Clinical Fellow in Haematology, Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent children's healthcare provider in Birmingham seeks a Clinical Fellow in Haematology, Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology. This role offers training and clinical experience at middle grade level in a leading paediatric centre. Ideal candidates will have completed MRCPCH and possess at least 2 years in Paediatric Medicine. The postholder will participate in comprehensive clinical duties and development opportunities in one of the UK's largest treatment centres.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years full time postgraduate training or equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience in Paediatric Medicine.
• At least 1 year experience in Haematology and Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to inpatients in Haematology-Oncology.
• Conduct bone marrow aspiration and trephine biopsy.
• Supervise ST2/3 and Trust doctors in patient care.

Skills

Judgement

Problem Solving

Situation Awareness

Decision Making

Leadership

Organisation and Planning

Knowledge of NHS Structures

Education

Medical Degree from a University recognized by the GMC

MRCPCH or equivalent

Postgraduate fellowship in Haematology and Oncology

Job description

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow in Haematology, Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology

The closing date is 23 November 2025

This is a post created for an enthusiastic and highly able Paediatric Haematology‑Oncology trainee to gain clinical experience in Haematology, Stem cell transplant and Oncology specialties at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, at middle grade level. The postholder will work at middle grade level in the departments of oncology, stem cell transplant and clinical haematology.

The postholder will be able to gain valuable experience in managing children with solid tumours, CNS tumours, leukaemias, stem cell transplants and non‑malignant haematological conditions including haemoglobinopathies and bleeding disorders. There will be opportunities for research and audit and to develop specific interests. Full participation in the postgraduate activity of the hospital is encouraged and the postholder will receive the same entitlement to leave and study leave as ST3+. It provides an ideal opportunity for additional training in haematology, transplantation and oncology in one of the largest Principal Treatment Centres in the UK. It is particularly suitable for trainees post MRCPCH (or equivalent) who wish to gain further experience in a large UK paediatric haematology / oncology centre or develop an area of interest, prior to a career in either paediatric haematology or paediatric oncology in their home country.

Main duties of the job

This post offers comprehensive training in paediatric haematology‑oncology and stem cell transplant. We aspire to develop the next generation of leading clinical and academic paediatric Oncologists/Haematologists.

We are one of the largest haematology‑oncology‑BMT units in the UK and trainees will learn to investigate and manage a wide range of common and rare conditions. The appointees will be expected to rotate through inpatient and outpatient oncology, neuro‑oncology, malignant and benign haematology (haemophilia and haemoglobinopathy), and stem cell transplant. These rotations are distinct firms to allow the trainee to be immersed in the subspecialty areas and gain in‑depth exposure to the case load. Training will be provided as required for the postholder who will be expected to perform the following duties on a regular basis:

• Ward round and clinical care of inpatients.
• Review of unwell haematology / transplant/ oncology ‘drop‑in’ patients.
• Bone marrow aspiration and trephine biopsy.
• Diagnostic lumbar puncture.
• Therapeutic lumbar puncture and the administration of intrathecal chemotherapy.
• Review of patients in leukaemia and oncology treatment clinics.
• Prescription of chemotherapy for patients attending treatment clinics and receiving inpatient chemotherapy.
• Supervision of ST2/3 and Trust doctors in the care of haematology / oncology patients.
• Out of hours cover for Haematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant patients in the evening and weekends (rotation).

About us

Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world‑class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world‑leading neo‑natale and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family‑centred care. Birmingham Children’s Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women’s Hospital is one of two dedicated women’s hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0‑25 years old.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender‑identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Women and Children NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS & CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

• Medical Degree from a University recognised by the GMC
• A minimum of 4 years full time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part‑time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies and MRCPCH or equivalent
• At least 2 years previous experience in Paediatric Medicine
• At least 1 year Experience in Haematology and Oncology
• Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
• Postgraduate fellowship in Haematology and Oncology

ELIGIBILITY

• Full GMC registration or eligible for the Medical Training Initiative (MTI)
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• 12 months of continuous practice prior to being appointed and more than 3 years of practice in the last 5 years

ELIGIBILITY LANGUAGE SKILLS

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
• Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting
• MTI applicants must demonstrate competency in English through a score of at least 7.0 in each component of the English Language Testing Service (IELTS) test with no less than 7.5 overall or a grade of B in each component of the medical version of the Occupational English Test (or OET)

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
• Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
• Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
• Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision‑making skills
• Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi‑disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
• Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
• Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways
• Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
• Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.

PROBITY

• Professional Integrity: Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients' advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of an NHS employee.
• Professional Attitude: Reliable, self‑awareness, self‑motivation, commitment, dedication, positive, flexible, innovative, methodical, organised and approachable

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.

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust