Visa Note
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship to the UK, all international applicants must verify their eligibility with the employer before applying. The certificate of sponsorship enables skilled workers to work in the UK, but individual circumstances may affect eligibility. Please contact the employer directly to discuss your specific situation and confirm visa requirements.
Job Overview
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Obstetrician to join our dedicated maternity services team. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment providing antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care for over 10,000 births per year across two Delivery Suites and two co-located Birth Centres. Our service includes one Level 3 neonatal unit at Leicester Royal Infirmary and one Level 1 unit at Leicester General Hospital, making us a major tertiary referral centre providing comprehensive Fetal and Maternal Medicine services across the East Midlands.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be joining a team of experienced healthcare professionals who provide specialist multidisciplinary care for pregnancies complicated by fetal or maternal medical conditions, as well as for women at high risk of massive haemorrhage. UHL is recognised as the regional host for abnormally invasive placenta service (AIP), offering the opportunity to work with complex cases and develop specialist interests. Consultants are encouraged to develop a specialist service in obstetrics while maintaining high standards in all aspects of care.
Key Responsibilities
The Consultant Obstetrician will undertake managerial duties associated with patient care and the running of their Clinical Department. They will be required to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and supervise junior medical staff. The role includes clinical responsibilities in both acute and elective settings, with an emphasis on delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to women throughout their pregnancy journey.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time permanent position with a structured job plan running over a nine-week period consisting of two types of working weeks: Hot Week Delivery Suite Cover and Core job plan. The Consultants work in teams to provide prospective cover for clinics, MAU and elective Caesarean section lists, requiring flexibility for these sessions. The job plan will be subject to annual review with any revisions sought by mutual agreement.
Person Specification – Qualifications
Essential qualifications include MB BS or equivalent, Full GMC Registration, MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration, and relevant CCT or equivalent (with ‘equivalence’ confirmed by GMC by date of AAC). Desirable qualifications include membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations and a higher degree such as MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent.
Person Specification – Experience & Clinical Skills
Essential experience includes ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Management and demonstrated clinical knowledge and expertise with appropriate skills in applying sound clinical judgment. Essential clinical skills include IT proficiency, willingness to develop skills in areas of interest, ability to take full responsibility for patient care, and delivery of good acute clinical care. A desirable qualification is RCOG ATSM in High risk pregnancy or Obstetric medicine.
Person Specification – Management
The successful candidate should demonstrate awareness of service development issues, evidence of management and administration experience, and management training on an accredited course. These skills are essential for effectively running a clinical department and contributing to service improvements within the Trust.
Person Specification – Motivation
Personal integrity and reliability are essential qualities for this role, along with the ability to motivate and develop both medical and non-medical staff. A desirable attribute is commitment to further developing the post and the service provided, demonstrating forward-thinking and dedication to continuous improvement.
Person Specification – Teaching
Experience of and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduates is essential, with enthusiasm and the ability to inspire others being key qualities. Desirable qualifications include a postgraduate qualification or ATSM in medical education, as well as appraisal and assessment skills.
Person Specification – Quality Improvement
Experience in and commitment to medical audit is essential for this role. Desirable attributes include completion of formal courses in audit and published audit work, demonstrating a commitment to evidence-based practice and service improvement through systematic evaluation of care processes.
Person Specification – Research
Understanding and interest in research are essential qualities. Desirable attributes include evidence of recent research and development activity, as well as publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
Person Specification – Equality & Diversity
Ability to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs is essential. This includes maintaining an inclusive approach to patient care and workplace interactions.
Person Specification – Communication Skills
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that enable effective communication with patients and colleagues are essential. Additional essential qualities include empathy, sensitivity, capacity to take others’ perspectives, and highly developed emotional intelligence. Desirable attributes include high standards of written and verbal presentation, track record of successful change management, and ability to maintain focus in demanding environments.
About University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence. We embed health equality in all we do, taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our Values
Our strategy is underpinned by values that we work to ensure are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team. This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must 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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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. This is a standard requirement for all clinical positions within the NHS.
How to Apply
Apply via the NHS Jobs website. International applicants should follow these steps: 1) Verify your visa eligibility with the employer before applying, 2) Prepare all required qualifications and certifications including GMC registration evidence, 3) Prepare criminal record certificates from any countries where you have lived for 12+ months in the past 10 years, 4) Contact Penny McParland, Head of Service, at penelope.mcparland2@nhs.net or 01162587770 if you have any questions about the application process or visa sponsorship, 5) Submit your application through the NHS Jobs portal by the closing date of 30 January 2026.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Penny McParland (Head of Service) via email at penelope.mcparland2@nhs.net or phone at 01162587770. For more information about University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, visit our website at https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/. For additional information about the Trust, you can also visit https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk.
Equal Opportunities
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks including reference verification and occupational health clearance.