Job summaryThe post is based at North Devon District Hospital, part of Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Our North Devon Obstetrics and Gynaecology service is a close-knit team of eight consultants in Barnstaple, with resident doctor staff including GP trainees, Foundation doctors, SAS and MTI doctors, supported by the senior Perinatal Leadership Team, Clinical Matrons, and an experienced Operational Management team.
All obstetric and gynaecology services are delivered on the main Barnstaple hospital site with immediate access to laboratories, ICU, and other specialties. Facilities include the Ladywell Unit with a six-bedded Labour Ward, Bassett Ward for antenatal/postnatal care, a Level 1 Special Care Baby Unit, dedicated obstetric and gynaecology theatres, and Petter Ward for day cases. There will also be the opportunity to travel to Royal Devon and Exeter hospital for the development and optimisation of skills.
Main duties of the jobFor more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About usStretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
DetailsDate posted: 27 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £67,325 to £67,998 a year pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 185-583-14095
Job locations: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesFor more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the roleRoyal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a unique organisation with integrated acute and community services across North and East Devon. The acute hospital in the North provides a full complement of secondary care services for the local population, including emergency care, cancer services, and maternity and paediatric services. It is a designated Eye, Trauma and Cancer Unit.
The posts are offered on a whole-time basis. Suitably qualified applicants who are unable to work full-time for personal reasons will be considered. The Trust is committed to flexible working arrangements, including job sharing. Such arrangements will be discussed with any shortlisted candidates on a personal basis.
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Ms Annabel Kemp, Lead Clinician for Gynaecology or Ms Ashley May, Lead Clinician for Obstetrics via rduh.wchcaregroup@nhs.net
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and
Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.BenefitsWe will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefitYou'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person SpecificationGeneral RequirementsEssential- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Desirable- See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Employer detailsEmployer name: Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Recruiter, Royal Devon NHS Recruitment Team, rduh.recruitment@nhs.net, 01392403642
