Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Paediatric Retrieval (PaNDR)

NHS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cambridge is seeking a Clinical Fellow Higher in Paediatric Retrieval. The role involves responsibilities in acute settings, contributing to team-based care and research. Candidates should have essential experience in Anaesthetics, Intensive Care, or Emergency Medicine, demonstrating strong English communication skills. The post offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Support for study and professional leaves

Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunities Employer

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in Anaesthetics, Intensive Care Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• Demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Ability to obtain criminal record clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate on the Middle Grade rota, full shift pattern according to EWTD.
• Support research and audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with GMC's Good Medical Practice.

Skills

Anaesthetics

Intensive Care Medicine

Emergency Medicine

Effective communication in English

Education

Full Registration with the General Medical Council

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST6+) in Paediatric Retrieval (PaNDR) at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

There are three posts available to be recruited on this vacancy. The commencement of the posts are as follows:

• To commence as soon as possible until 05 May 2026
• To commence as soon as possible until 30 March 2026
• Less than full time post at 0.5 WTE (20 hours) to commence from 03 September 2025 for 6 months in the first instance, with a possibility for an extension.

These posts were formally held by several overseas trainees who found the exposure to an Acute Paediatric Retrieval in a Tertiary Unit to be highly beneficial.

These posts will also be appealing to senior Trainees including post CCT holders who are wishing to gain further Acute Paediatric or Paediatric Critical Care experience guided and supported by the national PICS-ATG transport Passport Curriculum. It would be particularly suited to those wishing to gain experience at middle grade level in a centre of excellence before seeking their first Consultant post.

Fellows and Trainees with at least two years of experience in Anaesthetics, Intensive Care Medicine, or trained in Emergency Medicine are also encouraged to apply.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate on the Middle Grade rota which is a full shift pattern and regulated by the European working time directive (EWTD).

Support for study and professional leaves are built in the job plan and participation in research and audit activities is strongly encouraged, although the training opportunities associated with These posts will be equal to those for the Specialty Registrars in the department.

In order to be considered, applicants must meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Please note that these posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition, however the applicant may use the experience as an Out of Programme Experience (OOPE).Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of commencement is required.

About us

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Details Date posted

29 July 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£73,992 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-CFH-5146

Job locations

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Job description Job responsibilities

PaNDR serves the region of East of England (EoE). This Service is co-located with the existing Neonatal Service based at Addenbrookes Hospital and serves 15 large non-paediatric specialist district general hospitals in addition to Addenbrookes Hospital.

PaNDR has been covering the region of the East of England from 01 April 2022 in-line with the existing neonatal team 24/7. The Service currently comprises three teams on the paediatric side and similar number on the neonatal arm of PaNDR with each having 4 dedicated brand-new purpose-designed ambulances and highly trained Ambulance Technicians.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust includes Addenbrookes and the Rosie Hospitals. We are one of the largest and busiest hospitals in the country with an outstanding reputation that is down to the exceptional people that work here.

Our philosophy is to keep the patient at the heart of everything we do. Every person that works for the Trust, regardless of their role, meets our patients and visitors with respect and is expected to uphold our values of Together - Safe, Kind, and Excellent.

We look for people who are willing to go the extra mile and committed to being part of a healthcare team that delivers an excellent caring service to our patients.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Job description Job responsibilities

PaNDR serves the region of East of England (EoE). This Service is co-located with the existing Neonatal Service based at Addenbrookes Hospital and serves 15 large non-paediatric specialist district general hospitals in addition to Addenbrookes Hospital.

PaNDR has been covering the region of the East of England from 01 April 2022 in-line with the existing neonatal team 24/7. The Service currently comprises three teams on the paediatric side and similar number on the neonatal arm of PaNDR with each having 4 dedicated brand-new purpose-designed ambulances and highly trained Ambulance Technicians.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust includes Addenbrookes and the Rosie Hospitals. We are one of the largest and busiest hospitals in the country with an outstanding reputation that is down to the exceptional people that work here.

Our philosophy is to keep the patient at the heart of everything we do. Every person that works for the Trust, regardless of their role, meets our patients and visitors with respect and is expected to uphold our values of Together - Safe, Kind, and Excellent.

We look for people who are willing to go the extra mile and committed to being part of a healthcare team that delivers an excellent caring service to our patients.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.

Person Specification Shortlistable Essential

• Yes = 1, No = 0. If applicant is not shortlistable please add reason in comments section provided.

Person Specification Shortlistable Essential

• Yes = 1, No = 0. If applicant is not shortlistable please add reason in comments section provided.

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).

Additional information 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

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)