Consultant in Community Paediatrics

NHS; Hyde; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Hyde is seeking a Community Paediatrician to assess and manage developmental and health needs in children. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and direct engagement in community care. Ideal candidates will have GMC registration and experience in Community Child Health. Join a vibrant team committed to children's health and well-being.

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Gym discount

Support with stress and bereavement

Qualifications

• GMC registration required.
• Ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to Higher Specialist Paediatric Training.
• Experience in a range of Community Child Health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess children with developmental problems and neurodisability.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary management plans.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team working

Leadership skills

Experience in Community Child Health

Education

MB ChB or equivalent

MRCPCH or equivalent

Inclusion on the Specialist Register

Job description

Job summary

Consultant in Community Paediatrics - 10 PAs

Are you a dedicated paediatrician with a heart for children and a commitment to community care? We're seeking a warm, skilled and forward-thinking Community Paediatrician to join our vibrant team and make a lasting impact on young lives.

As a Community Paediatrician, you'll play a vital role in supporting children and families across our local area. You'll work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of developmental and physical health needs in children from birth to adolescence.

We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with opportunities for professional development. There is opportunity to help shape our community services.

We are looking for an individual who has experience in community settings, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative spirit and who takes a proactive approach to care.

We believe every child deserves the best start in life - and we know that starts with exceptional care. If you're ready to bring your expertise, empathy and energy to a team that values connection and community, we'd love to hear from you.

We are happy to arrange visits/calls. If you would like to know more, please reach out:

Rachel Lawson, Directorate Manager, 07920765109

Main duties of the job

• Assess children with developmental problems and neurodisability
• Contribute to holistic multidisciplinary and multiagency management plans. This will include some children and young people in special schools.
• Ensure that the Trust is compliant with SEND legislation and with the spirit of the Code of Practice
• Ensure that robust processes are in place for identification, assessment, planning and health support for children and young people with SEND
• Attend monthly SEND Operational group meetings
• Provide medical advice as part of the EHC needs assessment process
• Carry out Initial Health Assessments for Cared for Children
• Work with clinical colleagues and managers
• There may be a requirement to support S47 medicals. These are currently carried out in the hospital setting by the neonatal hot week consultant during the day or the on call consultant, out of hours.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.

Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people.

Benefits include flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Person specification

Legal requirements

• GMC registration

Qualifications

• MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion within 6 months of interview date
• Higher degree (MD/PhD) – desirable

Experience

• Ability to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to Higher Specialist Paediatric Training including significant experience in Community Child Health (usually after 5 years of Higher Specialist Training in total).
• Experience in a wide range of Community Child Health conditions including assessment and management of children with Neurodisability, SEND, social communication disorders, child mental health, public health.
• Experience in Child Protection to the level appropriate for consultant practice (Level 3).
• Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
• Experience of team working.
• Clear commitment to lifelong learning.
• Effective teaching skills.
• Ability to organise workload, prioritise, delegate responsibly and supervise staff.
• Experience of working as SEND Lead/DMO (desirable).
• Experience of working at strategic level (desirable).
• Specific training in communication skills (desirable).
• Educational qualification or working towards (desirable).

Skills

• Ability to motivate and inspire a multi-disciplinary team and work sensitively within teams and across organisations.
• Involvement and evidence of implementation of service development, quality improvement and managing change in a healthcare setting.
• Leadership skills including the ability to take responsibility, show leadership and make decisions.

Management skills

• Awareness of NHS organisation and core values of NHS.
• Understanding of the management responsibilities of NHS consultants.
• Attendance at departmental management meetings.
• Attendance at appropriate management courses (desirable).

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

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.

Employer details

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Hyde Community Clinic, Union Street, Hyde, SK14 1NX