Subspecialty Trainee Post in Maternal and Fetal Medicine


Company:	Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£41,750 - £69,976 Per annum plus London Weighting
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SW10 9NH
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	2 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

A Vacancy at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Applications are invited for a newly RCOG accredited subspecialty training programme in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. The post offers high quality comprehensive training in all aspects of Maternal-Fetal medicine at Chelsea & Westminster/West Middlesex University and King’s College Hospitals. The training program is modular, and covers all aspects of the RCOG syllabus in Maternal-Fetal medicine. The successful applicant will take part in the general obstetrics and gynaecology on-call rota.

Candidates must have completed training to at least ST5 level.The programme is over 2 year’s whole time equivalent, if the trainee is research exempt at the time of registering for subspecialty training, and over three years, if the trainee has not achieved research exemption at the time of registration. Training is undertaken as a series of modules and each module covers a particular aspect of the MFM curriculum ensuring that all training opportunities are covered.

To discuss the position or arrange an informal visit please contact Professor Makrina Savvidou, Consultant in Obstetrics and Fetal Medicine Lead for Fetal Medicine, Chelsea & Westminster (m.savvidou@nhs.net) and Miss Joanna Girling, Lead for Maternal Medicine, West Middlesex University Hospital (joanna.girling@nhs.net). Candidates are advised to read the job description, which includes the selection criteria and details on how to apply.

This post would be suitable for any trainee who has successfully completed ST5 or equivalent or is post-CCT. Previous experience in Maternal-Fetal Medicine would be advantageous but is not essential. Trainees must have MRCOG or equivalent. The appointee will be expected to register with the Subspecialty training programme at the RCOG. The appointee will have a named educational supervisor. Annual leave and study leave is commensurate with other post foundation doctors. The aim of this post is to equip the post-holder with the necessary clinical skills to become a recognised subspecialist in Maternal and Fetal Medicine.

The core programme includes 4 to 5 sessions per week on the Fetal Medicine unit for training in ultrasound and performing invasive procedures. A further session is allocated to the weekly Fetal Medicine case review meeting and for research seminars. Maternal medicine training consists of weekly, whole day, multidisciplinary Obstetric Medicine clinics, a weekly diabetic antenatal clinic (6 months), a cardiac antenatal clinic and other specialist antenatal clinics (neurology, haematology, hepatology, rheumatology and infectious diseases).

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

Monday

(C&WH)

Tuesday

(KCH- C&WH)

Wednesday

(C&WH)

Thursday

(WMUH)

Friday (WMUH/C&WH)

Fetal Med/Modules (1:1)

Fetal Med (1:1) for 12 months then Maternal Med (1:1)

MDT meetings

Fetal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1) for 6 months at WMUH then Fetal Med (1:1)

Fetal Med/Modules (1:1)

Fetal Med (1:1)

Maternal Med (1:1)

Research/Meetings/

Admin (1:1)

Evening

LW (1:3-4)

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. The specific structure of the training programme will be tailored to the individual’s needs. Performance will be monitored against set objectives.

All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior member of staff.

This advert closes on Thursday 15 Oct 2026

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