OUR VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS
We expect everyone that works for the Health Board, regardless of their role, to share and uphold our values in all that they do:
Caring for each other - in every human contact in all of our communities and each of our hospitals.
Working together - as patients, families, carers, staff and communities so that we always put patients first
Always improving - so that we are at our best for every patient and for each other.
Job overview
Do you share our Health Board values; Caring for each other; Working together; Always improving? If so, we would love for you to come and work for Swansea Bay University HB.
The Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department in Singleton Hospital, Swansea are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individuals to join their team to undertake a 4 -10-month fixed term LAS ST higher post to start as soon as possible until 3rd February 2026/ 6th August 2026.
This is a full time position and the post holder will be working on a full shift rota.
The on-call team with the consultant includes one SHO and two registrars/resident consultants, (the post holder being one of the registrars).
It is intended that this post will provide an excellent learning opportunity and will enhance individual’s CV’s.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to attend outpatient clinics, ward rounds, labour ward and theatre sessions. The post is based at Singleton Hospital, but the successful post holder may be expected from time to time to work in any of the other hospitals in the Health Board or attend any peripheral clinics as needed.
The labour ward in Singleton is a busy unit with approximately 3,600 deliveries a year and is linked to a tertiary Neonatal unit.
This post is not recognised for Training however opportunity to attend teaching and participate in audit and quality Improvement projects will be available subject to the needs of the service.
The successful candidate will be working together with the wider clinical team of Consultants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Junior Doctors and other Allied Health Professionals to provide high quality, safe and effective clinical care. Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will participate on the Full shift rota. Salary stated includes payment for banding supplement for full shift rota
Working for our organisation
Swansea Bay University Health Board has responsibility for the health of around 390,000 people in the Neath Port Talbot and Swansea areas, with a budget of around £1 billion and employing 12,500 people. We are a University Health Board working in partnership with Swansea University, Swansea School of Medicine, the School of Health Science and the Institute of Life Science. The HB has three major hospitals providing a range of services: Morriston and Singleton hospitals in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot hospital in Baglan, Port Talbot.
The Health Board is part of A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH), which is a partnership with Hywel Dda UHB and Swansea University. Aimed at improving the wellbeing and wealth of South West Wales.
Swansea is Wales' second-largest city, and sits on the five-mile sweep of Swansea Bay. An ideal base for exploring South-West Wales, there is also much on offer for visitors in Swansea itself. Swansea has a range of shops, cozy cafes, great restaurants, art galleries as well as being able to offer good outdoor lifestyle with its beautiful coastline and beaches on the Gower Peninsula. Swansea also has excellent sporting facilities including the Wales National pool and liberty stadium home to the Ospreys and Swansea City football club.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential criteria
1. You must hold a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS, MBBS) degree or other equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable criteria
2. ·BSc, BA or equivalent (not including intercalated BSc or ‘Honorary’ MA).
3. ·Other relevant degrees or diplomas.
4. ·MD or PhD (Note: will only be considered if awarded for defending a thesis. This equates to undertaking 2 to 3 years full time equivalent spent in research with minimal daytime clinical activity).
5. ·Has passed MRCOG Part 1 within last 5 years.
6. ·Has passed MRCOG Part 2 within last 5 years
REGISTRATION & RIGHT TO WORK
Essential criteria
7. •Hold full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) at the time of application, and hold a current licence to practise on the date your post commences
CAPABILITY/COMPETENCES AND EXPERIENCE FOR ST3 ENTRY
Essential criteria
8. You must have evidence of achievement of ST1 and ST2 competences in Obstetrics and Gynaecology via one of the following methods: •Current employment in a UK Obstetrics and Gynaecology training programme which leads to successful achievement of ST2 competences by the advertised post start date for the vacancy; or •Successful achievement of ST1 and ST2 Obstetrics and Gynaecology competences at the time of application, evidenced by ARCP certificates submitted at the time of application; or •A completed Alternative Certificate of ST1 and ST2 Obstetrics & Gynaecology competences. This must be submitted with your application.
9. You must have at least 24 months’ experience (whole time equivalent) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (not including Foundation modules) by the advertised post start date for the vacancy.
10. Part 1 MRCOG by ‘initial offers released by’ date for the round.
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential criteria
11. Clinical knowledge •Interest in, and understanding of, the training programme
12. Workplace skills •Ability to work in multi-professional teams and supervise colleagues. •Ability to lead, make decisions, organise and motivate other team members. •Ability to manage/prioritise own and others’ time effectively. •Ability to work safely under pressure and deliver good clinical care in the face of uncertainty. •Ability to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues. •Good basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and ability to learn new systems.
13. Academic knowledge •Understanding of research, including awareness of ethical issues. •Understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and clinical quality improvement initiatives. •Knowledge of evidence-informed practice.
14. Personal skills •Commitment to personal and professional development. •Ability to work on own initiative, demonstrating curiosity. •Strong attention to detail, preparation and planning. •Ability to communicate messages effectively to a range of audiences. •Ability to negotiate and build positive professional relationships. •Strong problem-solving skills, with a scientific approach to problem solving
15. Knowledge and experience •Understanding of NHS management and resources. •Experience of management. •Experience of research. •Experience of audit and quality improvement. •Experience of teaching.
16. Clinical Experience & Knowledge ·Evidence of competence in basic and advanced life support as described in the present Foundation Programme curriculum. Local offices/Deaneries will have to be satisfied that the relevant competences will be achieved in advance of the commencement of the post. ·Demonstrate the competencies and capabilities equivalent to those gained through completion of Practical Skills course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by time of appointment.
17. Academic Skills ·Experience of active involvement in quality improvement measures (clear description, outcomes and appropriate experience for level of application). This can include audit, guideline development, implementation of health policy, improved team working, leadership etc.
Desirable criteria
18. Clinical Experience & Knowledge ·Less than 60 months’ experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology ST level (not including foundation modules). ·Completion of formal obstetric skills/drills training course by time of appointment. ·Relevant experience in other specialties which would complement a career in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. ·Extracurricular activities/achievements relevant to Obstetrics and Gynaecology
19. Academic Skills ·Evidence of academic prizes and honours at postgraduate level. ·Evidence of relevant peer-reviewed papers and other publications (e.g., book chapter, book editor, case report – not abstracts or letters). ·Presentations (oral or poster) at international, national or regional meetings – not local meeting.
Swansea Bay University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are not necessary