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Posted 12 August, 2026

Consultant Obs & Gynae (interest in Benign Gynae & Early Pregnancy)

National Health Service
Peterborough, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a specialist interest in Early Pregnancy and Maternal Medicine.Based primarily at Peterborough City Hospital, you will become part of a dynamic and supportive consultant team delivering high-quality care to a diverse and growing population. The role offers the opportunity to develop your specialist interests while contributing to a busy general obstetrics and gynaecology service, with involvement in early pregnancy, emergency gynaecology and maternal medicine.If you are looking for a role that combines clinical excellence, leadership opportunities and the chance to shape and develop services within a growing Trust, we would love to hear from you.Main duties of the jobAs a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with an interest in Early Pregnancy and Maternal Medicine, you will provide high-quality, consultant-led care across obstetrics and gynaecology services, supporting women throughout their pregnancy and gynaecological journey.You will lead specialist early pregnancy services, contribute to maternal medicine pathways, and maintain a broad general obstetrics and gynaecology practice, including emergency and on-call care. The role includes opportunities to develop specialist interests, provide leadership within the department, and contribute to service improvement, clinical governance, teaching, training and research.You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, supporting junior doctors, midwives and allied health professionals while helping to deliver safe, compassionate and evidence-based care for our diverse patient population.About usNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital services to a growing population of approximately 850,000 across Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and the neighbouring counties. Our three acute hospital sites - Peterborough City Hospital, Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford & Rutland Hospital - are supported by a range of community diagnostic and outpatient services.Our maternity services deliver around 6,100 births each year and are recognised for providing high-quality, patient-centred care within modern, well-equipped facilities. Peterborough City Hospital is consistently recognised as a leading training unit and offers a wide range of specialist obstetric and gynaecology services, including dedicated early pregnancy, maternal medicine and fetal medicine pathways.We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop their careers, pursue research and education opportunities, and play an active role in shaping future services. By joining our team, you will work alongside experienced and enthusiastic clinicians who share a passion for delivering the right care, first time, every time.DetailsDate posted21 July 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number176-Mat-8073008Job locationsPeterborough City HospitalPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the Job description attached to find out the main duties for the role of Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with an interest in Early Pregnancy Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the Job description attached to find out the main duties for the role of Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with an interest in Early PregnancyPerson Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialMBBS (or equivalent)MRCOG or equivalentATSM / SITM in Benign GynaecologyCCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within six months of the Appointments Advisory CommitteeFull GMC RegistrationLabour Ward ATSM or equivalence or 'grandfathering'DesirableATSM / SITM in Hysteroscopy or equivalence or grandfatheringATSM / SITM in Early Pregnancy and Emergency Gynaecology Experience and Knowledge EssentialExperience in MDT team working, practice and providing leadershipRecent active involvement in practical intrapartum obstetricsAble to perform outpatient hysteroscopy and Gynaecology / Early Pregnancy scanningBroad experience in Obstetrics and GynaecologyAble to perform laparoscopic surgery for ectopic pregnancyDesirableTeaching at post- and undergraduate levels Other EssentialAwareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefsFluent in verbal and written EnglishAbility to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situationsGood previous attendance recordAbility to travel to meet the requirements of the post Academic Achievements EssentialAble to demonstrate successful participation in auditDesirableEvidence of Attendance and presentation at national or international Obstetric and gyne meetingsEvidence of completed and published research Key Skills EssentialAbility to work in a multi-disciplinary teamEffective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication skills with patients and staffExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact, diplomacy, negotiation and persuasion as well as authorityAbility to organize and prioritize own workload and participate in learningCo-ordinate work with other consultantsEnthusiasm about Obstetrics, Early Pregnancy and improving capabilities and patient services within this area Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialMBBS (or equivalent)MRCOG or equivalentATSM / SITM in Benign GynaecologyCCT and/or inclusion on the Specialist Register of GMC or within six months of the Appointments Advisory CommitteeFull GMC RegistrationLabour Ward ATSM or equivalence or 'grandfathering'DesirableATSM / SITM in Hysteroscopy or equivalence or grandfatheringATSM / SITM in Early Pregnancy and Emergency Gynaecology Experience and Knowledge EssentialExperience in MDT team working, practice and providing leadershipRecent active involvement in practical intrapartum obstetricsAble to perform outpatient hysteroscopy and Gynaecology / Early Pregnancy scanningBroad experience in Obstetrics and GynaecologyAble to perform laparoscopic surgery for ectopic pregnancyDesirableTeaching at post- and undergraduate levels Other EssentialAwareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives dignity, privacy, integrity, cultural and religious beliefsFluent in verbal and written EnglishAbility to remain calm and work effectively in pressure situationsGood previous attendance recordAbility to travel to meet the requirements of the post Academic Achievements EssentialAble to demonstrate successful participation in auditDesirableEvidence of Attendance and presentation at national or international Obstetric and gyne meetingsEvidence of completed and published research Key Skills EssentialAbility to work in a multi-disciplinary teamEffective written (including record keeping) and verbal communication skills with patients and staffExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to use tact, diplomacy, negotiation and persuasion as well as authorityAbility to organize and prioritize own workload and participate in learningCo-ordinate work with other consultantsEnthusiasm about Obstetrics, Early Pregnancy and improving capabilities and patient services within this areaDisclosure 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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). Additional information 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressPeterborough City HospitalPeterboroughPE3 9GZUnited KingdomEmployer's website