Locum Consultant Gynae-oncologistThe closing date is 26 July 2026Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity for a 12 month Locum Consultant Gynae Oncologist to join a team of 32 Consultants that provide care within the Directorate of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
The post-holder will be required to provide the full range of surgical Gynaecological Oncology cover including, diagnostics and major surgical procedures including robotic surgery for patients on a cancer pathway working in collaboration with existing consultants and within the multi-disciplinary team. This post is an interim post with the potential of becoming a substantive post.
This post is based at University Hospital of North Midlands. Clinical Duties will be across both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital Sites. The post holder will have a total of 9.949PAs per week. The post holder will participate in a 1:12 gynae on call weekday and weekend rota.
The post holder will provide continuing responsibility for patients in their charge and will work within a team-based structure to support care across both hospital sites. He / She will be a member of the relevant divisional, trust and regional committees. He / She will also be expected to participate in the immediate management functions and strategic planning of the Division and Trusts on both sites.
Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will be required to provide the full range of surgical Gynaecological Oncology cover including, diagnostics and major surgical procedures including robotic surgery for patients on a cancer pathway working in collaboration with existing consultants and within the multi-disciplinary team. This post is an interim post with the potential of becoming a substantive post.
This post is based at University Hospital of North Midlands. Clinical Duties will be across both the Royal Stoke and County Hospital Sites. The post holder will have a total of 9.949PAs per week. The post holder will participate in a 1:12 on call weekday and weekend rota.
The post holder will provide continuing responsibility for patients in their charge and will work within a team-based structure to support care across both hospital sites.
About usUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands has two sites: Royal Stoke University Hospital, located in Stoke-on-Trent, and County Hospital, located in Stafford. From these hospitals we provide a full range of general acute hospital services for people living in and around Staffordshire and beyond. The Trust also provides specialised services for three million people in a wider area, including neighbouring counties and North Wales.
Our specialised services include cancer diagnosis and treatment, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, renal and dialysis services, neonatal intensive care and paediatric intensive care. We are recognised for our particular expertise in trauma, respiratory conditions, spinal surgery, upper gastro-intestinal surgery, complex orthopaedic surgery, laparoscopic surgery and the management of liver conditions. The Trust has some of the most modern operating theatres in Europe.
DetailsDate posted: 10 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year pa
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 205-8018506
Job locations: Maternity Centre, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Job descriptionA detailed job description and the main responsibilities can be found attached within the supporting documents section.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Full GMC Registration
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- CCT or equivalent
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry via CCT within 6 months of date of the AAC
- Completed RCOG Subspecialty training in Gynaecological Oncology or equivalent
- Recent Experience in working in an UK based hospitals in a Gynaecology oncology sub-specialty post.
Desirable- Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD, PhD, FRCS)
- BSCCP accreditation
Professional and Multidisciplinary Team WorkingEssential- Ability to work effectively with colleagues and within a team.
- Attendance at MDT meetings
- Evidence of team leadership
Academic Achievements, Research, PublicationsEssential- Experience in research including recruitment to clinical trials
- Willing to participate in audit programmes
Desirable- Evidence of continuing research
Clinical Experience & TrainingEssential- Proficiency in all aspects of laparoscopic surgery relevant to gynaecological oncology. Should be able to perform laparoscopic Wertheim's operation
- Experience in radical and supra-radical surgery for ovarian cancer, including upper abdominal peritoneal stripping
- Evidence to allow accreditation as a Consultant Clinical Supervisor for trainee doctors with the GMC
- Proficiency in performing robotic procedures, including simple and radical hysterectomy and pelvic lymphadenectomy.
- Robotic proctor/trainer with certification.
- Experience in sentinel node sampling in vulval and endometrial cancer
Personal Attributes and CircumstancesEssential- Ability to work under pressure, and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to work flexibly
- Ability and means to meet the travel requirements of the post
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 detailsEmployer name: University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address: Maternity Centre, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Clinical Director Manjula Annappa, Manjula.Annappa@uhnm.nhs.uk, 01782679310
