Consultant in Obs and Gynae with SI in High Risk Obs & Fetal Med in Somerset

Job summarySomerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a special interest in high-risk obstetrics to join the team at Musgrove Park Hospital.This substantive 10 PA post combines a broad general obstetric and gynaecological role with dedicated time to support and develop our high-risk obstetric service. We are interested in applicants with an interest in multiple pregnancy who are keen to help shape servicesThe successful candidate will establish and lead a dedicated multiple pregnancy antenatal clinic, working closely with fetal medicine and sonography colleagues, With the ambition of developing the service in line with Twins Trust standards. The role also includes responsibility as Cross-County Fetal Monitoring Lead, providing clinical leadership, education and governance across the service.In addition, the postholder will contribute to elective and emergency obstetrics and gynaecology, outpatient clinics, theatre and day-case activity, and participate in the 1:12 consultant on-call rota.This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive consultant team, delivering high-quality care while influencing future service development. We are looking for a colleague who values teamwork, leadership, teaching, quality improvement and compassionate patient-centred care.Informal visits and discussions are encouraged. To find out more about the role or arrange a visit, please contact Claire McFarland at claire.mcfarland@somersetft.nhs.uk.Main duties of the jobProvide high quality obstetric and gynaecological care across inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings within Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil Hospital.Participate in the 1:12 Obstetric & Gynaecology on-call rota, including twice daily consultant led ward rounds on Labour Ward at Musgrove Park Hospital.Lead and support general gynaecology clinics, day surgery and elective caesarean lists.Contribute to the departmental teaching, supervision and appraisal of junior doctors.Engage in clinical governance, audit and service development.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated, patient-centred care.Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.About usAt Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.DetailsDate posted08 September 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 113,565 to 150,569 a year 1:12 on-call (included within the 10 PAs) ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number184-OL-MED-FAM-5778Job locationsMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWithin High Risk ObstetricsEstablish and lead a dedicated antenatal clinic for multiple pregnancies, with the support of our sonography and fetal medicine teams who will provide scanning. The aim of this service should be to achieve accreditation with The Twins Trust.Provide a weekly elective caesarean section list, as part of the dedicated elective caesarean section team.To provide leadership and training as a cross county Fetal Monitoring Lead, working with the multidisciplinary team to provide this in dedicated sessions at both sites.Educational SupervisionConsultants are required to supervise the education of doctors in training and doctors in post graduate roles. The post holder will be involved with teaching and training of doctors and should help with both their professional and personal development. Consultants must ensure that junior doctors in their care are not overwhelmed by clinical commitments or overburdened by responsibilities inappropriate to the experience required. Consultants are also responsible for the assessment and appraisal of trainees under their supervision and must keep the Clinical and / or College Tutor aware of problems that may arise. There is dedicated SPA to support the role of being an educational supervisor.TeachingThere is an active teaching programme in the hospital. We have a dedicated faculty session every Wednesday afternoon. In addition, there are monthly cross site quality and audit learning forums held off site.Junior staff are encouraged to obtain higher qualifications; their training is a vital part of the work of the department, the appointee (in common with other senior members of the trust), will be expected to supervise the doctors in training to participate in teaching and be involved with the postgraduate programme generally.ResearchResearch is encouraged, particularly when this is appropriate to the professional development of the successful candidate and to the service development of the department. Opportunities are available within the Trust with applications for funding coordinated by the Trust's Medical Director.Clinical AuditThe appointee will be expected to actively participate in audit, initiating and supervising audit projects related to sub-specialty interest and will liaise with the Obstetric and Gynaecology governance lead consultants. All audit projects, including Trust directed audit are approved by the Clinical Effectiveness and Audit Committee. Participation in national audit is encouraged and the appointee will be expected to participate in the Twins Trust audit. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the development and reporting of Clinical Quality Standards.Clinical GovernanceAll clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those for which they are deemed competent. Clinical staff are also required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations regarding supervision.Continuing Professional Development (CPD)The Trust supports the requirements for CPD as laid down by the GMC and Royal Colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Each Consultant is job planned 1.5 PA to support these activities.Administration / Budgetary ResponsibilitiesThe appointee will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department.Appraisal, Job Planning and Mandatory Annual TrainingThe successful candidate will be required to participate actively in the annual appraisal and job planning process. In addition, they will be expected to be up to date with Trust and departmental specific training.RevalidationThe Trust has the required arrangements in place, as laid down by the Royal Colleges to ensure that all doctors have an annual appraisal with a trained appraiser and supports all consultants going through the revalidation process.MentoringThe Trust is committed to setting up a mentor for all newly qualified Consultants. Full support and guidance comes from the Clinical Director during the first six months. Our Responsible Officer coordinates a mentor from six months of joining Musgrove Park Hospital.Management ArrangementsAccountabilityManagerially accountable to the Associate Medical Director.Conditions of ServiceThe appointee will be required to maintain General Medical Council (GMC) full and specialist registration with a licence to practice and revalidation, and should follow the GMC's Code of Good Medical Practice.The successful applicant will be employed under the Terms and Conditions for Consultants (England) 2003 and will receive a salary detailed in the national pay circular for medical and dental staff. The details of the Terms and Conditions for Consultants can be found on the NHS Employers website: www.nhsemployers.orgThe salary and incremental increases are subject to annual review and in accordance with the National NHS Terms and Conditions of Service for Consultants in England. Job description Job responsibilitiesWithin High Risk ObstetricsEstablish and lead a dedicated antenatal clinic for multiple pregnancies, with the support of our sonography and fetal medicine teams who will provide scanning. The aim of this service should be to achieve accreditation with The Twins Trust.Provide a weekly elective caesarean section list, as part of the dedicated elective caesarean section team.To provide leadership and training as a cross county Fetal Monitoring Lead, working with the multidisciplinary team to provide this in dedicated sessions at both sites.Educational SupervisionConsultants are required to supervise the education of doctors in training and doctors in post graduate roles. The post holder will be involved with teaching and training of doctors and should help with both their professional and personal development. Consultants must ensure that junior doctors in their care are not overwhelmed by clinical commitments or overburdened by responsibilities inappropriate to the experience required. Consultants are also responsible for the assessment and appraisal of trainees under their supervision and must keep the Clinical and / or College Tutor aware of problems that may arise. There is dedicated SPA to support the role of being an educational supervisor.TeachingThere is an active teaching programme in the hospital. We have a dedicated faculty session every Wednesday afternoon. In addition, there are monthly cross site quality and audit learning forums held off site.Junior staff are encouraged to obtain higher qualifications; their training is a vital part of the work of the department, the appointee (in common with other senior members of the trust), will be expected to supervise the doctors in training to participate in teaching and be involved with the postgraduate programme generally.ResearchResearch is encouraged, particularly when this is appropriate to the professional development of the successful candidate and to the service development of the department. Opportunities are available within the Trust with applications for funding coordinated by the Trust's Medical Director.Clinical AuditThe appointee will be expected to actively participate in audit, initiating and supervising audit projects related to sub-specialty interest and will liaise with the Obstetric and Gynaecology governance lead consultants. All audit projects, including Trust directed audit are approved by the Clinical Effectiveness and Audit Committee. Participation in national audit is encouraged and the appointee will be expected to participate in the Twins Trust audit. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the development and reporting of Clinical Quality Standards.Clinical GovernanceAll clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their actions to those for which they are deemed competent. Clinical staff are also required to comply with the requirements of their professional organisations regarding supervision.Continuing Professional Development (CPD)The Trust supports the requirements for CPD as laid down by the GMC and Royal Colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities. Each Consultant is job planned 1.5 PA to support these activities.Administration / Budgetary ResponsibilitiesThe appointee will be responsible for undertaking the administrative duties associated with the care of patients and the administration of the department.Appraisal, Job Planning and Mandatory Annual TrainingThe successful candidate will be required to participate actively in the annual appraisal and job planning process. In addition, they will be expected to be up to date with Trust and departmental specific training.RevalidationThe Trust has the required arrangements in place, as laid down by the Royal Colleges to ensure that all doctors have an annual appraisal with a trained appraiser and supports all consultants going through the revalidation process.MentoringThe Trust is committed to setting up a mentor for all newly qualified Consultants. Full support and guidance comes from the Clinical Director during the first six months. Our Responsible Officer coordinates a mentor from six months of joining Musgrove Park Hospital.Management ArrangementsAccountabilityManagerially accountable to the Associate Medical Director.Conditions of ServiceThe appointee will be required to maintain General Medical Council (GMC) full and specialist registration with a licence to practice and revalidation, and should follow the GMC's Code of Good Medical Practice.The successful applicant will be employed under the Terms and Conditions for Consultants (England) 2003 and will receive a salary detailed in the national pay circular for medical and dental staff. The details of the Terms and Conditions for Consultants can be found on the NHS Employers website: www.nhsemployers.orgThe salary and incremental increases are subject to annual review and in accordance with the National NHS Terms and Conditions of Service for Consultants in England.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialMedical Degree and Royal College membership or equivalentFull registration with the GMC and a licence to practice.Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of interview. Candidates applying via the Portfolio Pathway must already be on the Specialist Register.Relevant CCT or equivalent (or within 6 months of interview).Advance training in high-risk antenatal services or maternal medicine (ATSM / SITM or equivalent).DesirableAn appropriate higher degree of qualification (MD, PHD or equivalent).MSC or equivalent higher qualification.Educational supervision qualification. Experience EssentialDepth and breadth of clinical experience in managing high risk obstetrics.Experience in elective and emergency general obstetrics.Experience in the management of general gynaecology, including outpatient and day-case activity.Competent to work without direct supervision, including providing non-resident on-call.Willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description.Evidence of leadership, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and teaching experience.DesirableExperience in an obstetric leadership role.Experience in setting up or developing an obstetric clinical service.Experience in the management of multiple pregnancy and / or development of a multiple pregnancy service Additional Criteria EssentialDriving licence or ability to travel between sites. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialMedical Degree and Royal College membership or equivalentFull registration with the GMC and a licence to practice.Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of interview. Candidates applying via the Portfolio Pathway must already be on the Specialist Register.Relevant CCT or equivalent (or within 6 months of interview).Advance training in high-risk antenatal services or maternal medicine (ATSM / SITM or equivalent).DesirableAn appropriate higher degree of qualification (MD, PHD or equivalent).MSC or equivalent higher qualification.Educational supervision qualification. Experience EssentialDepth and breadth of clinical experience in managing high risk obstetrics.Experience in elective and emergency general obstetrics.Experience in the management of general gynaecology, including outpatient and day-case activity.Competent to work without direct supervision, including providing non-resident on-call.Willingness and ability to fulfil the key elements of the job description.Evidence of leadership, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and teaching experience.DesirableExperience in an obstetric leadership role.Experience in setting up or developing an obstetric clinical service.Experience in the management of multiple pregnancy and / or development of a multiple pregnancy service Additional Criteria EssentialDriving licence or ability to travel between sites.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). 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 nameSomerset NHS Foundation TrustAddressMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSomerset NHS Foundation TrustAddressMusgrove Park HospitalMusgrove RoadTauntonSomersetTA1 5DAUnited KingdomEmployer's website