Job summary
Applications are invited for Clinical Fellow posts in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with an expected start date of 1st October 2025. This is a fixed term post for 1 year. The post is based in University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital Llandough (UHL) sites.This post offers an excellent opportunity for gaining a broad experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a busy teaching hospital. The posts are full time and we are supportive of less than fulltime working if required
The post holder will participate in 1:10 on call rota (2nd on call, EWTD compliant).
Due to staffing issues, we can only accommodate hospital visits for those successful in interview
For further details, contact:
Anju Kumar, Clinical Director (anju.kumar2@wales.nhs.uk)
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited for Clinical Fellow posts in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with an expected start date of 1st October 2025. This is a fixed term post for 1 year. The post is based in University Hospital of Wales (UHW) and University Hospital Llandough (UHL) sites.This post offers an excellent opportunity for gaining a broad experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in a busy teaching hospital. The posts are full time and we are supportive of less than fulltime working if required
The post holder will participate in 1:10 on call rota (1st on call, EWTD compliant). They have an opportunity to participate in weekly teaching programme, audit and research activities within the department in addition to providing clinical care.
Due to staffing issues, we can only accommodate hospital visits for those successful in interview
For further details, contact:
Anju Kumar, Clinical Director (anju.kumar2@wales.nhs.uk)
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMBBS or equivalent
- oMRCOG Part 2, or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCOG
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PHD
- Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions )
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- 2 years of Clinical Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Evidence of participation Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in clinical governance and audit
- Evidence of participation in research
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES
Essential
- oDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication Up to date with current medical practices
- Evidence of ability to work at registrar/middle grade level
Desirable
- Qualification in Ultrasound
- Postgraduate qualification in Teaching
ATTITUDE, APTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
Other Requirements
Essential
- Current GMC certificate with a licence to practise
- Satisfactory DBS Clearance
- Occupational Health Clearance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oMBBS or equivalent
- oMRCOG Part 2, or equivalent
Desirable
- MRCOG
- Intercalated Degree
- MSc or PHD
- Academic Excellence (Prizes, merits, distinctions )
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
- 2 years of Clinical Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Evidence of participation Clinical Governance
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in clinical governance and audit
- Evidence of participation in research
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE , ABILITIES
Essential
- oDemonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication Up to date with current medical practices
- Evidence of ability to work at registrar/middle grade level
Desirable
- Qualification in Ultrasound
- Postgraduate qualification in Teaching
ATTITUDE, APTITUDES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Essential
- Motivated and efficient
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Flexible, caring and hardworking
Other Requirements
Essential
- Current GMC certificate with a licence to practise
- Satisfactory DBS Clearance
- Occupational Health Clearance
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).
