LONDON DEANERY

SUB SPECIALTY TRAINING PLACEMENT IN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE

Applications are invited for appointment to this Subspecialty Training Placement in Reproductive Medicine on the Specialty Training Programme in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at UCLH Hospital NHS Trust commencing in January 2011 for a period of 24 months. Progression to year 2 is subject to the satisfactory completion of year 1.  A National Training Number (NTN) is not available for this appointment. NTN holders will need the written agreement of their postgraduate dean to bring their training number with them.

The post is open to trainees who have completed at least three years of a higher Specialty Training Programme or equivalent.  The posts are also open to doctors wishing to undertake post-CCST/CCT sub-specialty training, or EEA/Overseas doctors who wish to pursue part of their Higher Specialist Training in the UK. 

All candidates must be eligible for registration with the GMC and hold full MRCOG. Candidates must also ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria with regards to immigration status, English language skills, and the minimum educational entry criteria for the specialty and level as set out in the person specification. Eligibility criteria must be met by the application closing date for the relevant specialty/level. Where equivalent postgraduate qualifications or experience are being offered as evidence of entry criteria, it is essential that the candidate provides confirmation from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists if shortlisted for an interview. Shortlisted applicants must be able to provide evidence of their immigration status at interview.

Non UK / EEA applicants should ensure that they are aware of changes to the immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application please visit www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk or contact the Home Office's UK Border Agency by e-mail: UKBApublicenquiries@ukba.gsi.gov.uk

The Postgraduate Dean confirms that this placement and / or programme has the required educational and Dean’s approval. The Training Programme is equally open to those who may, either from the outset or subsequently, wish to train flexibly or job share.  Approval must be sought from the Deanery prior to interview and this is subject to availability of suitable training placements. 

Applicants need to be aware that although trainees' preferences are considered when making decisions on placements, final decisions take into account the service needs of all sites within our training programmes. 

In the event of further training opportunities becoming available in any of the programmes managed by the London Deanery, shortlisted candidates may also be considered for these posts. 

Please note that the vacancies advertised may be subject to change prior to interview. 

For further information regarding the programme please contact Miss Melanie Davies, Consultant Gynaecologist (UCLH) Tel: 020 7380 9759 or email melanie.davies@uclh.org

For further information on the London Deanery and its training programmes please visit http://www.londondeanery.ac.uk. 

Application packs can be downloaded from http://www.londondeanery.ac.uk/var/recruitment/sub-specialty-recruitment

Please state reference 040/109 clearly in all communication.

Application forms will be available on the London Deanery website on 20th August 2010 at 12.00 noon British Summer Time (GMT + 1) for 28 days. Please note the timescale for the receipt of applications which is not later than 18.30 UK local time on 17 September 2010. Late applications will not be considered.

We are actively pursuing equal opportunities.