Junior Clinical Fellow in Neonatology (ST2-3 equivalent)

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS Trust is seeking a Junior Clinical Fellow in Neonatal Paediatrics to join their esteemed team, focusing on both clinical duties and professional development through education and research. This fixed-term role provides invaluable experience in a high-intensity environment, fostering skills in multi-disciplinary collaboration and care management.

Qualifications

• Neonatal experience in the UK required.
• NLS provider certification essential.

Responsibilities

• Join a team in one of London's largest neonatal care units.
• Deliver advanced clinical care and training in neonatal paediatrics.

Skills

Advanced neonatal procedures

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Full registration with GMC

MBBS, MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent

Job description

Junior Clinical Fellow (ST2-3, Speciality Trainee Level 2/3 Equivalent) in Neonatal Paediatrics from September 2025

Please note, this is a fixed-term position for a minimum of 6 months, with the potential to be extended up to a maximum of two years.

This is a clinical post but the post holder will be given ample time to develop an interest in education, simulation or research within the units existing projects.

Note this post is re-advertised, please do not reapply if you have already applied within the last 6 months

Main duties of the job

The unit is a Level 3 intensive care unit and is one of the largest in London caring for both medical and surgical neonates. There are 12 intensive care, 9 high dependency and 15 special care cots. Training will be given in all aspects of neonatal care and there is opportunity to attend several combined clinical meetings with other departments. The post holder joins a total of 9 middle grades on a EWTD compliant full shift rota.

About us

The Neonatal Unit is the Network centre for South West London and at present provides 12 intensive care cots, 9 high dependency and 15 special care cots. The Unit is adjacent to the labour wards and is in the same block as the postnatal wards, the Children's wards and the Department of Child Health.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Due to the high volumes of applications we receive for certain posts, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. After the closing date we strongly advise you check the email account which is registered. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• MBBS, MRCP or MRCPCH or equivalent

Desirable

• Ideas for a research project.

Experience
Essential

• Neonatal experience in the UK.
• NLS provider
• NHS experience

Desirable

• NLS Instructor

Skills
Essential

• Sound experience of advanced neonatal procedures.

Desirable

• Enthusiasm to teach skills to others

Knowledge
Essential

• Higher knowledge in neonatology
• Child safeguarding
• Willingness to learn
• Evidence of involvement in multi-disciplinary audit
• Understanding of Clinical Governance issues

Desirable

• Formal audit training
• Formal risk training

Personal
Essential

• Ability to work in a Multi disciplinary team
• Commitment to continuing medical education
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Flexible approach

Desirable

• Supportive nature
• Ability to self motivate and motivate others

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