Consultant in Paediatric Neurology

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham is seeking a specialist in paediatric neurology. The role demands tertiary-level training and experience in both common and complex neurological conditions within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should possess a desire to innovate and develop services. Join a forward-thinking Trust committed to high-quality health care for women and children in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing common and complex neurological problems.
• Desire to innovate and develop paediatric neurology services.

Skills

Experience in paediatric neurology

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Innovation in medical services

Education

Tertiary-level training in paediatric neurology

Job description

Job Overview

Flexible working arrangements may be considered and discussions with the recruiting manager regarding this are encouraged. There is recognition within the department to be innovative and implement new practices to ensure our service continues to compare with the best standards in the country and overseas. In addition to the on‑site delivery of outpatient and inpatient services, the department provides regional and supra‑regional specialist advice. Please note, visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles in line with current UKVI regulations. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for sponsorship before submitting your application. If you would like more information, please visit: UK Visas and Immigration – GOV.UK.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Key Qualifications

The appointee should have tertiary‑level training in paediatric neurology with broad expertise in general neurology conditions as well as experience working in a multidisciplinary team in both common and complex neurological problems and their associated complications. Proven experience in a paediatric neurology subspeciality and a desire to innovate and develop services would be advantageous.

About the Trust

Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world‑class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world‑leading neo‑natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family‑centred care.

Birmingham Children’s Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas. Birmingham Women’s Hospital is one of two dedicated women’s hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care. Parkview Clinic is a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) facility in Moseley, for young people aged 11‑18 years who require admission due to significant psychiatric difficulties.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.