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Senior Clinical Fellow in Gynaecology
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 24 day(s) ago
Reference: 2333391
Job summary
The appointment is to commence in October 2026 for a fixed term period of 12 months due to time limited funding. The successful candidate should be at a training level of ST5-ST8 in obstetrics and gynaecology and hold a National Training Number. The post holder will apply for an Out-of-Programme for Research (OOPR) in order to undertake the post. This is not recognised as a 'training post' and does not award a National Training Number. Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise is needed, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK, sponsorship will be required.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will work closely with the consultants and the clinical teams and have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience and training whilst working in a busy tertiary referral centre. The doctor will have an academic supervisor who will support the research component, and an educational supervisor to support clinical components of the post and assist in meeting the individual's training and career goals including appraisal.
The successful trainee should be at a training level of ST5+ in obstetrics and gynaecology, and is expected to take on responsibilities associated with this role. The clinical fellow will need to respect the roles of others within the MDT and be able to communicate with them appropriately.
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
About us
These are the values that all staff at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are expected to demonstrate in all that they do.
Patients First - Ensure that the people we serve are at the heart of what we do
Respectful - Be kind, respectful, fair and value diversity
Ownership - Celebrate our successes, learn continuously and ensure we improve
Unity - Work in partnership with others
Deliver - Be efficient, effective and accountable for our actions
The Trust have developed a PROUD Behaviours framework which details specific behaviours we expect to see and do not expect to see, aligned to each of the five PROUD Values.For further details of our services and organisational structure, including our Board of Directors, and our future plans please visit
www.sth.nhs.uk/about-us
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£67,325 to £76,582 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
190-STH-26-199
Job locations
Jessop Wing
Sheffield
S10 2SB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative work plan.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application.
- Medical degree
- MRCOG part 1
Desirable
- MRCOG part 2 and 3
Clinical experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience in Urogynaecology
- ST5-ST8 Level of training or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology.
- Ability to undertake gynaecology outpatient clinics
- Ability to support on the on-call rota
Desirable
- Presentation at gynaecology meetings
- Publications in gynaecology
- Subspeciality experience
- Evidence of participation in research
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Understanding of research methods, and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
- Flexible approach to working patterns, ability to cope with change Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application.
- Medical degree
- MRCOG part 1
Desirable
- MRCOG part 2 and 3
Clinical experience
Essential
- Demonstrates experience in Urogynaecology
- ST5-ST8 Level of training or equivalent in obstetrics and gynaecology.
- Ability to undertake gynaecology outpatient clinics
- Ability to support on the on-call rota
Desirable
- Presentation at gynaecology meetings
- Publications in gynaecology
- Subspeciality experience
- Evidence of participation in research
Teaching and training
Essential
- Experience of teaching medical students and resident doctors
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
- Understanding of research methods, and statistics
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals.
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- Good written communication skills
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
- Flexible approach to working patterns, ability to cope with change Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Jessop Wing
Sheffield
S10 2SB
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Jessop Wing
Sheffield
S10 2SB
United Kingdom