Paediatric Orthopaedic and Trauma Fellowship (Senior Clinical Fellow) - Trauma and Orthopaedics[...]

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Trauma and Orthopaedics. This position offers hands-on experience in complex conditions and the opportunity to contribute to teaching and research. Ideal candidates will have a medical qualification and relevant surgical training. Join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality paediatric care in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Completed basic surgical training.
• Validated logbook or appraisal indicating operative experience.
• Evidence of surgical training in paediatric orthopaedics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care across multiple elective and emergency conditions.
• Manage complex fractures, deformity correction, and limb reconstruction.
• Participate in teaching, audit, and research.

Skills

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of clinical governance

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

FRCS (Tr & Orth)

Job description

Main area Trauma and Orthopaedics Grade Senior Clinical Fellow Contract 12 months (fixed term) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week (1 in 11 on call rota) Job ref 425-25-7294550

Employer Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Town Sheffield Salary £49,909 - £70,425 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/08/2025 23:59 Interview date 19/09/2025

Paediatric Orthopaedic and Trauma Fellowship

Senior Clinical Fellow

Job overview

Ready to take the next step in your paediatric orthopaedics career? Join one of the UK’s leading centres for paediatric care with a range of exciting Clinical Fellowship opportunities at Sheffield Children’s Hospital.

Gain hands-on experience in neuromuscular conditions, limb reconstruction, trauma, and young adult hip preservation, all within a supportive, forward-thinking team.

Fellowships Available:

• National Paediatric Orthopaedics & Trauma (Oct 2026 – Oct 2027)
• Limb Reconstruction (Oct 2026 – Oct 2027)
• 1 post: Oct 2026 – Oct 2027
• 2 posts: Apr 2027 – Apr 2028

Fellows will be based mainly at Sheffield Children’s, with some outreach work.

Please clearly rank your fellowship preferences in the supporting information section of your application.

Applicants should have completed Higher Surgical Training and hold a CCT (or equivalent) by the start date. Flexible working options are available.

You’ll also have opportunities to contribute to teaching, audit, and research, supported by experienced consultants and academic partners.

Interested? We’d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

At Sheffield Children's Hospital, you'll join a nationally recognised centre of excellence in paediatric orthopaedics and trauma. As a fellow, you'll play an important role in a busy, and supportive team, delivering high-quality care across multiple elective and emergency paediatric orthopaedic conditions.

Your clinical work will span both trauma and elective services. You'll be involved in outpatient clinics, ward rounds, and theatre sessions—gaining hands-on experience managing complex fractures, deformity correction, and limb reconstruction. You'll also take part in the acute and late-phase management of trauma, with exposure to advanced techniques including flexible nailing, circular and monolateral frames, lengthening nails, and internal fixation.

This fellowship offers structured training in important areas such as developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) with ultrasound screening, Ponseti management of clubfoot, and the treatment of neuromuscular disorders supported by gait analysis. You'll also gain experience using growing rods for osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), and work with our specialist teams in adolescent and young adult hip preservation and paediatric knee surgery.

Working for our organisation

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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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 [emailprotected] . Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• FRCS (Tr & Orth) or an equivalent qualification approved by the relevant regulatory body for overseas applicants
• Completed basic surgical training in posts approved by a Surgical Royal College or an approved overseas equivalent

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes
• Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement
• Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects
• Ability to deliver effective teaching and feedback
• Interest in contributing to ongoing departmental research or service evaluation

Experience

• Validated logbook or appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
• Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management of orthopaedic patients.
• Evidence of surgical training in paediatric orthopaedics during a recognised training programme and/or through additional subspecialty training or fellowships

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.

Demonstrates Trust Values

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For further details about the post please contact Mr James Fernandes [emailprotected]