Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.



This is a FIXED TERM 12 months Contract with the position commencing in the month of August 2025.



Please see below for detailed job description of the role.



We are looking for a skilled, committed and enthusiastic colleague to join our gynae-oncology centre. Our gynaecology oncology services have seen significant positive developments in recent years, thanks in part to constant trust- and executive-level support for our department.



We have recently moved into a purpose-built, modern, integrated operating theatre at University Hospital Southampton and continue to increase our operating capacity. Our HIPEC service for interval ovarian cytoreductive surgery is well-established and a robotic programme is in the pipeline.



As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.



We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.



Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job summary:

1. To gain relevant clinical experience in all aspects of the speciality of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

2. To deliver care in general obstetrics and gynaecology, including out of hours commitment (obs and gynae registrar rota).

3. Working alongside the established gynaecological oncology team to deliver outstanding care for our patients

4. Development of surgical gynaecology-oncology skills

5. Inpatient and outpatient management of gynaecological oncology patients

6. Participate in colposcopy, outpatient hysteroscopy/rapid access clinics



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).



Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process.



Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular.

Basic salary detailed below plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)



Basic Salary - MT04 65,048 | Basic Salary - MT05 73,992



Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5;

Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee)

Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role.



Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible.

Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.

Interviews will be held on:

21st August 2025

Job Reference; 188-MC60625

This vacancy closes on or before:

4th August 2025