Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ ST6+) in Obstetrics Anaesthetics: Sponsorship Available

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ ST6+) in Obstetric Anaesthesia at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, part of Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

This post is available from 03 February 2027, for a period of 12 months.

This fellowship programme in Obstetric Anaesthesia would suit applicants who are working towards the completion of a recognised Anaesthetic specialist training programme and includes someone who is nearing or already possesses a CCT in Anaesthesia. The post offers the opportunity to develop and increase Anaesthetic experience in Obstetric Anaesthesia.

Main duties of the job

The level of supervision will be tailored to the Fellow’s prior experience. The fellowship programme mirrors the requirements for the Royal College of Anaesthetists Advanced Training in Obstetric Anaesthesia, but is not recognised as a training post. The Clinical Fellow Higher will take part in the resident on call rota on a 1:8 frequency.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at time of commencement is required.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

  • FRCA or Equivalent Qualification
  • GMC Licence to Pratice at time of application
  • Clinical training and experience equivalent to ST3+ in Anaesthesia, and to fulfil all aspects of the job plan
  • Logbook indicating validated experience of appropriate range and number of clinical procedures

Desirable

  • Higher degree, e.g.MD/PhD
  • Presentations/Publications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 6 September 2026

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