We have well-developed services in high-risk obstetrics, minimal access surgery, infertility, colposcopy & out-patient hysteroscopy,uro-gynaecologyand oncology services.Both posts will include both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The department is currently strengthening its Obstetric and Gynaecology leadership and specialist roles and is keen to consider applicants with a variety of interests.This role is located at Kettering General Hospital and all work will be completed on site or at peripheral clinics.The appointee will be expected to live within 30 minutes travelling time from the hospital.Main duties of the jobThere is ongoing considerable site development at Kettering General Hospital. The theatre suite for Obstetrics & Gynaecology underwent redevelopment in February 2016. Building work is in the early stagesfor the new Rockingham Wing which will provide new facilities for Obstetric and Gynaecology services.There is a thriving and well-equipped Post Graduate Education centre including a new, large, modern library, seminar rooms, and lecture theatre.The Fetal Medicine Service is supported byConsultants from University Hospital of Leicester (attending 2 clinics per week). There are on site prenatal counselling facilities with a specialist midwife and the service is offered to all women as part of their routine antenatal care.One is for routine gynaecology and the second theatre for Obstetrics. A third theatre is used for emergencies for obstetrics and gynaecology.About usPlease submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.DetailsDate posted02 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary Full-time Reference number264-8262227-FAM-AJob locationsUniversity Hospitals of NorthamptonshireNorthamptonshireKetteringNN16 8UZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical CommitmentShifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department. Job responsibilitiesClinical CommitmentShifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department. EssentialClinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCTATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or EquivalentInterest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CVInterest in GovernanceAmbulatory gynaecologyUltrasound SkillsDesirableATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Medicine EssentialClinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCTATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or EquivalentInterest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CVInterest in GovernanceAmbulatory gynaecologyUltrasound SkillsDesirableATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric MedicineDisclosure 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameKettering General Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressUniversity Hospitals of NorthamptonshireNorthamptonshireKetteringNN16 8UZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameKettering General Hospital NHS Foundation TrustAddressUniversity Hospitals of NorthamptonshireNorthamptonshireKetteringNN16 8UZUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Obstetrician Gynaecologist Consultant in Kettering employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
