Consultant Paediatric Neurologist

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting two Consultant Paediatric Neurologists to join its expanding Paediatric Neurosciences team. The posts offer delivery of tertiary neurological care for children, with cross-site responsibilities and opportunities to develop subspecialty interests and participate in education, research and service innovation.

The team provides inpatient, outpatient and outreach services, with flexible working arrangements and a commitment to high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• MRCPCH or equivalent required.
• Maintain Full GMC registration.
• CCT in Paediatric Neurology or entry on the GMC Specialist Register at appointment.
• Specialist registrar expected to obtain CCT within 12 months of interview.
• Experience of audit projects.
• Knowledge of NHS management context.
• Higher degree (MD/PhD) or equivalent.
• Management training beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led care in a tertiary paediatric neurology service.
• Deliver outpatient and inpatient neurology care for children and young people.
• Participate in on-call rota.
• Contribute to MDT meetings and regional networks.
• Support service development, quality improvement and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Clinical excellence

Teaching and training

Research and audit

Education

MRCPCH or equivalent

GMC registration in good standing

CCT Paediatric Neurology / Specialist Register

MD/PhD or equivalent

Audit experience

NHS management knowledge

Tools

IT systems

Job description

As part of the transition to a Group Clinical Services structure within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, there is an increased expectation of cross-site working.

Although roles will have a designated base, post holders are likely to be required to work across multiple Trust sites in line with service needs. Where this is not included in the initial job plan, any future requirement arising from the departmental restructures will be addressed through the job planning process. Travel time will be taken into consideration in line with contractual expectations.

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

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Job overview

We are seeking two enthusiastic and motivated Consultant Paediatric Neurologists to join our dynamic and expanding Paediatric Neurosciences team. These substantive posts represent an exciting opportunity to join a tertiary paediatric neurology service at a pivotal time.

The successful candidates will become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team providing specialist neurological care to children and young people from across the South West and beyond. We are looking for clinicians who are committed to delivering outstanding patient care and who will contribute to the continued development of specialist neurology services.

The post holders will work alongside consultant paediatric neurologists, specialist nurses, psychologists, therapists, and regional network partners to provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and outreach services. Opportunities exist to develop subspecialty interests aligned with service needs and individual expertise, while contributing to education, quality improvement, research and service innovation.

Applications are welcomed from candidates interested in full-time or less-than-full-time working, with flexible job planning arrangements available to support individual circumstances and service needs.

Main duties of the job

Main Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led care within a tertiary paediatric neurology service.
• Deliver specialist outpatient and inpatient neurological care for children and young people.
• Participate in the paediatric neurology consultant on-call rota.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and regional clinical networks.
• Support service development, quality improvement and clinical governance activities.
• Participate in teaching and training of medical, nursing and allied health professional colleagues.
• Develop subspecialty interests in line with departmental priorities and personal expertise.
• Contribute to research and innovation activities where appropriate.

About the Service

Our Paediatric Neurosciences service delivers specialist care to children and young people with a wide range of neurological conditions across the South West. Working within a multidisciplinary model, the team provides expert assessment, diagnosis and management while maintaining strong links with local and regional healthcare providers.

Through ongoing investment in the workforce and service redesign, we are committed to improving access, enhancing patient experience and delivering high-quality, sustainable paediatric neurology services for the future.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

Person specification

Qualifications & Training

• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Maintain Full registration with the GMC.
• Must have CCT Paediatric Neurology and have been entered on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of the appointment.
• Specialist registrars that do not hold a CCT must be due to be awarded one within 12 months of the interview date.
• Experience of audit projects.
• Knowledge of contemporary NHS management issues
• Knowledge of political context within which we operate
• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
• Completion of a general management course or programme.
• Interest in medical management

Experience

• Recent experience and familiarity of UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent)
• Broad training in Paediatric Neurology

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

• Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Broad range of IT skills

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
• Positive approach to evidence based practice
• Evidence of recent and regular engagement with continuing professional development (CPD) scheme

Research

• Evidence of an understanding of research principles and the role of research in Neurology
• Commitment to involvement of Paediatric Neurology based research projects
• Evidence of peer review research paper
• Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
• Evidence of securing research grant funding
• Evidence of oral presentation at academic meetings

Teaching and Training

• Experience of teaching medical students and AHP’s
• Experience of supervising trainees
• Evidence of involvement in teaching and training
• Commitment to simulation training
• Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
• 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

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
• Supportive nature
• Ability to motivate self and others
• Commitment to improving wellbeing of staff across Paediatric Neurology

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations
• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

• As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
• The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
• BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
• To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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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.