About this role
Job summary
This is a new permanent post to allow extended consultant SDEC cover until 21:30, as well as developing a local CEW (complications of excess weight) service. Experience in management of obesity, adolescent medicine and service development would be valuable.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and enthusiastic team who believe in leading from the frontline with the aim of providing outstanding care to our community and investing in the well-being and development of our people.
There is a combined Department of Paediatrics and Child Health within the Acute Trust resulting in improved liaison and integration in the care of patients and the training of junior doctors.
Paediatric in-patient services and neonatal services are provided at the Royal Berkshire Hospital. The children's wards, paediatric observation unit, and outpatient clinic opened in 2002, and are sited centrally within the Hospital. The neonatal unit was refurbished in 2014 and is situated in the maternity block. The Dingley Child Development Centre is currently located at Erlegh House, University of Reading.
The simulation date is 18th August 2026 and the Interview date is 21st August 2026.
Main duties of the job
Job Title:
Consultant
Clinical Speciality / Sub-Speciality:
General Paediatrics
Care Group/Clinical Directorate:
Urgent Care Group/Women's and Children's
Reports To:
Clinical Lead for Acute Paediatrics
Accountable To:
Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
Nominal Base:
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Hours:
Full time: 10 Programme Activities (PA)*
Contract Type:
Substantive
Salary:
As per Consultant Contract
New or Replacement Post:
Replacement
On-Call Rota Requirements:
To provide on-call cover for paediatrics on a 1 in 14 rota. On-call is Category 'A' non-resident with 3% on-call intensity supplement.
Pension:
NHS Contributory Scheme
Annual Leave Entitlement:
On appointment: 33 days (pro rata for part time)
After 7 years' service: 35 days (pro rata for part time)
Study Leave Entitlement:
A maximum of 30 days within a three year period. For further details, contact the Medical Education Team.
About us
Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will share clinical and managerial leadership within the Paediatric Department with the present consultant paediatricians.
A. Clinical
To provide with colleagues, acute and general paediatric services in both In Patient and outpatient settings and on-call cover.
B. Management responsibilities
Active participation in monthly clinical governance meetings within the integrated paediatric department.
Participation and involvement in meetings and other business in the combined Department of Paediatrics.
Teaching
This includes teaching of medical students and junior doctors who rotate through the Paediatric Department and contributing to the continuing medical education programme of the combined department. It is expected that the post holder will act asclinical supervisor to trainees within the department and the Oxford Deanery Post- Graduate School of Paediatrics.
The Department provides residency placements throughout the year to medical students from Oxford University.
Research
There is active research team at the Royal Berkshire. There are 2 paediatric research nurses, with ongoing recruitment to several multicentre studies. A particular interest in research with a view to becoming principle investigator in studies would be advantageous. There are ample opportunities for research with a wealth of clinical material associated with the large population, links with Reading University and close proximity to Oxford.
E. Continuing Professional Development
The appointee will be expected to participate in personal appraisals annually and will also be expected to actively take part in the RCPCH CPD program.
The responsible officer for the post is currently the Medical Director and there is a revalidation officer to provide administrative support and advice for medical staff maintaining their credentials for revalidation.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
MRCPCH/MRCP or equivalent The applicant is on the specialist register or can provide evidence that they are within 6 months of award of a CCT at the time of interview Full GMC Registration Up to date PALS/APLS/EPLS resuscitation certificate
Desirable
Post graduate qualification in education or related subjects
Knowledge Essential
Broad general paediatric training including outpatient experience Acute paediatrics
Desirable
Experience in paediatric ambulatory care
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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Berkshire Hospital
Reading
RG15AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)