Job summary
This post is a permanent consultant post.
An office base with administrative support will be provided.
This post will involve working within the varying opening hours of the service including some early mornings, evening clinics and a Saturday morning clinic in Reading or Thatcham on a rotation. Time in lieu will be given for working Saturday clinics.
The base clinic will be at the Royal Berkshire Hospital site (21a Craven Road, Reading) but the appointee will need to work flexibly across the satellite locations also. The location of clinics may be changed in the future. The opening hours of the service are continually reviewed and may be changed in the future.
This post is outpatient-based but will also include providing expert advice to inpatient teams and reviews of inpatients on an ad hoc basis.
The appointee will have active involvement in education, teaching and research. The appointee will be the named Lead for Oxford, Brunel and Southampton medical students within the department.
They will have the pre-requisite leadership, management and team working skills to play an active part in leadership and service development.
Applicants should have full General Medical Council (GMC) Registration with a current licence to practice. They should have obtained CCT in Genito-Urinary Medicine, or expect to obtain within 6 months of the interview date.
Please note the simulation date is the 13th May 2026 and the interview date is the 20th May 2026
Main duties of the job
To provide care for patients attending integrated sexual health appointments and walk-in sessions.
To contribute to the 'Doctor of the day' (DOD) rota and provide an advisory role within clinic, including support for nursing and resident doctor colleagues.
To provide training and supervision of medical students and postgraduate trainees.
To provide, with colleagues, expert advice and decision making within multidisciplinary team meetings for HIV, genito-urinary medicine (GUM) and safeguarding.
To provide care for patients in specialist/complex clinics, including: HIV, complex GUM and genital dermatology.
To provide review of patients in inpatient settings and expert advice to other medical specialities.
Provision of cover for colleagues' periods of leave and flexible working as required.
About us
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Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
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.
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Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£109,725 to £145,478 a year 0
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
193-CON241NCG
Job locations
The Florey Clinic
21A Craven Road,
Reading
RG1 5AN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
To provide care for patients attending integrated sexual health appointments and walk-in sessions.
To contribute to the Doctor of the day (DOD) rota and provide an advisory role within clinic, including support for nursing and resident doctor colleagues.
To provide training and supervision of medical students and postgraduate trainees.
To provide, with colleagues, expert advice and decision making within multidisciplinary team meetings for HIV, genito-urinary medicine (GUM) and safeguarding.
To provide care for patients in specialist/complex clinics, including: HIV, complex GUM and genital dermatology.
To provide review of patients in inpatient settings and expert advice to other medical specialities.
Provision of cover for colleagues periods of leave and flexible working as required.
Leadership responsibilities:
Active participation in clinical governance meetings within the department.
Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Sexual Health and HIV service.
Participating in service development and quality improvement activities.
As and when appropriate, to take on defined leadership roles within the department as agreed with the clinical leads as part of job planning. Examples include but are not limited to Clinical Governance Lead and Audit Lead.
Education and Training:
To become the Undergraduate/medical student lead within the department (to encompass Southampton, Oxford and Brunel medical students) including overseeing placements, training and assessments.
Play an active role in the education and supervision of resident doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
To provide care for patients attending integrated sexual health appointments and walk-in sessions.
To contribute to the Doctor of the day (DOD) rota and provide an advisory role within clinic, including support for nursing and resident doctor colleagues.
To provide training and supervision of medical students and postgraduate trainees.
To provide, with colleagues, expert advice and decision making within multidisciplinary team meetings for HIV, genito-urinary medicine (GUM) and safeguarding.
To provide care for patients in specialist/complex clinics, including: HIV, complex GUM and genital dermatology.
To provide review of patients in inpatient settings and expert advice to other medical specialities.
Provision of cover for colleagues periods of leave and flexible working as required.
Leadership responsibilities:
Active participation in clinical governance meetings within the department.
Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the Sexual Health and HIV service.
Participating in service development and quality improvement activities.
As and when appropriate, to take on defined leadership roles within the department as agreed with the clinical leads as part of job planning. Examples include but are not limited to Clinical Governance Lead and Audit Lead.
Education and Training:
To become the Undergraduate/medical student lead within the department (to encompass Southampton, Oxford and Brunel medical students) including overseeing placements, training and assessments.
Play an active role in the education and supervision of resident doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* Full registration with the GMC with license of practice
* Holds CCT in Genito-urinary Medicine or is within 6 months of gaining CCT at interview date
* MRCP (UK) or equivalent
* Diploma in Genitourinary Medicine
* Diploma in HIV Medicine
Desirable
* FSRH Diploma (DFSRH)
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Fully trained in Sexual Health and HIV medicine
* Experience of complex outpatient HIV care
* Experience of genital dermatology care and complex GUM
* Ability to make clinical decisions at consultant level
* Experience of inpatient HIV care
* Experience of managing vulnerable populations within an MDT
Audit Management & IT
Essential
* Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
* Undertake audits and present data as required
* Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database
Desirable
* Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce
Research, Teaching Skill & Experience
Essential
* Evidence of providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable
* Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals
* Higher research degree or qualification (e.g. Masters, PhD etc)
* Completion of a formal training/teaching skills course
* Formal educational qualification or certification
* Evidence of previous educational leadership role for undergraduate or postgraduate students/trainees
* Evidence of previous leadership and/or management roles within a clinical or academic department
Patient Experience
Essential
* 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
* Respect diversity and is non-judgemental towards sexual orientations and gender identities in patients and team members.
Personal Qualities
Essential
* 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 multi-disciplinary team, understanding each other's unique role
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* Full registration with the GMC with license of practice
* Holds CCT in Genito-urinary Medicine or is within 6 months of gaining CCT at interview date
* MRCP (UK) or equivalent
* Diploma in Genitourinary Medicine
* Diploma in HIV Medicine
Desirable
* FSRH Diploma (DFSRH)
Clinical Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
* Fully trained in Sexual Health and HIV medicine
* Experience of complex outpatient HIV care
* Experience of genital dermatology care and complex GUM
* Ability to make clinical decisions at consultant level
* Experience of inpatient HIV care
* Experience of managing vulnerable populations within an MDT
Audit Management & IT
Essential
* Ability to work within clinical governance guidelines
* Undertake audits and present data as required
* Good IT skills, use of patient and hospital database
Desirable
* Evidence of clinical leadership role demonstrating accountability for quality of care, financial controls and efficient management of workforce
Research, Teaching Skill & Experience
Essential
* Evidence of providing good teaching and supervision to trainees
Desirable
* Track record of publications in peer reviewed journals
* Higher research degree or qualification (e.g. Masters, PhD etc)
* Completion of a formal training/teaching skills course
* Formal educational qualification or certification
* Evidence of previous educational leadership role for undergraduate or postgraduate students/trainees
* Evidence of previous leadership and/or management roles within a clinical or academic department
Patient Experience
Essential
* 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
* Respect diversity and is non-judgemental towards sexual orientations and gender identities in patients and team members.
Personal Qualities
Essential
* 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 multi-disciplinary team, understanding each other's unique role
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Florey Clinic
21A Craven Road,
Reading
RG1 5AN
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Florey Clinic
21A Craven Road,
Reading
RG1 5AN
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