About this role
Job summary
Consultant in Gynaecology with an interest in Menopause Care
The appointment is for a substantive 10 PA Consultant Gynaecologist and Specialist in Menopause care. The post is based at St Michael's Hospital, with a day each week at Weston General Hospital.
The appointee will be a menopause specialist, who has completed the RCOG ATSM/SITM in Menopause Care, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. This post comprises complex menopause and menopause oncology clinics - a strong grounding in menopause care after cancer is desirable. Additional SITMs/ATSMs complementary to the Menopause Service role and department would be welcomed such as Reproductive medicine, Vulval disease, Hysteroscopy and / or Oncology.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be expected to participate as a full team-member of the tertiary referral Menopause service, including contributing to Multidisciplinary team meetings, teaching, audit and research in the service. The post-holder will provide elective inpatient and outpatient care to patients referred with benign gynaecological conditions, including clinics and operating. The role will include general gynaecology clinics and hysteroscopy. There is no obstetrics in this job.
The post holder will be expected to participate in emergency 'hot week' cover, and there is a non-resident (1 in 14) on call covering gynaecology only.
Closing date for applications is: 20th May
Date for interview will be: 29 June 2026
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for further details of the post
Informal enquiries to:
Dr Claire Newton, Consultant Gynae-oncologist Clinical Director for Obstetrics and GynaecologyDr Kristyn Manley, Consultant in Gynaecology and Menopause Lead, Gynaecology [email protected]
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
Full and specialist registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) or Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview. (Please note: This does not apply to CESR applicants) Completion (or close to) of Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care (BMS accredited) or RCOG SITM in Menopause Care
Desirable
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent Complementary SITM such as reproductive medicine, hysterosocpy, vulval disease or oncology.
Experience Essential
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Gynaecology Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and Skills Essential
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Desirable
Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance and Audit Essential
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Positive approach to evidence based practice Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Desirable
Evidence of relevant quality improvement and service development
Research Essential
Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Teaching and Training Essential
Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Management & Leadership Essential
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Desirable
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions Ability to be a flexible team member
Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes Essential
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations
Desirable
Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
Other Essential
Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role
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.
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UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address St Michaels Hospital
Bristol
BS2 8EG
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)