Locum Consultant In Paediatric Anaesthesia

Sheffield Children'S Nhs Foundation Trust

Sheffield

On-site

GBP 114,000 - 151,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia for a 12-month period. The role supports service expansion, consultant cover during leave, and provides flexible working opportunities negotiated with the Trust.

The team includes 30 anaesthetists and covers a wide range of surgical specialties. Interviews are expected on 26 October 2026, with a competitive salary and NHS benefits package.

Qualifications

Essential MBBS or equivalent qualification.
Essential specialist qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Provide anaesthetic services to support service expansion and consultant coverage.
Potential to take on PICU responsibilities for qualified candidates.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Teaching

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Specialist qualification or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

12-Month | Full Time

Applications from candidates wishing to work less than full-time are welcome. Flexible working arrangements and job content can be discussed and tailored in consultation with the Trust and successful candidate.

We are looking for a Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia to join our committed team of 30 anaesthetists. The successful candidate will support service expansion, provide consultant cover and flexibility, and assist colleagues during periods of leave.

Sheffield Children's Hospital boasts a state-of-the-art theatre complex with 9 dedicated theatres, a procedure room, and two MRI scanners.

Our service portfolio includes regional and supra-regional surgical specialties such as general surgery, urology, neonatal care, orthopaedics (spinal and limb reconstruction), plastics, burns, ENT, maxillofacial, dental, neurosurgery (with intraoperative MRI), and ophthalmology.

We have independently staffed Intensive Care and High Dependency Units, providing excellent multidisciplinary care.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 26th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:

Provide anaesthetic services to accommodate service expansion, consultant cover and flexibility, and to cover consultants who are on leave.
There may be opportunity for those with appropriate qualifications to take on additional PICU responsibilities.

About us

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.

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.

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-26-8296722

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

MBBS or equivalent
Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent

Knowledge/Previous Experience

Essential

12 months advanced Paediatric Anaesthesia training

Desirable

Training, experience and or interest in Chronic Pain Medicine

Previous Training Management/Audit

Essential

Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

Preparation of audit
Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Academic Achievements Research/Publications

Essential

Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects

Desirable

Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research

Skills

Essential

Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

Ability to teach

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

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