Locum Consultant Gynaecology Oncologist Joint Role (RBH & OUH)
Job Summary
* Contract: 12 months
* Location: RBH & OUH
* Hours: 10 PAs (6 PAs RBH / 4 PAs OUH)
* On-call: 1 in 7 (non-resident Gynaecology RBH)
This is a 12-month locum Consultant Gynaecological Oncology post jointly hosted by RBH and OUH. The role is designed to strengthen collaboration between the cancer unit and the tertiary centre, ensuring seamless patient care across the 62‑day cancer pathway. The postholder will work across both sites, contributing to outpatient clinics with a huge focus on surgical lists, MDTs and service development. The role is ideal for a dynamic and motivated consultant with a subspecialty interest in gynaecological oncology and a passion for improving cancer outcomes.
Main Duties of the Job
* Lead and deliver high‑quality care for patients on the 62‑day cancer pathway, ensuring timely diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical intervention.
* Participate in weekly clinics sessions at Royal Berkshire Hospital.
* Attend and contribute to the Gynaecological Cancer MDT, supporting decision‑making and coordination of care across both sites.
* Undertake elective surgical procedures, including complex oncology cases, with opportunities for joint operating and skill development.
* Provide clinical leadership in service improvement initiatives focused on cancer pathway efficiency and surgical outcomes.
* Participate in the non‑resident on‑call rota at RBH (1 in 7) and contribute to acute gynaecology cover as required.
About Us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
Details
* Date posted: 17 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year Per Annum
* Contract: Locum
* Duration: 12 months
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 193‑MS2156UCG
* Job locations: Royal Berkshire Hospital, Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5AN
Job Responsibilities
* Surgical lists: Elective theatre sessions with a focus on oncology procedures.
* Weekly outpatient clinics to support the cancer pathway.
* MDT participation: Weekly cancer MDT meetings to support collaborative decision‑making.
* SPA activities: Audit, clinical governance, teaching, and revalidation.
* Leadership: Support service transformation, particularly around cancer pathway optimisation and surgical quality improvement.
* Education: Contribute to training of junior doctors and medical students, with opportunities for mentorship and supervision.
Person Specification
Essential
* Full registration with the GMC/eligible for registration within 6 months of CCST in (Specialty).
* Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of the United Kingdom or equivalent.
* Colposcopy Accredited.
* Fully trained in gynaecology.
* Previous responsibility for clinical governance and GMC Good Medical Practice.
* ATSMs in benign gynaecology hysteroscopy or medical education.
* Experience in oncology.
* Experience/Evidence in working in a cancer tertiary centre.
* Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines.
* Undertake audits and present data as required.
* Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database.
* Track record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
* Evidence or providing good teaching and supervision to trainees.
* Contributes to improving patients experience.
* See patients as individuals and involve them in decisions about their care.
* Ability to work in partnership to deliver a patient‑centred service.
* Demonstrate an understanding and willingness to embrace user involvement.
* Able to abide by the Trust CARE Values; Compassionate, Aspirational, Respectful and Excellence.
* Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligence in both written and spoken English.
* Willingness to take responsibility, and exert appropriate authority.
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team, understanding each other's unique role.
Desirable
* Higher degree e.g. PhD / MD submitted/awarded.
* Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce.
* Educational qualification.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Craven Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
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