Recruitment Manager

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider is looking for a full-time Consultant in Paediatric Neurology, particularly skilled in epilepsy. The role involves working with a supportive team in both acute and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include optimizing clinical resources, teaching medical students, engaging in audits, and providing on-call cover. Ideal candidates should have MBBS or equivalent, MRCPCH, and substantial clinical experience. Excellent benefits and a supportive environment are provided to ensure professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Must have GMC registration.
• Experience required in clinical environments and teaching.
• Willingness to cover for colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work with management to optimize clinical resources.
• Participate in training for undergraduate and post-graduate programs.
• Engage actively in local, regional, and national audits.
• Provide on-call consultant cover when needed.

Skills

Good clinical experience in Paediatrics and Paediatric Neurology

Teaching skills

Research and audit participation

Education

MBBS or equivalent

MRCPCH or equivalent

Recognised higher specialised training programme in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in Neurology

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic Paediatric Neurology team at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. We are inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for a full-time Consultant post in Paediatric Neurology, with a special interest in epilepsy. This role is primarily based at Sheffield Children’s Hospital and the Ryegate Children’s Centre, offering a stimulating and supportive environment for clinical practice and professional development. The successful candidate will join a supportive neurology consultant team, contributing to acute and general neurology (via a consultant‑of‑the‑week model), outpatient clinics, and regional tertiary epilepsy services‑including pre‑surgical evaluations. While expertise in epilepsy is preferred, other subspecialty interests will be considered in line with service needs. Reporting into the Clinical Director, Medicine Care Group, some of your responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Liaison: to work with the Trust's management team to make optimum use of clinical and other resources in order to contribute towards providing a high level of care and meeting all national and local targets.
• Teaching: take part in the training programme for undergraduate and post‑graduates.
• Research & Audit: to take an active part in local, regional and national audit as appropriate.
• CPD: the Trust is committed to supporting the professional and personal development of consultant colleagues.
• Cover: take a share in providing on‑call consultant cover and will be required to provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Recognised higher specialised training programme or equivalent in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in Neurology
• Good clinical experience in Paediatrics and Paediatric Neurology
• GMC registration
• Interviews expected to be held on Friday 23rd January 2026.

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.

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

This role has been assigned the occupation code 2122 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit the UKVI web address.

• Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for part‑time roles and Band 2 roles.
• 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.