Job summaryThis a new post and is for a full time Substantive Consultant Gynaecological Oncologist. This post is based in Swansea but some duties may be held in other parts of the Health Board. It is offered on the amended terms of the Consultant Contract.
The post is offered initially on a 10-session contract with on call commitments. The department is willing to consider flexible working arrangements depending on the individual needs of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate must be fully registered with the General Medical Council and should reside within 30 minutes (approx. 10 miles) of their base hospital.
Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work this number of sessions would also be eligible to be considered for the post, and the post is subject to the terms and conditions of service governing the appointment of hospital medical and dental staff in Wales. GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY SERVICE:The Swansea Gynaecological Oncology Centre (SGOC) is based at Singleton Hospital and serves a population of approximately one million patients. A full complement of specialist and supportive services are provided, with surgical and non-surgical oncology teams based at the same site. In addition to Singleton hospital the surgical team provides services at Morriston hospital.
Main duties of the jobFor more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh. About usSwansea Bay University Health Board has responsibility for the health of around 390,000 people in the Neath Port Talbot and Swansea areas, with a budget of around 1 billion and employing 12,500 people.
We are a University Health Board working in partnership with Swansea University, Swansea School of Medicine, the School of Health Science and the Institute of Life Science. The HB has three major hospitals providing a range of services: Morriston and Singleton hospitals in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot hospital in Baglan, Port Talbot.
Mental Health and learning Disabilities services are provided both in hospital settings (Cefn Coed Hospital, Swansea Caswell clinic and Taith Newydd at Glanrhyd Bridgend) and other community settings.
We also have community hospital and primary care resource centres providing clinical services outside the main hospitals.
The Health Board is part of A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH), which is a partnership with Hywel Dda UHB and Swansea University. Aimed at improving the wellbeing and wealth of Southwest Wales. SDetailsDate posted06 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
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114,099 to 166,585 a year
Per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number130-NPTSSG10197S-AJob locationsSingleton HospitalSkettySwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor more details in relation to this post, please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification. These are available bilingually, in both English and Welsh. Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFully Registered with the GMC and licensed to practiceFRCOG (or appropriate specialist qualification in OBGYN)On Specialist Register with GMC or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist RegisterCertificate of completion of sub-specialty training in Gynaecological-oncologyDesirableHigher degree (MD or PhD)?more than two publications in international peer review journals at the time of starting subspecialty trainingTeaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education/Experience as Honorary Lecturer in UK universityColposcopy accreditation with BSCCP
Experience
EssentialEvidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff/Subspecialty fellowsEvidence of initiating, progressing and completing auditEvidence of active participation in gynaecological oncology research including peer reviewed national and international publicationsEvidence of proficiency in surgical management of gynaecological cancers including minimal access surgery including robotic surgery, cytoreductive surgery, bowel surgery and upper abdominal surgeryand all facets of pre and postoperative careDesirableEvidence of extensive work experience in an accredited UK gynaecological oncology centre
Skills & Abilities
EssentialEffective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate/Experience as Gynaecological Oncology Lead and MDT ChairUnderstands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")Understands information systems and technologyDesirableAdvanced IT skills including database management and data handling for the purpose of audit and clinical queries
Personal Attributes
EssentialFlexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacksAbility to undertake on-callA commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical developmentEmpathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individualsDesirableThe ability to innovate and a willingness to try something new, with the aim to improve the service to patientsThe ability to consider, develop and execute service development in all aspects of the patient pathway, including screening, prevention and primary care initiatives
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialFully Registered with the GMC and licensed to practiceFRCOG (or appropriate specialist qualification in OBGYN)On Specialist Register with GMC or eligible for CCT within 6 months of date of interview and have passed exit exam or a statement of eligibility for registration issued by PMETB or a primary medical qualification and recognized specialist qualification from a European Member State which will allow direct entry to the GMC Specialist RegisterCertificate of completion of sub-specialty training in Gynaecological-oncologyDesirableHigher degree (MD or PhD)?more than two publications in international peer review journals at the time of starting subspecialty trainingTeaching qualification/Higher qualification in medical education/Experience as Honorary Lecturer in UK universityColposcopy accreditation with BSCCP
Experience
EssentialEvidence of an ability to develop effective working relationships, on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff ("Working Together")Evidence of working with management and clinical colleagues to improve a service ("Always Improving")Values partnership with other agencies ("Working Together")Evidence of teaching and training of post/undergraduate clinical staff/Subspecialty fellowsEvidence of initiating, progressing and completing auditEvidence of active participation in gynaecological oncology research including peer reviewed national and international publicationsEvidence of proficiency in surgical management of gynaecological cancers including minimal access surgery including robotic surgery, cytoreductive surgery, bowel surgery and upper abdominal surgeryand all facets of pre and postoperative careDesirableEvidence of extensive work experience in an accredited UK gynaecological oncology centre
Skills & Abilities
EssentialEffective leadership; ability to take responsibility and demonstrate leadership when appropriate/Experience as Gynaecological Oncology Lead and MDT ChairUnderstands the importance of effective Team Working with all levels of staff, take time to listen, understand and involve people; receptive to appropriate change ("Working Together")Understands and can apply the principles of Prudent Healthcare ("Caring for each other")Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with patients, colleagues, relatives and staff; communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly ("Caring for each other")Demonstrates learning in Improvement science and methodology, ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service ("Always Improving")Understands information systems and technologyDesirableAdvanced IT skills including database management and data handling for the purpose of audit and clinical queries
Personal Attributes
EssentialFlexible and adaptable to competing demands with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacksAbility to undertake on-callA commitment to continuous improvement, with a positive attitude, seeks out learning, and continually develops skills and the service ("Always Improving")Enthusiasm to take a lead role in clinical developmentEmpathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individualsDesirableThe ability to innovate and a willingness to try something new, with the aim to improve the service to patientsThe ability to consider, develop and execute service development in all aspects of the patient pathway, including screening, prevention and primary care initiativesDisclosure 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
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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. xgikmsk For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSwansea Bay University Health BoardAddressSingleton HospitalSkettySwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSwansea Bay University Health BoardAddressSingleton HospitalSkettySwanseaSA2 8QAUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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