Clinical Fellow ST1-3 equivalent in Paediatrics

Sussexcommunity; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art children's hospital, providing care in various settings including the Children's Emergency Department and inpatient wards. With a focus on professional development, you will gain extensive experience in general paediatrics, supported by a team of dedicated consultants. The position includes a flexible work schedule and a commitment to staff wellbeing, making it an ideal environment for those looking to advance their paediatric career while making a significant impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Wellbeing Programme

Staff Networks

Buddy system for new members

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice is essential.
• Advanced Life Support certification required from the Resuscitation Council UK.
• Relevant post-registration experience at ST1-4 level in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day care of patients in the Children's Emergency Department and inpatient wards.
• Gain extensive experience in general paediatrics and participate in outpatient clinics.
• Work a rota of day shifts, long days, night shifts, and weekends.

Skills

Effective communication skills

IV cannulation

Lumbar puncture

Clinical risk management

Education

Full GMC registration

Advanced Life Support certification

Higher Degree

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Clinical Fellow ST1-3 equivalent in Paediatrics

The closing date is 09 May 2025

1 fixed term post 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 developing 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 enhance and advance your paediatric career.

Main duties of the job

The clinical duties include the day-to-day care of patients 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, encompassing paediatric medicine, paediatric surgery, ambulatory care, and emergency paediatrics. The experience is extensive and enriched by consultants with special interests. The consultant of the week provides close supervision and bedside teaching, leading daily ward rounds. Opportunities include outpatient clinics in general paediatrics and paediatric surgery, as well as 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 staff.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We want you to feel included and help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will contribute to our innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We offer Staff Networks, a buddy system for new members, and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with compassion and empathy. Our Wellbeing Programme supports staff, including flexible working options to promote work-life balance. As a university trust and healthcare research leader, we value learning, teaching, and training to help you grow and develop. Choosing UHSussex means a long, fulfilling career where your contributions are valued.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to UHSussex.

Job responsibilities

The clinical duties involve the day-to-day care of patients in the Children's Emergency Department, inpatient wards, Critical Care Unit, and Day Case Unit.

During the attachment at RACH, trainees will gain extensive experience in general paediatrics, including medicine, surgery, ambulatory, and emergency care, supported by consultants with special interests. The role includes supervision and teaching from the consultant of the week, participation in outpatient clinics, and joint clinics with visiting specialists.

You will work a rota of day shifts, long days, night shifts, and weekends, compliant with the European Working Time Directive, involving approximately 13 full-time equivalent staff.

Person Specification

Experience & Qualifications

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

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Understanding of clinical risk management
• Effective communication skills with patients and staff
• Relevant post-registration experience at ST1-4 level in the UK
• Skills in IV cannulation and lumbar puncture

Knowledge

• Up-to-date clinical knowledge
• Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice
• IT skills
• Experience both within and outside the specialty

Organisation & Planning

• Ability to organise and prioritise clinical needs
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Understanding of NHS, clinical governance, and resource constraints
• Evidence of managerial skills (achievements or courses attended)

Teaching Skills

• Interest and commitment to teaching
• Recognised teaching qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required to screen for any previous criminal convictions.