Locum Consultant in Paediatric Haematology

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK children's health service is seeking a Consultant for Haematology to provide expert care for children with haematological conditions. The consultant will work in a team, leading clinical audits and managing patient care through ward rounds and outpatient clinics. This full-time role offers a competitive salary in a collaborative environment committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• GMC specialist registration required by start date.
• Experience in Paediatric Haematology essential.
• Extensive experience in clinical audit processes and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of consultants to manage infants and children with haematological conditions.
• Conduct daily ward rounds and lead clinical audits.
• Oversee outpatient clinics and manage patient care.

Skills

High level written and oral communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritise own workload

Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment

Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills

Leadership skills

Education

GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice

MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent

CCT/CCST in Haematology

Job description

Job summary

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Consultant for Haematology (10 PAs)

GOSH is the largest centre for paediatric haematological malignancies in Europe with around 90 new diagnoses per annum. The department is the joint Principal Treatment Centre (PTC) for North London with UCLH. The radiotherapy provision is at UCLH. Currently children aged 13 years and above are seen at UCLH and younger children at GOSH. GOSH provides care for all children

This is a full-time, 10 PA substantive consultant, and the post holder will be part of the Haematology department. Any applicant who is unable for personal reasons, to work full-time will be considered for the post. If such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues

The post-holder will provide a clinical service (with 5.5 other Consultants) to infants and children with malignant haematological conditions (leukaemia, MDS and NHL) as well as those with marrow failure.

Interested applicants are invited to contact Dr David O'Connor, Speciality Lead for Haematology via his PA on 020 7829 7919 or email [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

The post holder will join a team of seven consultants sharing responsibility for the investigation and management of infants and children with leukaemia, lymphoma, and bone marrow failure.

During attending weeks, two consultants share service leadership:

• Consultant A leads the NHS ward service (Monday-Friday, 08:15-19:00) and does not undertake clinics during this period.
• Consultant B oversees day care, laboratory reporting, and team clinics (Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:30) and may provide ward cover if required.

A consultant-delivered model of care operates on the NHS ward, with daily consultant-led ward rounds. Consultants and associate specialists manage external referrals and queries. All consultants are expected to maintain competence in electronic prescribing and all hands‑on aspects of clinical care.

The intensive workload of attending weeks (A or B) is balanced by additional non‑attending time.

The post holder will have eight attending on‑call weeks per year, during which they will conduct a daily ward round with a middle‑grade doctor. When not attending, they will hold weekly outpatient clinics. The on‑call commitment is Medium Frequency Category A (5%). Consultants on call are expected to be present in the hospital between 10:30 and 15:30 each weekend day.

This job description outlines the principal duties of the post and may be amended to reflect the evolving needs of the service, in consultation with the post holder.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long‑term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long‑Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee‑led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Details

Date posted: 14 November 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract: Locum

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 271-MDL-7545012

Job locations:

• Great Ormond Street
• Great Ormond Street
• London
• WC1N 3JH

Person Specification

Academic/Professional qualification/Training (Essential)

• GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
• MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
• CCT/CCST in Haematology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR))

Academic/Professional qualification/Training (Desirable)

• Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
• Formal teaching qualification
• Leadership qualification

Skills/Abilities (Essential)

• High level written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure in a multi‑disciplinary environment
• Presentation skills
• Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
• Ability to work on own initiative within an ever‑changing environment.
• Leadership skills

GOSH Culture and Values (Essential)

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always expert
• Always one team
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives

Experience/Knowledge (Essential)

• Extensive experience in Paediatric Haematology
• Experience of teaching students and multi‑disciplinary team
• Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
• Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
• Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects

Experience/Knowledge (Desirable)

• Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
• Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
• Experience of clinical leadership or management

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).

Employer details

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address:

• Great Ormond Street
• Great Ormond Street
• London
• WC1N 3JH

Employer's website: https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/