Visa Note
While this employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates, all applicants must verify their visa/work permit eligibility directly with the employer before applying. Immigration requirements can change, and final approval is subject to UK Visas and Immigration regulations.
Job Overview
Wye Valley NHS Trust is seeking a substantive Consultant in Obstetrics & Gynaecology to join their team at Hereford County Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified medical professionals looking to relocate to the UK and build a rewarding career within the National Health Service. The successful candidate will join a team of 10 consultants in this busy District General Hospital, enjoying a beautiful rural setting while providing essential healthcare services to the community.
Company Information
Wye Valley NHS Trust is a progressive and forward-looking organization that is a member of an NHS Foundation Group with South Warwickshire NHS FT, the George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust, and Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. Located on the border with Wales in the shadow of the Black Mountains, we provide acute and community services across Herefordshire and into parts of Powys. The trust operates Hereford County Hospital and community hospitals in Bromyard, Leominster, and Ross-on-Wye.
Location and Work Environment
Hereford County Hospital offers a friendly and pleasant working environment in a beautiful rural setting. The successful candidate will enjoy a fantastic quality of life while working in a good clinical environment with state-of-the-art equipment. Worcestershire is our neighbouring county, and the post holder will be required to travel between sites occasionally. The trust blends the busyness of a District General Hospital with the benefits of working in an unspoilt rural county like Herefordshire.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, paid according to the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff pay scheme. This is a permanent, full-time position with opportunities for professional development and advancement within the NHS. The trust offers a great work-life balance and has a fine tradition of working with staff to help them achieve their full potential.
Main Duties of the Job
The main duties of the role rotate between ‘hot week’ and ‘cold week’ operated on a 1:9 cycle, alongside other job-planned clinical and non-clinical activities. Hot week runs Monday to Friday 08:30hrs – 18:00hrs with duties including supervising day-to-day management of labour ward, conducting ward rounds in Labour, Maternity and Gynaecology wards, and performing or supervising emergency gynaecological cases on CEPOD lists.
Cold Week Responsibilities
During cold week, the consultant will undertake three elective caesarean section lists per week (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday) and complete electronic advice and guidance from GPs, triaging referrals and reviewing urgent results to prevent delays in cancer pathways. This structured approach ensures a balanced workload while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Clinical Activities
During the other seven weeks, the consultant is required to perform approximately 4-5 programmed activities (PA) clinical sessions. These sessions may include General Antenatal Clinic, Gynaecology Clinic, Theatre work, or any specialized clinic of interest. This flexibility allows consultants to develop and maintain their specialist interests while contributing to the overall service provision.
On-call Commitment
The post includes a 1:8 weekday on-call commitment and 1:9 weekend on-call commitment. This rotational on-call system ensures that consultants have adequate rest periods while maintaining 24/7 coverage for emergency obstetric and gynaecological services. The trust recognizes the importance of work-life balance and has structured these commitments accordingly.
Professional Development
The successful applicant will have 1.5 Core SPA (Supporting Programmed Activities) job-planned time for CPD, revalidation, appraisal, and departmental meetings. The Clinical Director will confirm the job plan with the successful candidate, and all consultants are supported to take part in an Annual Appraisal. The trust is committed to the ongoing professional development of all its medical staff.
Person Specification – Education & Qualifications
Essential qualifications include MRCOG or equivalent, full doctors GMC registration with Licence to Practise, and two appropriate ATSMs (Additional Training and Skills Modules) or equivalent experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Candidates should ideally be on the Specialist Register or be eligible to be on the specialist register within six months of the date of the Advisory Appointments Committee (AAC).
Desirable Qualifications
Experience in any of the following ATSMs or their equivalent can be beneficial: Labour Ward Practice, Benign Abdominal Surgery ATSM, Hysteroscopy, Colposcopy, Urogynaecology, Advanced Antenatal Practice, Maternal Medicine, or Fetal Medicine. While not essential, these additional qualifications would enhance the applicant’s profile and potential contribution to the service.
Person Specification – Training Skills
Essential requirements include possessing training and education skills to teach junior medical, nursing and midwifery staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate leadership qualities and provide learning opportunities within the clinical environment for junior colleagues. This role requires someone who is committed to education and mentorship as fundamental aspects of medical practice.
Person Specification – Experience & Knowledge
Essential experience includes a wide general obstetrics and gynaecology training background and good experience at running labour ward and Emergency Gynaecology at a senior level. Desirable experience includes either risk management experience or fetal monitoring leadership. The trust is looking for a consultant with comprehensive experience who can provide expert clinical leadership.
Person Specification – Communication Skills
Essential communication requirements include excellent communication skills both oral and written, ability to establish good working relationships with staff, and ability to communicate well with patients. The successful candidate must act with integrity and be willing to seek timely assistance from colleagues and discuss clinical issues when appropriate. Advanced communication skills training is considered desirable.
Person Specification – Management Experience
Essential management requirements include good organisational skills and time management, preparedness to challenge/correct poor performance, and taking responsibility for personal and professional development. Desirable experience includes training and interest in medical management. The trust values consultants who can contribute to the effective management of the department.
Trust Values
Our values – Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence – are at the heart of all we do. We believe in providing the right care in the right place at the right time…all the time. As Trust Chairman Russell Hardy states: “The strength of the Trust is its amazing staff; a great place to work, a great place to develop your career and a great place to reach your potential.”
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. The trust is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified international candidates who meet the essential criteria for this position. The Certificate of Sponsorship process will be managed in accordance with UK Visas and Immigration regulations.
Criminal Records Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and 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. All applicants must be prepared to undergo this mandatory check as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and follow the application process for reference number 229-SD-GT-7574455. The closing date for applications is 14 December 2025. International applicants should ensure they verify their visa eligibility with the employer before applying and be prepared to provide criminal record certificates from any country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Application Checklist for International Applicants
Before applying, international candidates should: 1) Verify eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa with the employer, 2) Prepare required professional qualifications and GMC registration documentation, 3) Obtain criminal record certificates from relevant countries, 4) Prepare evidence of English language proficiency if required, and 5) Contact Mr. Hamza Katali (Clinical Director) at [email protected] or 01432 355444 for any questions about the application process or sponsorship details.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Mr. Hamza Katali, Clinical Director, at [email protected] or by phone at 01432 355444. The AAC interview date is scheduled for 27th January 2026. More information about Wye Valley NHS Trust can be found at https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/. Privacy notice information is available at https://www.wyevalley.nhs.uk/about-us/privacy-notice.aspx.
