Overview
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Obstetrician to join the team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This new post strengthens the high risk obstetric service and supports the development of a dedicated elective caesarean section team.
This is a full time (10 PA) permanent position with an 8.5.1.5 DCC/SPA split and a requirement to participate in the obstetric on-call rota (1:12).
The successful candidate will have a special interest in high risk obstetrics and fetal surveillance, with the skills to perform growth scans and Doppler assessments for small for gestational age babies. They will provide cross-site leadership as the Obstetric Fetal Monitoring Lead, supporting training, compliance and quality improvement across Musgrove Park and Yeovil District Hospitals. This is an obstetrics-only role with no gynaecology commitments, offering the opportunity to work within a collaborative team delivering near tertiary level care in a district general hospital setting.
Interviews are likely to be held on 20 April 2026; full details will be released to shortlisted candidates. Informal approaches are welcome. Please contact Zillah Morris (zillah.morris@somersetft.nhs.uk) to arrange a discussion and/or visit.
Main duties of the job
* Provide high-quality obstetric care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
* Lead fetal monitoring across both hospital sites, supporting training, compliance and service development.
* Perform fetal growth scans and Doppler assessments for SGA and growth-restricted babies.
* Run a weekly scan clinic and a fortnightly high-risk antenatal clinic (e.g., pre-term birth, gestational diabetes, maternal medicine, epilepsy).
* Cover elective caesarean section lists and triage sessions.
* Participate in the obstetric-only on-call rota (1:12), including twice-daily consultant-led ward rounds.
* Supervise and support junior doctors, contributing to teaching and appraisal.
* Engage in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to research and service innovation.
* Supervise the education of doctors in training and in postgraduate roles; participate in audit, annual appraisals, and related activities.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a range of benefits to support professional and personal life, including:
* Flexible working options to help balance work and life
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
* Generous annual leave allowance for rest and recharge
* Career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
You will gain access to our Blue Light Card with exclusive discounts and NHS-specific perks. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers idyllic countryside, natural beauty, coastlines, and proximity to cities such as Bristol, Bath, Exeter, and London. The region has excellent educational facilities and comparatively affordable housing. Relocation support is available (subject to eligibility).
Relocation and other benefits are subject to eligibility.
Details
Date posted: 12 March 2026
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA
Person Specification
Qualifications – Essential
* Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
* Specialist registration (or within 6 months of applying)
* MBBS or equivalent medical degree
* MRCOG or equivalent specialist qualification
* Relevant CCT in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (or within 6 months of applying)
Desirable
* MSc or equivalent higher qualification
* SITIM or equivalent in maternal medicine or high-risk fetal care
* Higher qualification in medical education
Experience – Essential
* Depth and breadth of clinical experience in obstetrics
* Experience in a special interest that complements department offerings
Experience – Desirable
* Experience in labour ward leadership or advanced labour ward practice
Additional Criteria – Essential
* Experience in a special interest that complements existing work
* Experience in high-risk obstetrics and managing pregnancies with pre-existing medical conditions
* Competence in fetal growth scanning and Doppler assessments
* Ability to work without direct supervision where appropriate
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
Certificate of Sponsorship and UK Registration
Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For information see the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.
Employer details
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA
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