Education Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

NHS; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Bournemouth is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. This role offers opportunities in medical education and research, with a specific focus on caesarean sections and general rota commitments. Candidates should possess relevant medical qualifications including MB BS and experience in obstetrics. The position entails engaging in both teaching and clinical duties, making it suitable for those at the ST3+ level who are passionate about integrating education within their clinical practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified medical professional with appropriate certifications.
• Experience in obstetrics and gynaecology within the NHS.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and audit projects.

Responsibilities

• Dedicate time for medical education and research.
• Conduct general rota duties with opportunities for advanced training.
• Participate in both small and large group teaching.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff

Fluent in spoken and written English

Experience of medical writing

Education

MB BS

Post Graduate medical exam

ST3-5 or above

Post graduate certificate in medical education

MRCOG part 1

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Education Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The closing date is 10 February 2026

This post is suitable for a ST3+ level interested in gaining experience in medical education and research. One day a week will be dedicated for education and research opportunities, there will be a fixed once a week caesarean section list, the remainder of the week will be general rota where there are opportunities for advanced training.

Main duties of the job

Further details of the main duties of this role can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

About us

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Job responsibilities

Further details of the main duties of this role can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MB BS
• Post Graduate medical exam
• ST3-5 or above
• Post graduate certificate in medical education
• MRCOG part 1

Audit

• Understands principles of audit
• Evidence of audit projects
• Evidence of involvement in national audits

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Experience of medical writing

Experience

• Broad spectrum of Obstetric and Gynaecology experience within NHS
• Previous involvement in undergraduate teaching and members of other healthcare professionals
• Research experience and publications
• Training the trainer course
• Experience of small and large group teaching
• Strong interest in education and research

Knowledge

• Compliant with RCOG CPD and eportfolio
• Good clinical practice
• ability to manage own time and continuing professional development
• Ability to undertake procedures in an independent environment.

Research and Education

• Understand the principles of research methodology
• Demonstrate various teaching stratergies
• Publication in medical journals

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.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust