Job summary
Applications are invited for a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a sub-speciality interest in Urogynaecology at Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. You will join a team of 14 Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologists based at Leighton Hospital in Crewe. You will be required to participate both in general obstetrics and gynaecology and have a sub-specialty interest in Urogynaecology.
Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including a License to Practice and be on the Specialist Register (or be within six months of obtaining their Certificate of Completion of Training).
The post is offered based on 10 Programmed Activities per week with the job plan being intended for a full time appointment but with an opportunity to modify this if the post is offered on any other basis.
Shortlisted candidates will be expected to visit the department prior to interview.
The proposed AAC date is 22.05.2026
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be based at Leighton Hospital, Crewe in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department, within the Women's and Children's Division. The role may involve working at other Trust sites such as the Victoria Infirmary in Northwich where some Gynaecology outpatient clinics are delivered.
The on-call commitment to the non-resident consultant on-call rota is 1:12. The post will also involve Consultant of the Week responsibility on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays on a 1:12 basis.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and emergency care, cardiac, critical care,child health,maternity services and intermediate care at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
The Trust provides over 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff. A comprehensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools through ourCentral Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership.
We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is for a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a sub-speciality interest in Urogynaecology. The job plan will be based on 10 Programmed Activities per week.
The successful candidate will contribute to the overall delivery of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology service, which includes a commitment to the non-resident consultant on-call rota and Consultant of the Week rota, both worked on a 1:12 basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post is for a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a sub-speciality interest in Urogynaecology. The job plan will be based on 10 Programmed Activities per week.
The successful candidate will contribute to the overall delivery of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology service, which includes a commitment to the non-resident consultant on-call rota and Consultant of the Week rota, both worked on a 1:12 basis.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent
- Two appropriate ATSMs, SITMs or Sub speciality training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to include Urogynaecology
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights
- Full doctors GMC registration with licence to practice
Desirable
- Experience in the following areas: Laparoscopic skills & Benign gynaecology care
Ability
Essential
- Possesses training and education skills to teach junior, medical, nursing and midwifery students and staff
- Demonstrates Leadership qualities
- Provides learning opportunities within the clinical environment to teach junior
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- A wide general obstetrics and gynaecology training
- Good experience at running labour ward and Emergency Gynaecology at a senior level
Desirable
- Either of the following can be beneficial: Risk management experience & Medical education experience
Communication and Language Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues and staff
- Able to communicate well with patients
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from colleagues and discuss clinical issues when appropriate
- Acts with integrity
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills training
- Flexible
- Team player
- Advanced communication skills training Flexible Team player Supportive and nurturing towards junior medical, midwifery and nursing workforce
Teaching and Education
Essential
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Desirable
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Good organisational skills and time management
- Prepared to challenge/correct poor performance
- Takes responsibility for personal and professional development
Desirable
- Training and interest in medical management
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MRCOG or equivalent
- Two appropriate ATSMs, SITMs or Sub speciality training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to include Urogynaecology
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via: CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview), CESR or European Community Rights
- Full doctors GMC registration with licence to practice
Desirable
- Experience in the following areas: Laparoscopic skills & Benign gynaecology care
Ability
Essential
- Possesses training and education skills to teach junior, medical, nursing and midwifery students and staff
- Demonstrates Leadership qualities
- Provides learning opportunities within the clinical environment to teach junior
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- A wide general obstetrics and gynaecology training
- Good experience at running labour ward and Emergency Gynaecology at a senior level
Desirable
- Either of the following can be beneficial: Risk management experience & Medical education experience
Communication and Language Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues and staff
- Able to communicate well with patients
- Willingness to seek timely assistance from colleagues and discuss clinical issues when appropriate
- Acts with integrity
Desirable
- Advanced communication skills training
- Flexible
- Team player
- Advanced communication skills training Flexible Team player Supportive and nurturing towards junior medical, midwifery and nursing workforce
Teaching and Education
Essential
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Desirable
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Educational Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
Management and Administrative Experience
Essential
- Good organisational skills and time management
- Prepared to challenge/correct poor performance
- Takes responsibility for personal and professional development
Desirable
- Training and interest in medical management
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
