Isle of Wight NHS • Newport PO30 5TG
About this role
The successful applicant will provide a comprehensive Obstetric and Gynaecological service to ensure the IWT are able to provide place‑based care wherever possible/appropriate adhering to NHS population‑health priorities.
The Isle of Wight has a finite but diverse population therefore applications are welcome for the following
Core Gynaecology Subspecialties
- Gynaecological Oncology, Urogynaecology, Maternal & Reproductive Health (Benign Gynaecology focus). Targeted subspecialty interests (e.g. urogynaecology, hysteroscopy, colposcopy, menopause are also welcome to support the IWTs desire to build and maintain a Resilient, Future‑Proof Consultant Workforce.
To participate in the 1
6 Consultant on-call rota as agreed with appointee.
Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff.
You will work as a dual‑role Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, contributing across maternity, emergency and elective gynaecology services.
Key features include
- Consultant‑led labour ward presence and antenatal clinics
- Planned gynaecology clinics and theatre sessions
- Supervision and support of specialty doctors, trainees and students
- Active involvement in governance, audit, teaching and service development
- Participation in a consultant on‑call rota currently 1:6
We are particularly keen to appoint consultants with interests in any of these specialty areas
- Urogynaecology
- Gynaecological oncology
- Maternal medicine
- Benign gynaecological surgery
- Fertility, colposcopy, hysteroscopy or menopause care
Subspecialty interests will be supported and developed within a balanced generalist model.
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trust’s beach hut in Ryde. We offer many flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.
The on-call commitment is 1 in 6 and the appropriate supplement is Category A low frequency with 3% payable. There is an on-call allocation of 1.25 PA (including 0.83 PAs unpredictable activity and 0.42 PAs evening on-site ward round) which is incorporated into the 10.0 PA job plan.
This advert closes on Saturday 9 May 2026
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