Job summary
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a Consultant
Obstetrician / Gynaecologist following retirement of the current post holder.
This
an exciting opportunity for a replacement substantive consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with a special interest in Fetal Medicine and High-Risk
Obstetrics.
The successful candidate will complement and enhance our obstetrics
and gynaecology service.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview
with an interview date on Thursday 8 May 2025. Any candidates
shortlisted who require alternative arrangements should inform the recruitment
team following shortlisting.
Main duties of the job
The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
About us
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a
position early.
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good
rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and
achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We
are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable
future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.
There
has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace
and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where
staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to
sustainability and growth.
Barnsley
Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity
and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic
origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or
belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.
The
cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will
be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who
may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa
route please use the link to check your eligibility Check, certificate of sponsorship - Search - GOV.UK,
please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 and 3 entry roles
are no longer eligible for sponsorship
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification for this post can be found under the supporting documents section.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good leadership skills.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, midwives and other staff groups.
- Compassionate attitude.
- Communicate effectively with multi-professional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship.
- Knowledge of NHS and Local Authority structures and systems.
- Basic IT skills.
- Organisational ability.
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Awareness of the impact of ICB requirements on service provision.
- Knowledge of research processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration.
- MRCOG or equivalent.
- CCT or equivalent.
- On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of anticipated CCT date on the date of interview.
Desirable
- Higher Degree.
- Evidence of research / publication.
Management, Admin, Teaching and Training experience
Essential
- Understands importance of management skills.
- Experience ofsupervising junior medical staff and medical students.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCT.
- ATSM in advanced LW practice.
- ATSM /equivalent experience in Fetal Medicine and/ATSM or equivalent experience in High risk Obstetrics.
- ATSM/equivalent experience to support high risk obstetric service and fetal medicine.
Desirable
- ATSM/equivalent in High risk Obstetrics/Ultrasound training /equivalent.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good leadership skills.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, midwives and other staff groups.
- Compassionate attitude.
- Communicate effectively with multi-professional colleagues to ensure a professional relationship.
- Knowledge of NHS and Local Authority structures and systems.
- Basic IT skills.
- Organisational ability.
- Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Awareness of the impact of ICB requirements on service provision.
- Knowledge of research processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration.
- MRCOG or equivalent.
- CCT or equivalent.
- On the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of anticipated CCT date on the date of interview.
Desirable
- Higher Degree.
- Evidence of research / publication.
Management, Admin, Teaching and Training experience
Essential
- Understands importance of management skills.
- Experience ofsupervising junior medical staff and medical students.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCT.
- ATSM in advanced LW practice.
- ATSM /equivalent experience in Fetal Medicine and/ATSM or equivalent experience in High risk Obstetrics.
- ATSM/equivalent experience to support high risk obstetric service and fetal medicine.
Desirable
- ATSM/equivalent in High risk Obstetrics/Ultrasound training /equivalent.
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).
