Paediatrics Clinical Fellow: 12-Month Training & MRCPCH

VerseOne Group; Great Holland; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Basildon Hospital's Paediatric Department invites applications for a Clinical Fellow (ST2) in Paediatrics on a fixed-term 12-month maternity cover (Jan 2027–Feb 2028). The post offers exposure to acute and general paediatrics, working with consultants, trainees and Foundation doctors to deliver high-quality children's care.

The post includes a structured educational programme with one-to-one supervision and support to undertake MRCPCH examinations, plus opportunities to participate in teaching,

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification and GMC registration are essential.
• MRCPCH part 1 or equivalent Paediatric postgraduate qualification is desirable.
• APLS/EPLS/NLS is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, diagnosis and ongoing management of children and young people across the Children’s Ward, Paediatric Assessment Unit and Paediatric Emergency Department, including emergency and resuscitation scenarios.
• Deliver care within the Neonatal Unit, including the Level 2 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Labour Ward and Postnatal Ward.
• Undertake newborn resuscitation and initial management of common neonatal conditions with senior supervision.
• Assess and manage paediatric patients in outpatient clinics under supervision of a Consultant Paediatrician.
• Participate in the department's teaching programme and provide education to junior staff and medical students.
• Engage in simulation training, SLEs, departmental meetings, audits and quality improvement activities.

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

GMC registration

MRCPCH part 1 or equivalent Paediatric Post-graduate qualification

APLS or EPLS NLS

Job description

Basildon Hospital's Paediatric Department invites applications for a Clinical Fellow (ST2) in Paediatrics on a fixed-term 12-month maternity cover (Jan 2027–Feb 2028). The post offers exposure to acute and general paediatrics, working with consultants, trainees and Foundation doctors to deliver high-quality children's care.

The post includes a structured educational programme with one-to-one supervision and support to undertake MRCPCH examinations, plus opportunities to participate in teaching,