Consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £109,725 - £145,478 per annum + London weighting (on-call Cat A 3%) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | London, NW1 2BU |
| Company: | University College London Hospital |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7830537/309-UCLH-7537 |
Summary
A Vacancy at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine (Substantive) – Two Posts
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH)
In partnership with North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust (NMUH)
Full-time / Less Than Full-Time Considered
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to invite applications for two substantive Consultant posts in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine, supporting the continued development of high-quality maternity and specialist fetal medicine services across North Central London.
These are exciting opportunities for clinicians with recognised subspecialty training in Fetal Medicine to join a well-established, progressive multidisciplinary team, delivering both specialist and general obstetric care.
Posts Available
This is a single recruitment process for two posts, with applicants invited to indicate their preference at application:
• Post 1: Consultant in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine
With primary Fetal Medicine Unit (FMU) sessions based at UCLH
• Post 2: Consultant in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine
With primary Fetal Medicine Unit (FMU) sessions (one day per week) based at North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH)
CV required for the application
The postholders will:
• Deliver high-quality consultant-led general obstetric care, including labour ward and antenatal services
• Participate in consultant on-call rotas, including out-of-hours and weekend working
• Provide specialist Fetal Medicine clinics, ultrasound, and invasive procedures as appropriate
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and complex case management
• Support service development, quality improvement, and pathway redesign
• Contribute to teaching, training, and supervision of trainees and allied staff
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and research
• Work collaboratively across UCLH and NMUH sites
Job plans will be agreed in line with service needs and individual expertise and will support continuing professional development.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Person Specification
Applicants must:
• Be eligible for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (or within 6 months of CCT at interview)
• Hold recognised subspecialty training/accreditation in Fetal and Maternal Medicine (or be near completion)
• Demonstrate strong experience in both general obstetrics and specialist fetal medicine
• Show excellent clinical, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrate commitment to patient-centred care and multidisciplinary working
• Evidence engagement in teaching, research, audit, and service improvement
Applications
This is a combined recruitment for two posts.
Applicants should clearly state in their application:
• Whether they are applying for Post 1 (UCLH-based FMU), Post 2 (NMUH-based FMU), or both, and
• Their preferred post, if applicable.
The Department
UCLH delivers a comprehensive tertiary maternity and fetal medicine service, providing care for a complex and diverse population. The department has a strong focus on clinical excellence, education, research, and innovation, and works closely with partner organisations across North Central London.
The successful candidates will join an experienced multidisciplinary team including consultant colleagues, specialist midwives, sonographers, nurses, and allied health professionals, with strong links to neonatology, genetics, and paediatric subspecialties at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
This advert closes on Monday 23 Mar 2026
Consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine (Substantive) – Two Posts
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH)
In partnership with North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust (NMUH)
Full-time / Less Than Full-Time Considered
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to invite applications for two substantive Consultant posts in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine, supporting the continued development of high-quality maternity and specialist fetal medicine services across North Central London.
These are exciting opportunities for clinicians with recognised subspecialty training in Fetal Medicine to join a well-established, progressive multidisciplinary team, delivering both specialist and general obstetric care.
Posts Available
This is a single recruitment process for two posts, with applicants invited to indicate their preference at application:
• Post 1: Consultant in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine
With primary Fetal Medicine Unit (FMU) sessions based at UCLH
• Post 2: Consultant in Obstetrics with Subspecialty Interest in Fetal Medicine
With primary Fetal Medicine Unit (FMU) sessions (one day per week) based at North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH)
CV required for the application
The postholders will:
• Deliver high-quality consultant-led general obstetric care, including labour ward and antenatal services
• Participate in consultant on-call rotas, including out-of-hours and weekend working
• Provide specialist Fetal Medicine clinics, ultrasound, and invasive procedures as appropriate
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and complex case management
• Support service development, quality improvement, and pathway redesign
• Contribute to teaching, training, and supervision of trainees and allied staff
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and research
• Work collaboratively across UCLH and NMUH sites
Job plans will be agreed in line with service needs and individual expertise and will support continuing professional development.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
Person Specification
Applicants must:
• Be eligible for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (or within 6 months of CCT at interview)
• Hold recognised subspecialty training/accreditation in Fetal and Maternal Medicine (or be near completion)
• Demonstrate strong experience in both general obstetrics and specialist fetal medicine
• Show excellent clinical, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrate commitment to patient-centred care and multidisciplinary working
• Evidence engagement in teaching, research, audit, and service improvement
Applications
This is a combined recruitment for two posts.
Applicants should clearly state in their application:
• Whether they are applying for Post 1 (UCLH-based FMU), Post 2 (NMUH-based FMU), or both, and
• Their preferred post, if applicable.
The Department
UCLH delivers a comprehensive tertiary maternity and fetal medicine service, providing care for a complex and diverse population. The department has a strong focus on clinical excellence, education, research, and innovation, and works closely with partner organisations across North Central London.
The successful candidates will join an experienced multidisciplinary team including consultant colleagues, specialist midwives, sonographers, nurses, and allied health professionals, with strong links to neonatology, genetics, and paediatric subspecialties at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
This advert closes on Monday 23 Mar 2026
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