Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic doctor to join the current Obstetrics and Gynaecology team at SHO/ ST1-2 level at Barts Health NHS Trust for an initial period of 12 months. Interested individuals are invited to apply for appointment to start immediately.
The post will be based at Newham University Hospital and while this is a non-training post, the successful candidate will work across the full range of specialist clinics and theatres and will be invited to take part in all the educational opportunities the department has to offer. There may be an opportunity to develop career in O&G.
Main duties of the job
This post is a
Trust Doctor ST 1-2 (SHO Level) .The Trust is committed to supporting the post holder in developing their career within the department. This is a 1.0 WTE vacancy on a fixed term appointment.
Newham University Hospital is a busy East London unit, that serves a population of approximately 350,000.
Newham is an area of high deprivation (with regards to employment, education, health and housing). The borough has the UK's lowest proportion of White British people (16.7%), and 42.4 % of residents were born overseas (London average 26.4%). Newham has the lowest proportion of people with English as their main language of all local authority areas in England and Wales. It has one of the highest rates of households in temporary accommodation, and one of the highest population turnover rates in London; with large numbers of people moving into the borough transiently. It is also believed to have the have the highest number of asylum seekers and refugees of any London borough. In 2016 only 56.7% of Newham's women were employed. This is reflected in the women served by the O+G department.
The hospital is the site of approximately 5,800 births annually and deals with a wide range of gynaecological pathology. The size of the O&G department is considerable, when compared to the relatively small size of the hospital and offers exceptional training opportunities.
About Us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Details
Date posted
20 November 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£41,750 to £44,159 a year Per Annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
259-MED7614902NUH
Job locations
Newham University Hospital
Glen Road
London
E13 8SL
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attachment below.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The full job description and the person specification provide an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, outlining the qualification, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attachment below.
Person Specification
Essential
Qualifications
- MB BS (or equivalent).
- Registration with the GMC.
Desirable
- ATLS/ACLS/ALS/APLS.
- MRCOG Part 1
Essential
Experience
- Completed pre-registration year (or equivalent outside the UK).
Desirable
- 6-12 months UK/NHS experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of managing ward patients
Desirable
- Evidence of interest in Quality Improvement . E.g. Audit.
Essential
Skills
- Competent in history taking and examination skills. Competent in basic life support and resuscitation skills;
- Good Communication skills, both oral and written. Fluent in English. Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
Essential
Other
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate. Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- An Understanding of the principles of Clinical Audit.
Desirable
- Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates
- Computer literate (Microsoft Word/Excel/Access or equivalent).
Person Specification
Essential
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues as appropriate. Prepared to be flexible in working patterns
- An Understanding of the principles of Clinical Audit.
Desirable
- Demonstrate experience in teaching undergraduates
- Computer literate (Microsoft Word/Excel/Access or equivalent).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had 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) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Newham University Hospital
Glen Road
London
E13 8SL
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barts Health NHS Trust
Address
Newham University Hospital
Glen Road
London
E13 8SL
Employer's website
https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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