Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist

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

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in London is looking for a full-time Paediatric Consultant to join their Gastroenterology team. The role involves sharing outpatient and inpatient services, conducting outpatient clinics, and leading a team in patient care management. Applicants must possess full GMC registration, appropriate qualifications, and extensive experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology. The salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, with a permanent contract offered.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date).
• Extensive experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology, with training in recognised Paediatric GI units.
• Independent upper and lower GI endoscopy skills.

Responsibilities

• Share outpatient and inpatient service with other post holders.
• Perform 2 fixed outpatient clinics per week.
• Hold senior leadership responsibility for patient care management.

Skills

Extensive experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology

Understanding of multi-system allergic disease

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong leadership and organisational skills

Independent upper and lower GI endoscopy skills

Education

Full GMC registration

MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent

MBBS or equivalent

On GMC Specialist Register for Paediatrics

Job description

We are currently inviting applications for a full‑time Paediatric Consultant to join our Gastroenterology team within a busy children’s hospital.

Job Summary

The role is a full‑time post in a unique, supportive environment. We are looking for an innovative, enthusiastic consultant with appropriate clinical experience to join our team of 11 paediatric Gastroenterologists working across GI Allergy and Neurogastroenterology & Motility Units. The GI Allergy service provides specialist multi‑disciplinary care to Central and North London and hosts an active clinical research unit. We aim to expand our expertise especially in Upper GI motility assessment and treatments, with related research in this subspecialty.

Main Duties of the Job

• Share outpatient and inpatient service with other post holders; attend the main Gastroenterology ward round on Monday morning, the principal teaching ward round alongside all consultants.
• Attend service‑wide MDTs such as histology and radiology meetings.
• Perform 2 fixed outpatient clinics per week and, every other week, undertake an acute paediatric gastroenterology assessment unit (PGAU) or endoscopy/manometry under general anaesthesia.
• Contribute to the development of a nasal endoscopy service within the GI allergy service.
• Assist in performing, analysing and reporting specialist impedance and manometric studies; support a manometry list to the motility unit if required.
• Supervise trainees in other GI investigations.
• Provide 1 in 10 on‑call commitment for 24‑hour cover, including weekend and public holiday ward rounds.
• Hold senior leadership responsibility for the management of patient care and lead a team of middle‑grade doctors in the in‑patient care of children.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date).
• MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent.
• MBBS or equivalent.
• On GMC Specialist Register for Paediatrics (CCT or equivalent), or within 6 months at time of interview. For Portfolio Pathway applicants (formerly CESR), registration must be achieved at application time.
• Valid BLS training; desirable APLS, EPLS and NLS.
• Extensive experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology, with training in recognised Paediatric GI units.
• Understanding of multi‑system allergic disease, EGID and their impact on the digestive system.
• Sub‑specialty experience in long‑term management of primary and secondary motility disorders of the GI tract, including oesophageal motility disorders, PIPO and intestinal failure.
• Evidence of up‑to‑date training in Child Safeguarding (Level 3).
• Independent upper and lower GI endoscopy skills, with ability to perform and report oesophageal HR manometry and impedance‑pH studies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to communicate with colleagues, children and families.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills; ability to prioritise clinical needs and manage time and workload under pressure.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of information governance.
• Experience in research publications, grant track record and membership of BSPGHAN/ESPGHAN or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience of leading clinical audit processes, teaching students and multidisciplinary team, and working in shared care clinics and clinical networks is desirable.

Inclusion and Equality

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the children and families we serve. We encourage applications from under‑represented groups, including people of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. Our hospital is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is seen and heard. All staff are encouraged to engage with the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage), ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks, each supported by a member of our Executive Management Team.

Salary and Contract

£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, per annum.

Permanent, full‑time contract.

Location

Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH.

Legal & Sponsorship Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For further details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Great Ormond Street Hospital, Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3JH

Website: https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/