Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a part-time Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. This role involves providing clinical care, participating in governance, and mentoring staff. Candidates must have a strong background in paediatric dermatology and relevant qualifications. The position offers scope for professional development and is part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Broad experience of general dermatology.
• Experience of paediatric dermatology.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient services.
• Participate in clinical governance and teaching.
• Mentor newly appointed consultants.

Skills

General dermatology

Paediatric dermatology

Research and publications

Clinical governance

Teaching experience

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCP or equivalent

UK CCT in dermatology

Higher degree (MD, PhD, etc.)

Job description

Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology

The closing date is 14 November 2025

This is a part-time (0.2 wte) substantive consultant post in the department of paediatric dermatology at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. The post consists of 2 programmed activities per week: 1.5 PA of direct clinical care and 0.5 PA of supporting professional activities. There are currently no out‑of‑hours on‑call duties.

Responsibilities include general paediatric dermatology and specialist tertiary paediatric dermatology clinics, providing inpatient and outpatient services. General clinics see 8 follow‑up patients or 4 new and 4 follow‑up patients per session. On‑call support will be provided during the day for one day per week with time off in lieu where appropriate. The appointee will also participate in clinical governance, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and current research within the department. Mentoring for newly appointed consultants is provided by the Children’s Hospital.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration
• MRCP or equivalent
• UK CCT in dermatology or equivalent qualification
• Higher degree (MD, PhD, etc.)

Knowledge and Nature of Experience

• Broad experience of general dermatology
• Experience of paediatric dermatology
• Research and publications relevant to dermatology
• Clinical governance experience
• Teaching experience at all levels of clinical staff

Analytical and Judgement Skills

• Ability to respond to and cope with change
• Ability to cope with pressure from unexpected/urgent clinical situations
• Ability to deliver service improvements

Professional/Managerial/Specialist Knowledge

• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Use of evidence-based medicine
• Proficiency in the IT skills needed for a clinical role
• Attendance at a management training course

Personal Skills/Abilities and Attributes

• Honesty and integrity
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well within and between teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good time management
• Ability to prioritise commitments
• High motivation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting inclusion, diversity and equality and encourages applications from all areas of the community, irrespective of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.