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Job summary

Main area
Gynaecological Oncology
Grade
NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant
Contract
12 months (Fixed term until September 2027)
Hours
Full time - 10 sessions per week (1.0 + 3% on-call supplement)
Job ref
387-WC7767-KL
Employer
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
St Michaels Hospital
Town
Bristol
Salary
£113,565 - £150,569 pa pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/08/2026 23:59

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Locum Consultant on Gynaecological Oncology

NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant

As part of the transition to a Group Clinical Services structure within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, there is an increased expectation of cross-site working.

Although roles will have a designated base, post holders are likely to be required to work across multiple Trust sites in line with service needs. Where this is not included in the initial job plan, any future requirement arising from the departmental restructures will be addressed through the job planning process. Travel time will be taken into consideration in line with contractual expectations.

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

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Job overview

The appointment is for a 12-month fixed term locum 10 PA Consultant in Gynaecological Oncology.  The post is based at St Michael’s Hospital with a day a  week running a specialist gynaecological oncology outreach clinic at Weston  General Hospital.  


The appointee will be an experienced Gynaecological Oncology clinician who will  have completed sub-specialty training in Gynaecological Oncology. Additional 
ATSMs complementary to the existing department would be welcomed. The successful candidate will be expected to participate as a full team member of the tertiary Gynaecological Oncology team. Experience in HIPEC would be desirable. 

The post holder will be expected to participate in emergency ‘hot week’ cover, and there is a non-resident (1 in 14) on call covering Gynaecology only.

Closing date for applications is: 9 August 2026 
Date for interview will be: TBC 

Main duties of the job

The gynaecological oncology service undertakes approximately 520 new and 2,200 follow-up appointments per year, which are delivered by the multi-disciplinary team including consultants, sub-specialty trainee and clinical fellow, and clinical nurse specialists. Approximately 450 surgical procedures per year are undertaken, including robotic surgery, patients receiving HIPEC therapy, and major exenterative surgery.  Overall, the Gynaecology Department completes over 30,000 outpatient appointments and 3,200 elective surgical procedures each year. 
The post-holder’s job plan is made up of 8.5 direct clinical care (DCC) PA and 1. 5 core supporting professional activity (SPA).  

DCC includes: 
• operating lists 
• clinics 
• MDT 
• pre-operative planning meetings 
• ward rounds 
• general gynaecology hot week cover 
• an on-call commitment covering gynaecology only

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

 

  • Better outcomes for our Patients
  • More opportunities for our People
  • Fairer more consistent care for our Population
  • Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

  • Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
  • We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
  • More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
  • Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
  • Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
  • We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
  • Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
  • We will contribute to system financial balance

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

 For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Informal enquiries to:

Dr Claire Newton, Consultant Gynae-oncologist and Clinical Director

[email protected]

 

Dr Axel Walther, Consultant in Clinical Oncology and Gynaecological Oncology Lead

[email protected]

 

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential criteria
  • Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) or Eligible for specialist registration in obstetrics and gynaecology within six months of interview
Desirable criteria
  • Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Gynaecology
  • Subspecialty training in Gynaecology Oncology
  • Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential criteria
  • Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
  • Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable criteria
  • Broad range of IT skills
  • HIPEC experience desirable

Clinical Governance and Audit

Essential criteria
  • Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
  • Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
  • Positive approach to evidence-based practice
  • Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

Research

Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of the principles involved in research
  • Evidence of active involvement in research
  • Evidence of peer review research papers
  • Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of involvement in the leadership of research
  • A national profile in gynaecological oncology research

Teaching and Training

Essential criteria
  • Experience of teaching medical students.
  • Experience of supervising trainees. Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Desirable criteria
  • Formal teaching qualification

Management & Leadership

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
  • Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
  • Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
  • Ability to practice independently as a consultant
  • Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
  • Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable criteria
  • Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
  • Management experience

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
  • Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
  • Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
  • Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential criteria
  • Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
  • Awareness of personal limitations
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Other

Essential criteria
  • Meets professional health requirements
  • Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Claire Newton
Job title
Consultant Gynae-oncologist and Clinical Director
Email address
[email protected]
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