Locum Consultant in Community Paediatrics & Paediatric Neurodisability

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Paediatrician to manage care for children with complex needs. The role includes providing outpatient assessments and being part of a collaborative team. Candidates should have relevant training in Community Paediatrics and a strong commitment to improving children's outcomes. Excellent benefits accompany the role, enhancing overall wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Dedication as a Paediatrician seeking a rewarding role.
• Relevant training in Community Paediatrics and/or Paediatric Neurodisability.
• Strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Managing children with developmental difficulties and disabilities.
• Providing out-patient assessments and care.
• Supporting the development of services for children.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Responsibilities

Reporting into the Clinical Director, Medicine Care Group, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Managing children and young people with developmental difficulties, disabilities, and complex vulnerabilities such as ASD and ADHD.
• Ongoing responsibility for patient care and department operations.
• Providing out‑patient assessments and ongoing care to children and young people.
• Working with a collaborative team, providing high‑quality care and support for children, young people, and their families.
• Contributing to high‑quality, family‑centred care within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting the development and delivery of services for children with complex needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience and dedication as a Paediatrician seeking a rewarding role.
• Relevant training and experience in Community Paediatrics and/or Paediatric Neurodisability.
• A strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Professional Development & Support

This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment, and if you're keen to make a difference to the lives of our children and young people, we'd love to hear from you!

About Sheffield Children’s

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We’re proud that 73 % of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top‑ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values – Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence – to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026 we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

Benefits

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts – helping you thrive at work and beyond.