Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Obstetric Anaesthesia

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking a Clinical Fellow Higher in Obstetric Anaesthesia to develop Anaesthetic experience. The role includes participation in a resident on-call rota and engagement in professional development activities. The contract is fixed term for 12 months with a salary ranging from £65,048 to £73,992, requiring full GMC registration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English.
• Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council required.

Responsibilities

• Take part in resident on-call rota with 1:8 frequency.
• Involve in non-clinical activities for professional development.

Skills

Effective communication

English proficiency

Education

CCT in Anaesthesia

Job description

Job Summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Obstetric Anaesthesia at Addenbrooke's Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We have the following posts available:
• August 2026 - February 2027
• February 2027 - February 2028

This fellowship programme in Obstetric Anaesthesia would suit applicants who are working towards the completion of a recognised Anaesthetic specialist training programme and includes someone who is nearing or already possesses a CCT in Anaesthesia. The post offers the opportunity to develop and increase Anaesthetic experience in Obstetric Anaesthesia.

Main Duties

The level of supervision will be tailored to the Fellow's prior experience. The fellowship programme mirrors the requirements for the Royal College of Anaesthetists Advanced Training in Obstetric Anaesthesia, but is not recognised as a training post.

The Higher Clinical Fellow will take part in the resident on call rota on a 1:8 frequency.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of commencement is required.

About Us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Details

Date posted: 19 November 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £65,048 to £73,992 a year per annum pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 180-CFH-5242

Job locations: Addenbrooke's Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Responsibilities

The NHS department enjoys close links with the University of Cambridge Department of Anaesthesia and there are opportunities for the subspecialty Fellow to become involved in research and other forms of career development as appropriate to the individual. It is expected that the Fellow will play an active role in non-clinical activities as part of their professional development, and will be assigned an Educational Supervisor who will regularly review these.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification

• Shortlistable Essential: Yes = 1, No = 0. If applicant is not shortlistable please add reason in comments section provided.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Addenbrooke's Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Website: https://www.cuh.nhs.uk