Job summary
We are in the process of recruiting a fixed term Locum Consultant to join our existing team with full time commitment in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. We are particularly seeking a colleague with special interest in Gynaecology Oncology, in addition to a broad range of generic skills in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Main duties of the job
The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team is essential. Applicants must be both flexible in their approach and be ready to meet the challenges presented by the evolving health service changes in North Wales.

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all aspects of work including outpatient clinic sessions in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, labour ward and gynaecology operating theatre lists in addition to the hybrid resident/ non-resident on-call rota. At present all Consultants participate in twilight cover as resident on call.

Consultants are expected to be physically on site while providing labour ward cover during working hours. The Consultant will not provide any other cover e.g., ANC or GOPD while covering Labour ward.

The post holder will be expected to show a commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training, and a qualification in medical education would be desirable, in addition to the special interests

About us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff.

BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services for the population of North Wales, across 3 acute hospitals and a network of communityhospitals, healthcentres, clinics, and mental health units. It alsoco-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region.

The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying.

Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• MRCOG or equivalent appropriate specialist registration

Desirable

• GMC Specialist Registration in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Gynae Oncology ATSM/ITSM or equivalent
• Colposcopy ATSM/ITSM accreditation
• Additional relevant degree

Clinical Experience and Training
Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general Obstetrics and Gynaecology equivalent to that required for UK CCST
• Appropriate level of experience in training grade posts at SpR, SR, ST grade
• Completed ATSM/SITMs appropriate to the post

Desirable

• Appropriate level of training and experience leading to accreditation for GMC Specialist Registration
• Additional clinical experience/ training required for the role

Leadership and Management
Essential

• Proven engagement in management activities
• Evidence of effective service development
• Experience of supervising staff

Desirable

• Qualification/ evidence of management and administration experience
• Teaching qualification

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good organisational skills
• Excellent management skills
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work flexibly and able to adapt to the changing needs of the service

Desirable

• Ability to network with other Services and colleagues

Additional Requirements
Essential

• Aligns own values with those of the Health Board
• Caring attitude towards patients
• Supportive attitude
• Ability to travel to meets the needs of the service
• Ability to be on site within 30 minutes

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn the Welsh language

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).

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.

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address: Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Service Manager
Nerys W Jones
Nerys.W.Jones@wales.nhs.uk
03000841228

Details
Date posted: 26 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £125,509 a year
Per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 050-YG-O&G(ONC)-0826-L
Job locations: Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PW, United Kingdom

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