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Job overview

It is expected that the successful candidates will be based on one site but there may be a need for working across sites in the future depending on unit needs. 

This appointment will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions of service for the 2003 consultant contract (England).

NWAFT serves a diverse and fast-growing population of 700,000 people and employs around 6,000 staff.   NWAFT is commissioned by Cambridgeshire and Peterborough ICB and Lincolnshire ICB. 

Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke Maternity Departments have been rated as ‘Good’ by CQC in June 2023. They have fully equipped obstetric and midwifery led birthing units, fetal medicine scanning and high risk obstetric services in addition to high quality modern inpatient and outpatient Gynaecology services. The Maternity IT system is K2 with all 3 modules- Antenatal, Intrapartum and Postnatal. The unit has achieved UNICEF Level 3 for Breast Feeding Initiative (BFI).

 Both units have a credible reputation for their personal approach to the provision of maternity services and the excellent care provided for women and their families. There are about 2200 births per annum at Hinchingbrooke Hospital (HH). Peterborough City Hospital (PCH) delivers around 4500 women per annum. Both units have a Midwifery-led birthing Unit (MLBU) alongside the Consultant led Unit.

Main duties of the job

The standard job plan is of 10 programmed activities (PAs). This includes participation in a 1 in 9 on call rota for Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Hinchingbrooke Hospital.

Applications are welcome from those unable to work full time for personal reasons or those wishing to job-share. 

Prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the Trust. To arrange this or to discuss the post in more detail please contact Miss Hema Nosib, Clinical Lead for Obstetrics and Gynaecology at HH.

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.