University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
CONSULTANT IN OBSTETRICS – FETAL MEDICINE
The closing date is 20 February 2026
Applications are invited for a full‑time substantive Specialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine Consultant
As a surgical, cardiac, and genetic referral centre, UHL delivers specialist multidisciplinary care for pregnancies complicated by fetal or maternal medical conditions, as well as for women at high risk of massive haemorrhage. UHL is recognised as the regional host for abnormally invasive placenta service (AIP).
The unit, led by subspecialist consultants, provides training opportunities for clinical fellows. In addition to serving the local population, the Centre receives referrals from seven regional hospitals, managing complex cases involving fetal medicine, fetal surgery, and fetal cardiac malformations as part of the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre. The department supports and provides Fetal Medicine Service in Kettering through weekly sessions. The fetal medicine team plans to further expand its services with the development of in‑utero surgical services, which are currently referred to Birmingham Women’s Hospital.
The Fetal Medicine Service is currently delivered by six consultants.
The Maternal Medicine Centre provides care for women with complex medical needs from both the local population and referring hospitals. It hosts highly specialised weekly clinics covering diabetes, hypertension, haematology, cardiology, nephrology, HIV, perinatal mental health, drug misuse and preterm birth prevention. The team also includes a dedicated adult cardiologist.
Main duties of the job
The department is looking for a dynamic and energetic Obstetrician with a subspecialty training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine to join the Fetal and Maternal Medicine Team, to provide a comprehensive tertiary level service to patients at University Hospitals of Leicester, NHS Trust (UHL).
To provide tertiary‑level fetal medicine service at UHL.
To support the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC) fetal cardiac service.
To support the Fetal Medicine service at Kettering.
To contribute to the Maternal Medicine clinics at LRI and LGH.
To participate in the Maternity Assessment Units at LRI & LGH and the obstetric on‑call rota as directed by Head of Service for Obstetrics.
Supervise and train junior medical staff.
To perform elective obstetric lists and ward rounds and to provide prospective cover for these.
Undertake sessions on the Delivery Suite i.e. participate in the hot week, and work closely with mid‑wifery and other colleagues to engender a supportive and mutually respectful atmosphere.
Take part in multidisciplinary case discussions and care planning.
Teaching, complaint and incident management and administration.
To be involved in appraising and assessing juniors.
To contribute to research activities at UHL. To actively participate in both departmental and Trust matters concerning Clinical Governance and audit.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023‑2030).
We have four primary goals:
* high‑quality care for all
* being a great place to work
* partnerships for impact
* research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do – taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
* we are compassionate
* we are proud
* we are inclusive
* we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work‑for‑us/current‑vacancies/
Job responsibilities
The job plan will be subject to annual review, with any revisions sought by mutual agreement but it is expected that the successful candidate will work with the CMG management team to ensure that services are delivered efficiently and reflect best practice with processes and governance to match – this may require new and flexible ways of working in the future.
The job plan runs over a nine‑week period and consists of 2 types of working week:
Hot Week Delivery Suite Cover
Core job plan
Hot Week Timetable (5.2 weeks per annum)
Monday to Friday 8am to 5.30pm: 2.375 PA DCC
As this recurs every 9 weeks, the hot week is equivalent to 1.64 PA which includes Prospective Cover
The hot week includes delivery suite ward rounds and intrapartum care, but not ward rounds on the antenatal wards or maternity assessment unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
* MB BS or Equivalent
* Full GMC Registration
* MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
* Relevant CCT or equivalent (‘equivalence’ must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
* Sub‑speciality training in Maternal and Fetal Medicine or eligibility for
* Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
Job related special skills
* Offer expert clinical opinion on a range of problems in high‑risk Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine
* To have experience in the management and counselling of patients referred with fetal anomalies at a tertiary level.
* Ability to carry out invasive procedures.
* To participate in the on‑call rota.
* Active involvement in audits and research
Experience / Clinical Skills
* Fully trained in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
* Clinical Knowledge and Expertise: Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence‑based practice
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
* Willingness to develop skills and experience in areas of interest
* Delivery of good acute clinical care
Communication
* Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues.
* To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding
* Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
* Highly developed emotional intelligence
* High standard of presentation both written and verbal
* Demonstrable track record of successful change management
* Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Management
* Awareness of Service Development issues
* Evidence of management and administration experience
* Management training on an accredited course
Personal Attributes
* Good leadership skills communicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies oEmpathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others' perspectives; caring approach to patients.
* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
* Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure
* Good organisational and management skills
* Supportive and tolerant
* Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
* Caring attitude to patients
* Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital
* communicate effectively (written and oral) with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
* oEmpathy and sensitivity: Ability to listen and take in others' perspectives; caring approach to patients.
* oATSM Labour Ward Lead
Teaching
* Experience of, and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates
* Enthusiastic and ability to inspire others
* Post graduate qualification or ATSM in medical education
* Appraisal and assessment skills
Motivation
* Personal integrity and reliability.
* Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non‑medical staff
* Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
Audit/ Quality Improvement
* Experience in and commitment to medical audit
* Completion of formal courses in audit
* Published audit
Research
* Understanding and interest in research.
* Evidence of recent research and development activity
* Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer‑reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the speciality
Equality & Diversity
* oAble to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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.
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
£109,725 to £145,478 a year dependent on experience
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