Junior Locally Employed Doctor in Neonatology

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites applications for a Junior Locally Employed Doctor in Neonatology at St. Mary’s Hospital. This 12-month post (maternity cover) offers structured exposure in a high-volume NICU with over 1000 admissions per year.

The role develops hands-on neonatal care, resuscitation, and MDT collaboration, with potential CESR pathways and future training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Medical degree and GMC registration.
• MRCPCH Part 1 or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months full-time hospital service in Paediatrics at ST1-2 grade or higher.
• Experience in Neonatology.
• Experience of Audit.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in neonatal medicine, including intensive care and high-dependency settings.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and postnatal ward rounds.
• Participate in antenatal counselling with senior clinicians.
• Develop skills in neonatal resuscitation and procedures (intubation, line placement).
• Work within a multidisciplinary team (NNPs, AHPs, consultants).
• Attend weekly teaching, simulations, and grand rounds.
• Engage in quality improvement, governance, and research activities.

Skills

Neonatal care

MDT teamwork

Resuscitation skills

Organisation skills

Communication skills

Education

Medical Degree

GMC registration

MRCPCH Part 1

Job description

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Locally Employed Doctor in Neonatology

The closing date is 20 September 2026

This is an exciting opportunity a Junior Clinical Fellow. We are currently recruiting for 1 x 12 month post (maternity leave cover) to commence in December 2026 to join the tertiary-level Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St. Mary's Hospital, one of the largest and busiest neonatal units in the UK. The role is designed for doctors seeking structured experience in neonatal medicine, offering comprehensive exposure to a high-volume, high-acuity neonatal setting with over 1000 admissions per year.

The Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) position is suitable for doctors interested in gaining hands‑on experience in neonatal intensive care, neonatal resuscitation, and multidisciplinary team (MDT) working. The post is particularly beneficial for those planning to enter higher specialist training in paediatrics/neonatology or considering alternative pathways such as CESR (Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration).

Main duties of the job

• Providing clinical care in neonatal medicine, including intensive care, high-dependency, and special care settings.
• Attending high-risk deliveries and postnatal ward rounds.
• Participating in antenatal counselling alongside senior clinicians.
• Developing skills in neonatal resuscitation and procedural competence (intubation, line placement, ultrasound guidance).
• Working within a multidisciplinary team, including neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs), allied health professionals, and specialist consultants.
• Attending weekly teaching sessions, simulation training, and neonatal grand rounds.
• Engaging in quality improvement (QI), clinical governance, and research activities.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on trainingin one of the largest tertiary NICUs in the UK.
• Access to cutting‑edge neonatal technology, ultrasound training, and point‑of‑care diagnostics.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to specialist areas such as neonatal surgery, neurocritical care, and long‑term ventilation.
• Involvement in education and leadership development through mentorship by senior consultants.
• Support for career progression, CESR applications, and future training opportunities.

Who?

• Candidates with a minimum of six months' experience in neonatal or paediatric medicine.
• GMC-registered doctors (or those eligible for GMC registration).
• Applicants with MRCPCH Part 1 (desirable).
• Candidates keen on developing expertise in neonatal care, clinical education, and leadership.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualification

• Medical Degree
• Full registration with the General Medical Council and Licensed to Practice
• MRCPCH part 1 or equivalent

KNOWLEDGE

• Skills in written and spoken English
• Understanding of newborn physiology

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 6 months full time (or equivalent part‑time) hospital service in Paediatrics at ST1-2 grade or higher
• Experience in Neonatology
• Experience of Audit

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Organisation Skills
• Communication Skills

ATTRIBUTES

• Distinctions or Prizes during undergraduate training
• Research & Publications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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