Senior Clinical Fellow in Maternal and Fetal Medicine

We are an award winning organisation providing care at two main hospital sites- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital and a number of community-based services across London, such as sexual health and HIV clinics.

With 6,700 members of staff, we are proud to care for a diverse population of one million people. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is just as diverse with a strong mix of skills and abilities.

Our staff are at the very heart of our organisation and we recognise the valuable contribution that each and every person working at the Trust makes. One of our Trust priorities is to be an employer of choice-a place where people want to start their career and to grow with us through continued education, professional development and support .

Senior Clinical Fellow in Maternal and Fetal Medicine

NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow

Main area Obs and Gynae Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow Contract Fixed term: 1 year (12 months) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 289-SC-468

Site Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Town London Salary £41,750 - £69,976 Per annum plus London Weighting Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

Applications are invited for a newly RCOG accredited subspecialty training programme in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. The post offers high quality comprehensive training in all aspects of Maternal-Fetal medicine at Chelsea & Westminster/West Middlesex University and King’s College Hospitals. The training program is modular, and covers all aspects of the RCOG syllabus in Maternal-Fetal medicine. The successful applicant will take part in the general obstetrics and gynaecology on-call rota.

Candidates must have completed training to at least ST5 level. The programme is over 2 year’s whole time equivalent, if the trainee is research exempt at the time of registering for subspecialty training, and over three years, if the trainee has not achieved research exemption at the time of registration. Training is undertaken as a series of modules and each module covers a particular aspect of the MFM curriculum ensuring that all training opportunities are covered.

To discuss the position or arrange an informal visit please contact Professor Makrina Savvidou, Consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine Lead for Fetal Medicine, Chelsea & Westminster ( m.savvidou@nhs.net ) and Miss Joanna Girling, Lead for Maternal Medicine, West Middlesex University Hospital (joanna.girling@nhs.net). Candidates are advised to read the job description, which includes the selection criteria and details on how to apply.

Main duties of the job

This post would be suitable for any trainee who has successfully completed ST5 or equivalent or is post-CCT. Previous experience in Maternal-Fetal Medicine would be advantageous but is not essential. Trainees must have MRCOG or equivalent. The appointee will be expected to register with the Subspecialty training programme at the RCOG. The appointee will have a named educational supervisor. Annual leave and study leave is commensurate with other post foundation doctors. The aim of this post is to equip the post-holder with the necessary clinical skills to become a recognised subspecialist in Maternal and Fetal Medicine.

The core programme includes 4 to 5 sessions per week on the Fetal Medicine unit for training in ultrasound and performing invasive procedures. A further session is allocated to the weekly Fetal Medicine case review meeting and for research seminars. Maternal medicine training consists of weekly, whole day, multidisciplinary Obstetric Medicine clinics, a weekly diabetic antenatal clinic (6 months), a cardiac antenatal clinic and other specialist antenatal clinics (neurology, haematology, hepatology, rheumatology and infectious diseases).

Working for our organisation

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Monday

(C&WH)

Tuesday

(C&WH)

Thursday

(WMUH)

Friday (WMUH/C&WH)

AM

Fetal Med (1:1) for 12 months then Maternal Med (1:1)

Fetal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1) for 6 months at WMUH then Fetal Med (1:1)

PM

Fetal Med (1:1)

Fetal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1)

Research/Meetings/

Admin (1:1)

Evening

LW (1:3-4)

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. The specific structure of the training programme will be tailored to the individual’s needs. Performance will be monitored against set objectives.

All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

• GMC registration
• MBBS (or equivalent)
• MCGOG
• National training number

Experience

• Completion of at least 5 years of Specialty Training (ST) in O&G (or equivalent
• Completion of the RCOG Intermediate Ultrasound Module in Normal Fetal Anatomy or equivalent
• Experience in Maternal Medicine

Personal Qualities

• Research experience, presentations, publications
• MD, PhD or equivalent

Skills and knowledge

• Solid Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Experience of Clinical Audit
• IT proficiency including, email, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Good organisational skills
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork skills
• Emotional maturity and willingness to seek help from senior

Important

• There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date, this will be due to a high volume of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly (and your junk folder) as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.
• We operate a joint recruitment hub across the North West London Acute Provider Collaborative Group. As part of this, your application and personal data may be shared with partner trusts within the group for recruitment and workforce purposes, in line with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Right to work

If you need sponsorship to work in the UK, please visit the Home Office website for information on sponsorship and visa status before you fill in your application form. Due to recent changes in the UK immigration rules which affect Skilled Worker Visas, Global Business Mobility, Higher Skill Level and Increased Salary Thresholds, please ensure that you are able to meet the requirements to live and work in the UK before applying. Further information about eligibility is available on UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

The recruitment team are available to provide support from 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri. To contact the team please call the Trust switchboard and ask for ‘Recruitment team, Human Resources Department’.

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