Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology (Part-Time- 5 PAs) Vascular

Transformation Unit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist (5 PA, part-time) to lead outpatient clinics and contribute to inpatient reviews in central London. The role focuses on complex paediatric skin disorders, vascular anomalies and laser therapies.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, participate in on-call duties and MDT discussions, and support teaching and research activities within a premier paediatric specialty.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including complex/emergency presentations.
• Experience in managing patients with complex vascular anomalies, including systemic/targeted therapies.
• Experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions.
• Contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and ongoing patient management.
• Lead on management of complex vascular anomalies and laser treatments; participate in MDT meetings and on-call rota.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Work under pressure

Research awareness

Leadership

Education

GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology

MRCPCH or equivalent

Higher degree - PhD/MD or equivalent

Formal teaching qualification

Job description

Employer Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children Town London Salary £113,565 - £150,569 pro rata, per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 18/11/2026 23:59

Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology (Part-Time- 5 PAs) Vascular

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Dermatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children for a 5 PA Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist post. The successful candidate will provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions and will contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and the ongoing management of admitted patients. They will play a central role in the management of complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and novel therapies, as well as in the care of a wide range of other paediatric skin disorders. In addition, they will undertake laser treatment for complex dermatological conditions.

The successful candidate will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with colleagues from paediatric dermatology, histopathology, genetics, plastic surgery, interventional radiology and other paediatric subspecialties, contributing expert input to the management of complex cases. They will also participate in the 1:4 paediatric dermatology on-call rota, providing senior clinical advice and support.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, or be within six months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must have extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations. They must also have extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies, and experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients. Please see the person specification for further information.Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, support with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities, and assistance with finding accommodation.

If you wish to discuss the role further, please contact Dr Mary Glover, Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist, at [e-mail] .

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

• GOSH Values: Collaboration - We work together to deliver safe, consistent, patient-centred care. Respect - We treat everyone with respect, kindness and equity. Curiosity - We stay curious to drive innovation that delivers exceptional patient outcomes.
• GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
• On the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, OR within 6 months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of the scheduled interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.
• MRCPCH by examination or equivalent
• Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
• Formal teaching qualification

Experience/Knowledge

• Extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations
• Extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies
• Experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients
• Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
• Valid BLS Training
• Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
• Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
• Valid APLS and NLS training
• Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
• Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
• Experience of clinical leadership or management

Skills/Abilities

• High level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.

Please be advised that:

The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.

We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.