Sub-Speciality Training Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology

Sub-Speciality Training Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Applications are invited for the post of Subspecialty Training Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology, based at the Royal United Hospital in Bath. This post will commence on 6th August 2025.

The new training programme offers a modular approach to comprehensive training in the surgical management of gynaecological malignancy, including gynaecological oncology, colorectal surgery, urology, and plastics together with non-surgical management including medical oncology, radiotherapy and palliative care.

The post is recognised for Subspecialty training in Gynaecological Oncology by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.

This post is open to holders of a current UK NTN. Applicants will be existing Specialty Trainees, who hold MRCOG and have completed a minimum of 5 years specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (i.e. are ST6 or above at entry by 6 August 2025). Trainees should have completed all core clinical O&G CiPs prior to starting sub-speciality training.

Trainees will be appointed to a subspecialty training programme only when they have achieved a satisfactory ARCP outcome. Trainees need to seek support from their Head of School before applying to subspecialty training.

The appointment will be subject to yearly assessment/appraisal, and RCOG SST assessment.

The Postgraduate Dean confirms that this placement and/or programme has the required educational and dean's approval.

Main duties of the job

This post is designed for candidates with previous experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology who wish to have further training in Gynaecological Oncology. It provides considerable experience in acute cancer presentations and the steps taken to manage and treat gynaecology oncology cancer patients. The role also allows the candidate to develop skills in surgical planning for complex patients and advanced surgical skills. The successful candidate will be a key member of the MDT and given the opportunity to learn key skills in managing a case load and being responsible for the diagnostics, communication and management of patients with gynaecology cancers.

Research interests are encouraged and the successful candidate would be required to deliver quality improvement initiatives.

The 10 trainees work on the middle grade rota and are contracted to cover each other during absence on annual and study leave. The middle grades are resident on-call. They are expected to take part in teaching midwives and junior medical staff and help to plan the teaching programmes.

There are regular departmental meetings and research links with the University of Bath, University of Exeter and through the Bath School of Postgraduate Medicine.

The successful candidate will undertake resident on-call ('1 in 16') covering obstetrics and gynaecology.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

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We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information. Alternatively please contact the department on the details below if you wish to discuss further.

Applicants invited for interview will be requested to give a five-minute presentation to the Appointments Committee choosing one of the following titles: The Good the Bad and the Ugly of Gynaecological Oncology, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Gynaecological Oncology, The Sound of Gynaecological Oncology, Gynaecological Oncology's a Wonderful Life. The purpose of the presentation is to demonstrate an excellent understanding of the specialty and display the attributes and desire required to be a great gynaecological oncologist.

ST6 + equivalent grade, basic full-time salary is £70,425

Person Specification Qualifications

• MBBS / MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
• Part 3 MRCOG
• Evidence of further advanced clinical training

Research

• Demonstrates understanding of basic science research or clinical trial methodology.
• Completion of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
• Running journal clubs or equivalent

Clinical Experience and Skills

• Completion of a minimum of 5 years of speciality training in Obs & Gynae
• Comprehensive general training and experience of working in busy obstetrics and gynaecology unit at senior level of training with solid basic surgical skills
• Completion of RCOG intermediate gynaecology ultrasound module or equivalent
• Good progress or completion of RCOG Gynaecological Oncology ATSM or equivalent.
• Show a clear aptitude for major gynaecology operating: both open and laparoscopic.
• Intermediate or advanced skills in transvaginal gynaecology ultrasound.
• Attendance at relevant Gynaecological Oncology courses/conferences.

Teaching

• Evidence of active participation in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching with feedback.
• Experience of giving formal lectures.

Clinical Governance and Service Improvement

• Experience of active involvement in clinical governance to high standard.
• Evidence of ongoing participation in relevant service or quality improvement projects in chosen subspecialty with demonstrable output.
• Participation in complaints process

Personal Skills

• Demonstrate problem solving, decision making and situational awareness.
• Capacity to work effectively in multi professional teams (particularly within obstetrics and gynaecology).
• Evidence of activities and achievements with demonstrable output, relevant to chosen sub-specialty.

Probity - professional integrity

• Commitment to personal and professional development, including capacity for reflective practice and learning
• Awareness of own training needs.
• Sound reasons for applying to this particular post with demonstration of clear career planning.
• Capacity to take responsibility for own actions and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach towards others.
• Demonstrates realistic insight into subspecialty as practised in the UK.

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.

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

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£70,425 a year per annum pro rata if part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

442

Job locations

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust