Job summary
Applicants are invited for the above post to commence as soon as possible.
This post is 12 month fixed term post to cover an average 48 hours per week. This includes the elective and emergency duties in a shift system roster. There is potentially scope to extend the contract beyond the twelve months. Part-time applications will also be considered.
This vacancy is likely to close early due to a high number of applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Clinical Fellow will operate within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, supported by a senior workforce comprising registrars, Specialty and Associate Specialist (SAS) doctors, and consultants. The role will be situated within the Directorate of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, with the post holder reporting directly to a designated supervisory consultant. In exceptional cases, the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties in response to emergencies or unforeseen circumstances.
Applicants must have successfully completed Foundation Training and possess prior clinical experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
About us
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust provide services across the north west side of the Greater Manchester area ranging from hospital services in Bolton to community services across Bolton, Salford, Ashton, Leigh and Wigan. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity. We have recently been given a CQC rating of Good. Over 5,700 people work for the Trust and many of them have been here a long time. People find they don't need to go elsewhere to find a fulfilling career in healthcare.
The Family Division aims to deliver the highest standards of care for maternity, sexual health, gynaecology and a range of acute and community children's services. The Division is a Centre of Excellence for Women's and Children's services and has a credible and enviable reputation. We deliver over 6,000 babies and carry around 1500 gynaecological procedures each year, making us a specialist provider of health services for women, babies and their families in the North West Sector of Manchester and beyond.
Details
Date posted
05 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£65,048 a year pa. Out of hours enhancements to be calculated on recruitment.
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
241-59FD-M&D-26
Job locations
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Farnworth, Bolton
BL4 0JR
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities are comparable to those assigned to CT3-5 grades. Obstetric duties encompass dedicated labour ward sessions, management of Obstetric Triage, participation in antenatal clinics, provision of postnatal ward coverage, and assistance during Caesarean sections, both elective and emergency. Gynaecological responsibilities include on-call duties, coverage of the Early Pregnancy Unit, ward management, attendance at outpatient clinics, and assistance in the operating theatre.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities are comparable to those assigned to CT3-5 grades. Obstetric duties encompass dedicated labour ward sessions, management of Obstetric Triage, participation in antenatal clinics, provision of postnatal ward coverage, and assistance during Caesarean sections, both elective and emergency. Gynaecological responsibilities include on-call duties, coverage of the Early Pregnancy Unit, ward management, attendance at outpatient clinics, and assistance in the operating theatre.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of clinical competencies eg logbook appropriate for their stage in training: Independently perform: 1)Operative non-rotational vaginal deliveries - both forceps and ventouse
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Ability to work within the Maternity & Women's Health Department and liaise with professional colleagues. Able to manage and motivate staff. Able to be an effective member of a team. Able to work and relate to staff in other disciplines. Able to manage change and to organise development. Able to learn and teach. Articulate well and be professional and courteous.
Desirable
* Assertiveness. Ability to cope under stress. Maintain interest in teaching and research.
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
* MBChB or equivalent.
* MRCOG part 1 or equivalent.
* Full registration with General Medical Council
Desirable
* Full MRCOG or equivalent
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Clear understanding of clinical governance. Experience of audit participation
Probity/Maintaining Trust
Essential
* Be honest and open and act with integrity. You are personally responsible for your professional practice and should be able to justify your actions. You do not discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues. Satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of clinical competencies eg logbook appropriate for their stage in training: Independently perform: 1)Operative non-rotational vaginal deliveries - both forceps and ventouse
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Ability to work within the Maternity & Women's Health Department and liaise with professional colleagues. Able to manage and motivate staff. Able to be an effective member of a team. Able to work and relate to staff in other disciplines. Able to manage change and to organise development. Able to learn and teach. Articulate well and be professional and courteous.
Desirable
* Assertiveness. Ability to cope under stress. Maintain interest in teaching and research.
Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
* MBChB or equivalent.
* MRCOG part 1 or equivalent.
* Full registration with General Medical Council
Desirable
* Full MRCOG or equivalent
Clinical Governance
Essential
* Clear understanding of clinical governance. Experience of audit participation
Probity/Maintaining Trust
Essential
* Be honest and open and act with integrity. You are personally responsible for your professional practice and should be able to justify your actions. You do not discriminate unfairly against patients or colleagues. Satisfactory pre-employment checks.
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
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Farnworth, Bolton
BL4 0JR
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Employer details
Employer name
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Bolton Hospital
Minerva Road
Farnworth, Bolton
BL4 0JR
Employer's website
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