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Consultant in Obstetrics - Obstetric Lead

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple, EX31 4JB · EXETER, EX2 5DW

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

20 September 2026

20 days left

Job description

Could this be the leadership role that defines your career? Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an outstanding Consultan...

Are you an established leader or an ambitious consultant ready to take the next step in your career with the chance to influence strategic direction and develop leadership experience at scale?

Join a collaborative and supportive

consultant team, working with experienced operational and clinical leaders who

are committed to maternity services in Devon. The role offers a combination of

strategic leadership, clinical practice and service development, with the

autonomy to make a visible difference to our communities.

Opportunities also exist to develop

interests in research, teaching, quality improvement and service innovation

through our close links with the University of Exeter Medical School and

regional networks.

Enhanced recruitment and relocation

package

Were offering accommodation, travel and

expenses for you and your family to visit, meet the team and experience the

area first-hand. When you move, you'll benefit from bespoke relocation support

and a very significant recruitment and retention premium.

Digital innovation

Were a digitally advanced Trust, using

virtual wards, the Epic electronic patient record and ambient voice technology

to enhance patient care and support our workforce.

Love where you live

North Devon combines a spectacular

coastline, beautiful countryside and strong local communities, making it an

ideal place to build a career and enjoy a great quality of life.

For leaders who want to shape services

and create lasting impact, this is a rare opportunity.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

For further information please

contact: Michelle Treglown at michelletreglown@nhs.net or

on 07720 168623.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Join one of the South West's largest, most innovative and research-led NHS trusts.

At the Royal Devon, you'll be part of a team of around 15,000 colleagues making a difference to the health and wellbeing of communities across Devon and beyond. Caring for more than 615,000 people, we deliver services ranging from emergency and specialist care in our acute hospitals to community, diagnostic and home-based services, supporting patients wherever they need us.

What makes the Royal Devon special is our people. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive. Our values shape everything we do, from the care we provide to the way we work together, and we're proud of the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives that strengthen our organisation.

We have strong links to local universities, a robust research and innovation culture, and a focus on collaboration, technology and improving patient care. If you want to be part of an organisation that is ambitious for its communities, its services and its people, we'd love to hear from you.

General Requirements

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Desirable

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

19 August 2026

Last checked

21 August 2026

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About the employer

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Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

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