Exciting Consultant Opportunity Available
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the O&G team at Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.
We are seeking to recruit a Consultant to join a highly supportive and collaborative team committed to delivering outstanding clinical care. We take great pride not only in achieving clinical excellence but also in fostering an inclusive and welcoming working environment where every member of staff is respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
The job plan will be weighted more to Gynaecology but, also includes an on call Obstetric component.
You will be joining a team of 14 consultants who share responsibility for the care of both inpatients and outpatients We are committed to a high-performance culture that empowers all colleagues to thrive and be their best, guided by our Trusts vision, values, and behaviours
Our department offers a wide range of general and specialist O&G services, delivered through close collaboration between consultants, doctors, nurses, and midwives These services include
Urogynaecology
Gynaecological oncology
Outpatient gynaecology
Early pregnancy assessment
Colposcopy
Specialist antenatal clinics
Fetal medicine
Consultant-led obstetrics and intrapartum care
We warmly welcome applications from individuals across all backgrounds and identities particularly those currently underrepresented in our region, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, and people with disabilities
The successful applicant will play a key role in delivering high-quality care. The postholder will contribute to benign gynaecology services, supporting the department’s efforts to reduce long waiting times. An interest in urogynaecology / vaginal surgery would be particularly welcome. The on-call rota covers both obstetrics and gynaecology.
The successful candidate will: -
Deliver high-quality, consultant-led care to patients, with a focus on safety, timeliness, and effectiveness.
Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior medical staff, ensuring robust support and the highest standards of patient care.
Actively engage in rapid assessment, treatment, and clinical decision-making processes to support safe and efficient patient journeys.
Participate in the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff, including direct supervision of junior and specialty doctors.
Contribute to the department’s clinical governance agenda, supporting continuous learning and quality improvement through leadership roles.
Adhere to and promote the Trust’s clinical and corporate governance policies.
Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to address service-related issues and support ongoing service development.
Why Work With Us
The Obstetrics & Gynaecology team is supported by a dedicated group of midwives, nurses, and Resident Doctors. The unit includes a dedicated theatre within the labour ward and facilities for water births.
The antenatal clinic is equipped with three ultrasound rooms a triage suite and a Day Assessment Unit, The Obstetric ward includes a transitional care Baby Unit for infants requiring additional support. A well-established community midwifery team complement the hospital-based services.
Gynaecology Services
The Women’s Health Unit houses a Gynaecology Clinic which is fully equipped for colposcopy and minimally invasive surgical procedures. A separate, fully functional Urodynamic Unit provides specialised investigations and care.
The department runs an in-house Termination of Pregnancy Service, an Early Pregnancy Service, and a Fertility Clinic, to ensure continuity of care across women’s health.
Our Day Surgery Unit is nationally recognised for its innovation and leadership in enhanced recovery practices. As a leading site in the Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) initiative, we deliver one of the highest proportions of major gynaecological operations as day case procedures in the country. These include:
Day case hysterectomies
Day case pelvic floor surgeries, including vaginal hysterectomy and prolapse repair
Trust Commitment and Consultant Responsibilities
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to enhancing patient safety and experience. All consultants are expected to adhere to GMC/GDC guidance and comply with the Trust’s Clinical Risk Management processes.
Key consultant responsibilities include:
Auditing their own clinical outcomes.
Reporting clinical incidents promptly and alerting the Trust to potential risks.
Participating in annual appraisals.
Fostering positive and effective team relationships.
A mentor will be assigned to the successful candidate upon commencement to provide guidance and support.
Professional Development
The successful candidate is expected to proactively plan their personal development and Continuing Medical Education (CME). Through the appraisal process, they will ensure that adequate training is undertaken to maintain clinical skills, knowledge, and expertise, and to support revalidation requirements.
Job plans will be reviewed annually between the Clinical Director and Consultant, in line with the new Consultant contract. This review will address service needs and agree objectives related to clinical standards, goals, and workload.
Teaching and Supervision
Consultants have a responsibility to teach and supervise doctors, students, and non-medical healthcare professionals. Time for these duties should be incorporated into their working week, and educational development should be part of their personal development plans.
Clinical Services Structure
Clinical services at the Trust are delivered within Care Groups. The Obstetrics & Gynaecology department sits within the Families & Community Services Care Group. The other care groups include:
Urgent and Emergency Care
Planned Care
Infection Control
In accordance with the Health Act (2006), all staff must comply with national and local infection control policies and procedures. Staff involved directly or indirectly in patient care are required to complete annual mandatory training, including hand hygiene.
Staff are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe workplace and must report any infection risks to the Infection Prevention and Control Team in line with the Trust’s Incident Reporting Policy. Consultants are expected to lead by example in maintaining the highest standards in infection prevention, an area of critical importance to the Trust.
