Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Consultant in Gynaecology

The closing date is 30 October 2025

Job summary

Locum Consultant in Gynaecology

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join a genuinely cohesive, dynamic and growing consultant O&G team at the RUH Bath on a fixed-term basis.

The successful applicant will take up a Locum Consultant Gynaecologist role. The role will focus on delivering outpatient benign gynaecology clinics with opportunities to do emergency gynaecology clinics and gynaecology operating during periods of leave. All areas of specialist interest will be considered for support.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy district general hospital, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, across neighbouring trusts and contributing to the advancement of women's health.

The O&G team, are held in very high regard for our training opportunities, as evidenced by our GMC and Training survey results, where the O&G department is consistently ranked in the top 3 regionally and top 10 nationally. An interest in research and teaching is expected of all consultants. Participation in QI projects, courses, etc. to enhance the standing and role of the department and trust is encouraged. There are regular departmental meetings and research links with the University of Bath, University of Exeter and through the Bath School of Postgraduate Medicine.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

427-7558324

Job locations

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Basic Qualifications

Essential

  • MRCOG
  • Full registration and license to practice with the GMC/GDC

Desirable

  • Higher degree and / or teaching certificate

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Ability to perform vaginal ultrasound scanning
  • Ability in ambulatory gynaecology (one stop clinics and hysteroscopy)

Desirable

  • Ability to undertake terminations of pregnancy
  • Experience in risk management and RCA reports
Person Specification

Basic Qualifications

Essential

  • MRCOG
  • Full registration and license to practice with the GMC/GDC

Desirable

  • Higher degree and / or teaching certificate

Clinical Experience

Essential

  • Ability to perform vaginal ultrasound scanning
  • Ability in ambulatory gynaecology (one stop clinics and hysteroscopy)

Desirable

  • Ability to undertake terminations of pregnancy
  • Experience in risk management and RCA reports

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

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead for Gynaecology

Russ Luker

j.harthill2@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

23 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

427-7558324

Job locations

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG


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