Junior Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust seeks an enthusiastic junior clinical fellow to join their obstetrics and gynaecology team. This fixed-term position offers opportunities to conduct emergency duties, assist in outpatient clinics, and gain valuable clinical experience. Candidates should have full GMC registration and at least 18 months of NHS experience, demonstrating strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Located in Greater London, the role includes a salary ranging from £44,170 to £67,610 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and a licence to practice.
• Completed FY1 competencies or equivalent.
• At least 18 months of NHS experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct emergency duties in A&E and Labour ward.
• Assess and investigate patients attending Labour ward.
• Assist in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies.

Skills

Strong team player

Kind

Affable

Resilient

Education

Full GMC registration with a licence to practice

Completed FY1 competencies or equivalent

18 months of NHS experience (not including clinical observerships)

Job description

Job Summary

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic team player to join our friendly department as junior clinical fellow. The post is ideally suited to candidates finishing their FY2 year (or equivalent) who want to gain further experience of the speciality while applying for an O&G training, or for candidates pursuing wider FY3/FY4 experience before deciding on a specialty. Previous holders of this post have attained great success after completing the posting.

We practice Obstetrics and Gynaecology to a high standard and take pride in evolving our services to keep abreast of new developments and enhance the quality of care we provide. Our local population is diverse and often challenging; including a significant proportion of patients newly arrived from overseas. We are a popular training hospital for both undergraduate students from the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College, London and postgraduate trainees in general practice and our own discipline. Education plays an important role in our day-to-day practice and is often multidisciplinary in nature.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out emergency duties in A&E and on Labour ward including the initial assessment and investigation of patients who attend the Labour ward, triage and A&E and assist in obstetric and gynaecological emergencies. They will also be expected to see patients under consultant supervision in outpatient clinics including antenatal clinics, gynaecology clinics and the early pregnancy assessment unit. There will also be opportunities to assist in elective obstetric procedures and general gynaecological surgery including the day case and inpatient elective surgery.

Employment Details

• Date posted: 24 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Doctor – other
• Salary: £44,170 to £67,610 a year per annum
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 6 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 289-SC-244
• Job locations: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW10 9NH

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• 18 months of NHS experience (not including clinical observerships)
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
• Completed FY1 competencies or equivalent

Personal qualities

• Strong team player
• Kind, affable and resilient

Trust values

• Putting patients first
• Responsive to patients and staff
• Determined to develop

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer Details

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Fulham Road, London, SW10 9NH

Website: https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Additional Information

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.