Consultant Paediatrician with a special interest in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Exeter seeks a Consultant Paediatrician specializing in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology. This role offers a rewarding clinical experience in a supportive environment, with opportunities for leadership and collaboration. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional paediatric care.

Benefits

NHS Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice options

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive occupational health services

Flexible working schemes

Staff discounts on shopping and leisure

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Consultant Paediatrician with relevant experience.
• Special interest in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology required.
• Strong leadership and collaborative skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding paediatric care within a supportive trust.
• Work alongside experienced consultants and junior doctors.
• Engage in research and teaching opportunities.

Skills

Paediatric Oncology

Paediatric Haematology

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

Specialist Training in Paediatrics

Job description

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Consultant Paediatrician with a special interest in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology, Exeter

Client:

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Role Summary

“Are you ready to help shape and deliver outstanding paediatric care within a supportive and innovative trust?

The Royal Devon is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated consultant with a special interest in Paediatric Oncology and Haematology to join our acute paediatrics department at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital. As a fully integrated Trust across North Devon and Exeter, this role includes occasional outreach opportunities at North Devon District Hospital (NDDH).

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

At the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital, we care for a diverse range of paediatric cases, providing a truly rewarding clinical experience. We're large enough to offer significant opportunities for leadership, innovation, and service development, yet agile enough to implement changes swiftly and efficiently. Our strong links with the University of Exeter Medical School also open doors for research and teaching.

Our department prides itself on its friendly and supportive culture, fostering collaboration and strong relationships among multidisciplinary teams. You'll work alongside experienced consultants, junior doctors, and skilled nursing staff in a well-equipped environment featuring a dedicated paediatric ward, paediatric assessment unit, and high dependency unit.

For more details about the Trust, the department, and the role, please refer to the consultant information pack.”

Interview Date: 2nd July

For further information please contact: Mr Neil Schofield, Group Manager, Women’s and Children’s or Dr Dermot Dalton, Clinical Lead.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over [number] staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than [number] people, cover more than [number] square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED-rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.