Clinical Fellow ST1-3 equivalent in Paediatrics

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics, where you will be part of a dedicated team improving children's health. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility, gaining invaluable experience in a variety of paediatric specialties. With a strong focus on professional development, you will receive close supervision and teaching from experienced consultants. Embrace a fulfilling career path while contributing to the well-being of young patients in a supportive and inclusive environment. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey in paediatric healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Wellbeing Programme

Buddy System for New Employees

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and advanced life support certification.
• Experience in clinical risk management and communication with patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day care in the Children's Emergency Department and inpatient wards.
• Gain extensive experience in general paediatrics and emergency care.

Skills

Clinical Risk Management

Communication Skills

IV Cannulation

Lumbar Puncture

Teaching Commitment

Education

Full GMC Registration

Advanced Life Support Certification

Higher Degree

Tools

IT Skills

Job description

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Clinical Fellow ST1-3 equivalent in Paediatrics

NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST1/2)

Main area paediatrics Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Trainee (ST1/2) Contract 12 months (Fixed term: 12 months) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week Job ref 279-MWRACHPAEDS-010B

Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital Town Brighton Salary £41,750 - £54,468 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 09/05/2025 18:00

Job overview

Clinical Fellow ST1-3 equivalent in Paediatrics

1 fixed term posts for 12 months to start as soon as possible

These roles will be located within the Children’s Emergency Department or paediatric wards, including the Paediatric Critical Care Unit and Day Case Unit.

The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital, known locally as the ‘Alex’, is developing as the children’s hospital for the South East Coast region. Opened in 2007, it is a purpose-built facility designed by children, with children, for children and has won several major awards.

It brings together paediatric services at UHs and provides a first class environment to continue to develop a broad range of specialised services for children and young people alongside more general services for our local population.

Please join our exciting team by the coast to improve and move forward your paediatric career.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties of the post include the day-to-day care of the patients who are seen in the Children’s Emergency Department and inpatient medical wards, Critical Care Unit and Day Case Unit.

During the attachment at RACH, trainees gain experience in general paediatrics embracing paediatric medicine, paediatric surgery, ambulatory care and emergency paediatrics. The experience obtained is extensive and is enhanced by the fact that all consultants have special interests. The consultant of the week provides close supervision and teaching at the bedside, and leads daily ward rounds. There are opportunities to attend outpatient clinics in general paediatrics and paediatric surgery. There are also specialised clinics run by local paediatricians, and joint clinics with visiting consultants from teaching centres.

You will work a combination of day shifts, long days, night shifts and weekends as part of a European Working Time Directive compliant rota of approximately 13 full-time equivalent people.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The clinical duties of the post include the day-to-day care of the patients who are seen in the Children’s Emergency Department and inpatient medical wards, Critical Care Unit and Day Case Unit.

During the attachment at RACH, trainees gain experience in general paediatrics embracing paediatric medicine, paediatric surgery, ambulatory care and emergency paediatrics. The experience obtained is extensive and is enhanced by the fact that all consultants have special interests. The consultant of the week provides close supervision and teaching at the bedside, and leads daily ward rounds. There are opportunities to attend outpatient clinics in general paediatrics and paediatric surgery. There are also specialised clinics run by local paediatricians, and joint clinics with visiting consultants from teaching centres.

You will work a combination of day shifts, long days, night shifts and weekends as part of a European Working Time Directive compliant rota of approximately 13 full-time equivalent people.

Person specification

Experience & Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• Advanced Life Support cert from the Resuscitation Council UK
• Higher Degree

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Understanding of clinical risk management
• An ability to communicate well with patients and staff
• Details of relevant post registration experience at ST1- 4 Level in the UK
• IV cannulation and lumbar puncture

Knowledge

• Appropriate level of clinical knowledge / up to date
• Knowledge and use of evidence based practice
• IT Skills
• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation & Planning

• Able to organise oneself and prioritise clinical need
• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification

Important information for applicants:

Please note, the use of AI generated applications will be closely monitored. It is at the managers discretion to reject your application if they feel the majority has been created through the use of AI tools.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check . We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications

Further Information

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This advertisement has a limited number of application slots and will close once full. To secure your chance, we recommend applying as soon as possible.

Name Medical Workforces Team Job title Lisette Jurgelewicz Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01903 205111 Additional information

Visiting Arrangements

Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone for informal discussion by arrangement with:

Dr Catherine Bevan [e-mail]

Divisional PA Emilie Linnard [e-mail]