Job Summary
This is a new consultant post in Obstetrics to support increasing workload and career progression of current postholders. The post is suited to a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who has completed their training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The successful applicant would join a team of 12 consultant Obstetricians (WTE) delivering high risk antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
Main duties of the job
This post covers general antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal obstetric care with the ability to have a subspeciality interest in Fetal Medicine, Preterm Birth or Research depending on the applicants experience.
Consultant labour ward presence will be covered by 13 consultants with resident cover for approximately 100 hours per week. There is separate consultant on call cover for gynaecology.
The post is initially for 8PAs (80% WTE), with a 100% WTE on call commitment to be reflected in the job plan. There will be scope to increase routine activity further with the ongoing expansion of services delivered by the Norfolk and Waveney University Hospitals Group.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.
About Us
The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of acute clinical services through the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (1,000 beds) and Cromer and District Hospital, including more specialist services such as oncology and radiotherapy, neonatology, orthopaedics, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, rheumatology, paediatric medicine and surgery.
Our staff of over 7,000 treat more than one million patients; people from Norfolk, neighbouring counties and further afield. Our patients are referred to us by around 100 local GP practices but also from other acute hospitals and primary care trusts around the country.
As a university teaching hospital we have developed our research and development strategy in partnership with the University of East Anglia.
We also work closely with our partners on the Norwich Research Park and Norwich Radiology Academy to take forward our ambitious targets for research and development.
Details
Date posted
17 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
234-MS2490
Job locations
Obstetrics Medical Staff
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Full GMC with license to practice with entry onto the Specialist Register required.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description link for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Full GMC with license to practice with entry onto the Specialist Register required.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
MB BS or equivalent
Full GMC registration
PLAB or equivalent
MRCOG or equivalent
Entry on the GMC Specialist Register Via: CCT in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or equivalent, or proposed CCT date within 6 months of the interview
Desirable
Post-graduate degree (MD, PhD)
Subspecialist training in Maternal Fetal Medicine
SITM in Fetal Care
SITM Premature Birth Prevention
ATSM Advanced Labour Ward Practice
Essential
Clinical Training and Experience
Extensive obstetric experience able to perform all roles in the job description.
Applicants who are Nationals from another European country or elsewhere overseas would have to show equivalence to the 7 years training period in the National Health Service required for the specialty.
Training and expertise in children's safeguarding
Experience dealing with complex antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care
Desirable
Experience in research or published papers in area of special interest
Experience In obstetric training e.g. MOET or PPROMPT instructor
Experience in risk management with demonstration of Root Cause analysis investigator experience.
Ability
Essential
Exhibits and has references acknowledging ability and skills commensurate with experience stated above and should include skills in dealing with specific situations (e.g. handling Obstetric emergencies appropriately, counselling and treating upset patients and their relatives).
References must demonstrate training progress.
Communication skills - to be clear, fluent and articulate in communication in English.
Knowledge
Essential
Exhibits and has references confirming progressive acquisition of knowledge specific to career goals.
Understands the importance of risk management, the audit cycle, and continuing education.
Personal Attributes
Essential
Is willing, able and has the skill to collate and record information and communicate in writing with other professionals.
Exhibits good time management and diligence, i.e. answers bleep and arrives for duties promptly, helps colleagues
Excellent communicator
Desirable
Previous responsibility for service improvement projects
Leadership and management skills
Good presentation skills
Relationships
Essential
Able to work effectively with colleagues and members of the wider multidisciplinary team.
Able to form a caring and communicative relationship with the patient.
Essential
Other
Is able to work without direct supervision, but also clearly knows when it is appropriate to seek help.
Satisfactory pre-employment health screening and clearance of Hepatitis B status
Police Clearance
Desirable
Research presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals
Person Specification
Essential
Is able to work without direct supervision, but also clearly knows when it is appropriate to seek help.
Satisfactory pre-employment health screening and clearance of Hepatitis B status
Police Clearance
Desirable
Research presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journals
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Obstetrics Medical Staff
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Obstetrics Medical Staff
Colney Lane
Norwich
NR4 7UY
Employer's website
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