Job summary
Based at Liverpool Women's Hospital (LWH) with collaboration across the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUFT) and other local hospitals, the successful candidate will deliver specialist care, performing complex surgeries and contributing to the department's growth as a centre of excellence in pelvic and peritoneal cancer management.
The post holder will also participate in the multidisciplinary team (MDT), working closely with colorectal, urology, and robotic surgery colleagues to deliver high-quality, innovative cancer care. In addition to direct clinical responsibilities, the Consultant will lead on service development, governance, and education, including training for clinical staff and involvement in research. They will ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, participate in on-call rota coverage, and contribute to the continuous professional development of the Gynaecological Oncology service. The role offers significant opportunities for shaping the future of gynaecological oncology in Liverpool and the surrounding regions.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will also participate in the multidisciplinary team (MDT), working closely with colorectal, urology, and robotic surgery colleagues to deliver high-quality, innovative cancer care. In addition to direct clinical responsibilities, the Consultant will lead on service development, governance, and education, including training for clinical staff and involvement in research. They will ensure adherence to clinical guidelines, participate in on-call rota coverage, and contribute to the continuous professional development of the Gynaecological Oncology service. The role offers significant opportunities for shaping the future of gynaecological oncology in Liverpool and the surrounding regions.
The successful candidate will be part of the team shaping the future strategy of the Gynaecological Oncology service in Liverpool. Working in collaboration with LUFT Hospital the successful candidate will participate in complex major cancer surgery with full access to Intensive Care, Colorectal, Urology, Imaging and Medical Speciality support. There are currently regular scheduled theatre lists on both LUFT Hospital sites with weekly joint operating sessions with peritoneal, colorectal and other surgical colleagues. There is a robot exclusively for gynaecological surgery in LWH and access to the robot in LUFT by arrangement for high risk patients.
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 new-borns, 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 us the 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 its 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:
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Online brochure: https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/media/4121/recruitment-pack-great-place-to-work-16pp-v4-final.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a substantive post in Surgical Gynaecological Oncology. The Gynaecological Oncology department is currently based at Liverpool Womens Hospital Foundation Trust (LWH), however there are strong links with the neighbouring LUFT Hospital (Royal Site).
The successful candidate will be part of the team shaping the future strategy of the Gynaecological Oncology service in Liverpool. Working in collaboration with LUFT Hospital the successful candidate will participate in complex major cancer surgery with full access to Intensive Care, Colorectal, Urology, Imaging and Medical Speciality support. There are currently regular scheduled theatre lists on both LUFT Hospital sites with weekly joint operating sessions with peritoneal, colorectal and other surgical colleagues. There is a robot exclusively for gynaecological surgery in LWH and access to the robot in LUFT by arrangement for high risk patients.
The Gynaecological Oncology department supports a population base of 2.4 million covering Merseyside, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and parts of North Wales. With over 500 cancer referrals each year, the Liverpool Womens Hospital is one of the five busiest centres in England. The current workforce is five subspecialist consultants and two Gynaecologists with a special interest in Oncology.
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic applicant to join the current Gynaecological Oncology department and to work with us to achieve our aim of creating a surgical centre of excellence in pelvic and peritoneal cancer management.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a substantive post in Surgical Gynaecological Oncology. The Gynaecological Oncology department is currently based at Liverpool Womens Hospital Foundation Trust (LWH), however there are strong links with the neighbouring LUFT Hospital (Royal Site).
The successful candidate will be part of the team shaping the future strategy of the Gynaecological Oncology service in Liverpool. Working in collaboration with LUFT Hospital the successful candidate will participate in complex major cancer surgery with full access to Intensive Care, Colorectal, Urology, Imaging and Medical Speciality support. There are currently regular scheduled theatre lists on both LUFT Hospital sites with weekly joint operating sessions with peritoneal, colorectal and other surgical colleagues. There is a robot exclusively for gynaecological surgery in LWH and access to the robot in LUFT by arrangement for high risk patients.
The Gynaecological Oncology department supports a population base of 2.4 million covering Merseyside, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and parts of North Wales. With over 500 cancer referrals each year, the Liverpool Womens Hospital is one of the five busiest centres in England. The current workforce is five subspecialist consultants and two Gynaecologists with a special interest in Oncology.
We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic applicant to join the current Gynaecological Oncology department and to work with us to achieve our aim of creating a surgical centre of excellence in pelvic and peritoneal cancer management.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registrations
Essential
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- MRCOG or equivalent
- Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
- completion of subspeciality training in gynaecological oncology
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate qualifications e.g. MD/PhD / or working towards
Clinical experience & Skills
Essential
- Work independently in outpatient clinics & theatre
- Gynaecological Oncology Experience
- BSCCP accreditation
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- ATSM in Oncology
- ATSM in Vulval Medicine
- Research and/or audit and/or service development in appropriate fields
- Advanced laparoscopic skills
- Robotic surgical skills
Special aptitudes / abilities, e.g initiative, leadership, ability to work on own or with others
Essential
- Ability to work in a teams orientated environment and to engage in mutli-disciplinary working.
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to influence and motivate others
Desirable
- Ability to develop new techniques and influence implementation
- Experience in postgraduate teaching and learning
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated to take the specialty forward
- An awareness of the current specialty specific developments and initiatives
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to continuing Medical Education
- Evidence of Leadership initiatives
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, midwives and other agencies.
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
- Good organisational and management skills.
- Aware of own limitations and when to escalate where necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Registrations
Essential
- Full GMC registration and license to practice
- Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
- MRCOG or equivalent
- Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
- completion of subspeciality training in gynaecological oncology
Desirable
- Additional postgraduate qualifications e.g. MD/PhD / or working towards
Clinical experience & Skills
Essential
- Work independently in outpatient clinics & theatre
- Gynaecological Oncology Experience
- BSCCP accreditation
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- ATSM in Oncology
- ATSM in Vulval Medicine
- Research and/or audit and/or service development in appropriate fields
- Advanced laparoscopic skills
- Robotic surgical skills
Special aptitudes / abilities, e.g initiative, leadership, ability to work on own or with others
Essential
- Ability to work in a teams orientated environment and to engage in mutli-disciplinary working.
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Ability to influence and motivate others
Desirable
- Ability to develop new techniques and influence implementation
- Experience in postgraduate teaching and learning
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Motivated to take the specialty forward
- An awareness of the current specialty specific developments and initiatives
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to continuing Medical Education
- Evidence of Leadership initiatives
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses, midwives and other agencies.
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
- Good organisational and management skills.
- Aware of own limitations and when to escalate where necessary.
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).
