Doctor (Sessional)

Children's Hospice South West; Barnstaple; Presencial; GBP 83.000 - 124.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) invites applications from General Practitioners or Paediatricians who have an interest in Children’s Palliative Care. The role involves working independently to cover routine clinical sessions at the Little Bridge House, Fremington, near Barnstaple, and to provide ad hoc out-of-hours end-of-life care as needed.

This sessional position offers training and support, with a chance to join a compassionate team dedicated to making a meaningful difference for

Formación

• General Practitioners/Paediatricians with an interest in Children's Palliative Care.
• Ability to work independently to cover routine clinical sessions at the hospice.
• Good DBS disclosure is required for all employees.

Responsabilidades

• Cover routine clinical sessions at Little Bridge House hospice.
• Provide ad hoc out-of-hours cover for end-of-life care.

Conocimientos

General Practice

Paediatrics

Independent working

Educación

Medical degree (MBBS/MD)

Descripción del empleo

Sessional Doctor - Little Bridge House Children's Hospice

Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) is a registered charity dedicated to the provision of hospice care for life limited children and their families from the South West. In response to a growing demand for children’s palliative care and hospice support we are developing our medical team at Little Bridge House, Fremington, Nr Barnstaple, North Devon.

We are keen to hear from General Practitioners/ Paediatricians who have an interest in Children’s Palliative Care and who can work independently to cover routine clinical sessions at the hospice and also ad hoc out of hours cover for end-of-life care.

This provides a unique opportunity to work closely with children and families, and in partnership with other practitioners and service providers to offer highly personalised medical care in response to the needs of the child and the wishes of the family.

Training and support will be offered, and this provides a great entry opportunity into the field of children’s palliative care.

Join us in making a meaningful difference making the most of short and precious lives.

Closing date: 31/10/2026

CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Charity Registration Number 1003314.