About this role
Job summary
Fixed Term - 12 months | 6.73 PA (additional 1.875 PA's available)
Applications are invited from candidates with experience in General Paediatrics.
This role is to provide cover for a short-term career break and to support improvement of outpatient capacity for children awaiting General Paediatric clinics. The post will involve delivery of General Paediatric outpatient clinics based at Sheffield Children's Hospital and the Northern General Hospital.
The successful applicant will also contribute to the General Paediatric Consultant of the Week rota and participate in out-of-hours acute General Paediatrics.
Applicants must hold, or be within six months of obtaining, a CCST in Paediatrics at the time of commencing the post.
Consultants who are unable to work full-time for personal reasons are encouraged to apply. Where applicable, job plan modifications will be discussed on an individual basis in consultation with Consultant colleagues and the Trust.
Main duties of the job
The General Paediatrics team delivers a comprehensive secondary-level paediatric service to the population of Sheffield. The service provides daily General Paediatric outpatient clinics, inpatient acute care, and an established Consultant of the Week model, with responsibility for all admitted patients during in-hours. An out-of-hours on-call service ensures continuity of high-quality care at all times.
The service is led by Dr Lucy Hinds, Team Leader for General Paediatrics, with regular Consultant meetings supporting collaborative working, service development, and clinical governance.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
Delivering excellent, high-quality outpatient and inpatient care to the local population Ensuring care is accessible, responsive, and patient-centred Maintaining the highest clinical standards across all areas of general paediatric practice Providing care that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and their families Offering high-quality training, supervision, and educational support for medical students and junior doctors throughout their placement at Sheffield Children's Hospital
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Lucy Hinds Tel-01142717000 Email - [email protected]
Interviews are scheduled to take place on TBC
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MBBS or equivalent GMC Registration MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification
Desirable
Higher degree e.g. MSc/PhD relevant to the subspecialty
Training Essential
Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training Valid APLS training
Desirable
FMERSA Certification APLS instructor
Clinical Experience Essential
Good clinical experience in general paediatrics Evidence of safeguarding experience
Desirable
Experience of working within the NHS Paediatric dermatology experience in secondary or tertiary setting
Audit/ Research Essential
Experience in clinical audit and quality improvement
Desirable
Able to initiate and carry out medical research projects
Teaching Essential
Experience in training undergraduate medical students and post graduate doctors
Desirable
Specific training in education and/or appraisal
Management Essential
Experience in management e.g., trainee rotas Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants
Desirable
Specific management training Evidence of management of change
Personal Attributes Essential
Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from both medical and other disciplines Good communication skills
Demonstrates Trust Values Essential
Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
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).
Employer details Employer name Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sheffield Children's Hospital
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)