6. Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals in hospital and community
Desirable
- Ability to develop research projects and supervise trainees in their research
Attitude and disposition
Essential
- Ability to work with patients from wide range of social backgrounds
- Flexible and co-operative approach to colleagues
- A demonstrative ability to cope under pressure
- Team player with leadership qualities
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.
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.
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).
