Clinical Fellow in Gynaecology Oncology (ST5)
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £67,325.00 to £76,582.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £67325.00 - £76582.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 May 2026 |
| Location: | Taunton, TA1 5DA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9184-26-0692 |
Summary
Post Overview This Clinical Fellow position offers a unique opportunity to work within a team trained in Institute for Healthcare Improvement Methodology, contributing to the development and delivery of improvement projects within the Gynaecological Oncology Department. The team also has strong expertise in research synthesis, and the post includes substantial teaching and mentoring responsibilities for medical students and more junior resident doctors. Previous fellows have used their protected research time to enrol in the IHI educational programme, undertake a formal MSc in Healthcare and Medicine via the University of Exeter, or begin work leading to a PhD by publication. Working Pattern & Contract 48 hour working week, paid at MT04/MT05 depending on whether the postholder is ST5 or ST6+ at commencement. No obstetric on-call commitment. 1-2 extended theatre days per week. 12 month initial contract, extendable to 2-3 years if undertaking a formal postgraduate degree and progressing satisfactorily. Flexible working arrangements with another Gynae Oncology Fellow to ensure cover during leave. Research, Audit & Management Training There is an absolute expectation that the postholder will undertake research, audit and management training. 1 day per week is ringfenced for academic work. On starting, you will meet with your Educational Supervisor to identify training needs and create a personalised development plan. Strong links exist with other hospital departments, providing opportunities for training with oncologists and other surgical specialties. The department has an excellent track record of supporting trainees into SST, ensuring they begin subspecialty training with the skills and confidence to thrive. Weekly Programme (Indicative) Ward rounds: preoperative and 1--2 postoperative sessions weekly, plus daily business rounds. Academic study/audit: 2 sessions per week. Theatre: 1x3 session inpatient list per week 2x3 session lists when the other Fellow is on leave 1 Day Surgery session every 4--8 weeks Colposcopy and outpatient hysteroscopy training Educational supervision, teaching and learning sessions You will be assigned both a Subspecialty Educational Supervisor and a Colposcopy Supervisor. Teaching & Mentoring Responsibilities Teaching and mentoring junior resident doctors undertaking their own improvement projects. Teaching GPVTS trainees and O&G residents rotating through the department. Participation in the hospital's Healthcare Improvement Network. Facilities & Educational Environment Dedicated office space in the GRACE Centre with full access to computer based literature search tools. An active Postgraduate Centre with a well resourced library, excellent IT facilities, and lecture theatres. Internet access available in all wards and outpatient consultation rooms. Regular educational activities include: Gynaecological Oncology MDT Colposcopy MDT Departmental audit meetings Team meetings Multidisciplinary oncology meetings Fellows are encouraged to participate and present at these meetings. Training & Accreditation Attendance at a basic colposcopy course is expected. Ongoing training will support progression toward colposcopy accreditation.