Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in the South West is seeking a Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist for a full-time position at the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. Ideal candidates will have CCT or equivalent qualifications and be committed to providing high-quality care. The role offers opportunities for teaching and leadership within a supportive healthcare team.

Qualifications

• CCT or Equivalent in Paediatric Gastroenterology OR CESR at the point of interview.
• Full GMC specialist register of Paediatric Gastroenterology.
• Ability to take responsibility and initiate management plan effectively.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in clinical governance and audit.
• Engage in teaching medical students and supervising trainees.

Skills

Knowledge of NHS priorities

Skills in diagnostic endoscopy

Broad range of IT skills

Evidence of management training

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

CCT or Equivalent in Paediatric Gastroenterology

Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)

Job description

Overview

We are delighted to invite applications for a Full time permanent (10 PAs) post for Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist to join an enthusiastic and dynamic multidisciplinary paediatric Gastroenterology team. We provide comprehensive high quality tertiary Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition service across the South West of England.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic colleague to join a current team of 6 consultants (5.7 WTE). The applicants must possess CCT or be within 6 months of completing the CCT or equivalent in Paediatric Gastroenterology and eligible for GMC sub-speciality register for Paediatric Gastroenterology.

Initial enquiries concerning the posts can be made directly to: Dr Dharam Basude, Clinical Lead 0117 342 9450 - email [e-mail]

Responsibilities

The service is in Bristol Royal Hospital for Children which is a part of the University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). It consists of a variety of hospitals predominantly on a single campus close to the city center and the University of Bristol. The majority of clinical specialties are represented in the hospitals of the Trust which serves a catchment population of over 1 million children region wide. The UHBW provides healthcare for the local community and a wide range of specialist services for regional, national, and international patients. Hospitals within the Trust are closely linked with the University of Bristol and University of the West of England (UWE) and are the principal teaching hospitals in the Region with very active undergraduate and postgraduate education facility. Research is well supported. Please see the job description for further details.

Apply with reference to Job description and person specification for further details of this position.
Contact information remains as above.

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to equal opportunities.

Details

Date posted: 01 October 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pa pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 387-WC-8536MP

Job locations: Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol, BS2 8ED

Job description: Please see the attached job description and person specification for further details of this position

Qualifications & Training

• Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• CCT or Equivalent in Paediatric Gastroenterology OR Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR) at the point of interview
• Candidates can be within 6 months of gaining CCT at the date of interview. Please note this does not apply to CESR applications

• Full GMC specialist register of Paediatric Gastroenterology

Experience

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant specialty
• Ability to take responsibility and initiate management plan effectively (close support available)

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision; Experience of working in the UK

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Skills in diagnostic endoscopy independently although recognising the department will support new Consultants in optimising their endoscopy skills

• Broad range of IT skills
• Experience in managing patients with complex needs

Clinical Governance and Audit

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation

• Demonstrates evidence based practice
• Evidence of initiatives for service development

Research

• Knowledge of the principals involved in research
• Evidence of involvement in research

• Evidence of peer review research papers
• Ability to write abstracts for submission to conferences
• Presentation at National meetings

Teaching and Training

• Experience of teaching medical students.
• Experience in providing department teaching

• Experience of supervising specialist trainees.
• Train the trainers course for colonoscopy

Management & Leadership

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

• Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
• Management experience

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels

Other

• Demonstrates the 4 Trust values
• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS check will be required.

Certificate of Sponsorship: 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Guidance on overseas criminal records checks is available.

Employer details: University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW). Address: Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol, BS2 8ED. Website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/