Locum Consultant in Gynaecology

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare trust is seeking a Locum Consultant in Gynaecology to work at Musgrove Park Hospital. This full-time position involves high-standard diagnostic services and collaboration with sub-specialist oncologists. Candidates must have GMC registration and qualifications in obstetrics and gynaecology. Offered on a fixed 12-month contract, the role comes with a salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 and various benefits including NHS pension and flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to UK CCT.
• Experience as an experienced Colposcopist.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard diagnostic services for patients referred through the two-week-wait rapid access pathway.
• Fulfill on-call commitments and cover emergency gynaecology.
• Join an established team of three sub-specialist Gynaecological Oncology Consultants.

Skills

Clinical risk management

Experience with outpatient hysteroscopy

Mentoring ability

Colposcopy skills

Education

MRCOG or equivalent

GMC Specialist Registration

ATSM in gynaecological oncology or vulval disease

BSCCP accreditation

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Locum Consultant in Gynaecology with a special interest in hysteroscopy, colposcopy, and vulval disease. The post is based at Musgrove Park Hospital and involves working with the Gynaecological Oncology Team as a Diagnostic Lead Gynaecology Consultant in the Department of Gynaecological Oncology.

The position is full time (10 PA) on a 12-month fixed-term contract with a 1:12 on-call commitment. A flexible job plan is available for the right candidate. The post is available from 1 September 2025.

GMC specialist registration is essential. If you do not hold GMC specialist registration and are not pending a CCT/ARCP/CESR outcome, the role will be converted to a Specialist contract with NHS Employers terms and conditions.

The successful candidate will have joint accreditation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (RCOG) and in Colposcopy (BSCCP) and should have either a SITM in gynaecological oncology and/or vulval disease by commencement, with other relevant evidence considered (e.g. advanced outpatient hysteroscopy).

Main duties

Provide high-standard diagnostic services for patients referred through the two-week-wait rapid access pathway, supporting sub-specialist gynaecological oncologists, and managing the pre-cancer diagnostic workload in collaboration with senior nurses and trainees. Fulfill duties and responsibilities as outlined in the Job Plan and Terms and Conditions, subject to manager agreement.

On-call commitments include 1:12 night-time on call for general gynaecology, plus a regular daytime session covering emergency gynaecology. In the absence of colleagues on leave, provide agreed levels of cover according to the Trust policy.

External duties may be included in the Job Plan with prior notification to the clinical manager; scheduling will be by agreement. Where emergency work occurs, scheduling will be incorporated into the Job Plan schedule.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a range of benefits and encourage a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce. Benefits include:

• Flexible working options
• NHS pension scheme
• Generous annual leave
• Career development

You will have access to a Blue Light Card and NHS-specific perks.

We are committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Location & Details

Job location: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA.

Date posted: 02 September 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year plus on call

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference: 184-OL-MED-FAM-3071

Job description & responsibilities

The candidate will join an established team of three sub-specialist Gynaecological Oncology Consultants, alongside an Obstetrics and Gynaecology department with colleagues specializing in Urogynaecology, Menstrual Dysfunction, Minimal Access Surgery, Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine, and Diabetes.

The Trust has merged with Yeovil District Hospital, expanding cross-county services. There may be opportunities for extension to a permanent position following the initial maternity locum for the right candidate.

The Somerset Gynaecological Cancer Centre includes a multidisciplinary team with input from oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and clinical nurses. The post will involve a 3 fixed main theatre lists over a 12-week rota, with additional flexible sessions for leave cover, a 3-day surgery list per 12 weeks, and involvement in colposcopy, PMB/hysteroscopy clinics, and PMB service leadership and audit (deputy Cervical Screening Provider Lead).

Person specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register
• MRCOG or equivalent
• Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence confirmed by PMETB/GMC by AAC date)
• BSCCP accreditation to practice colposcopy
• ATSM in gynaecological oncology or vulval disease or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent)

Experience

• Clinical training in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to UK CCT
• Experienced Colposcopist with outpatient hysteroscopy skills
• Understanding of clinical risk management and ability to work without direct supervision where appropriate
• Mentoring ability for medical and nursing staff

Legal & compliance

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks apply. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA

Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/