Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Anaesthesia

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for a Senior Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Anaesthesia at a leading NHS facility in Cambridge. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain extensive anaesthetic experience through exposure to senior practitioners and specific theatre assignments, aiming towards independent practice. The fellowship is designed for those who have completed or are nearing completion of a recognised anaesthetic training programme. Join a renowned institution that prioritizes professional development and offers a collaborative environment, making a significant impact in the field of paediatric anaesthesia.

Qualifications

• Must have completed or nearly completed anaesthetic specialist training.
• Full GMC registration and a Licence to Practice required.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively at Junior Consultant level with support from Senior Consultants.
• Participate in a non-resident on-call rota.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Anaesthetic specialist training

GMC registration

IELTS/OET scores

Education

CCT in Anaesthesia

Recognised anaesthetic specialist training

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Anaesthesia

Employer: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 2 May 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Subspecialty Senior Clinical Fellowship programme in Paediatric Anaesthesia at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK. This post is to start from 04 February 2026 for a period of 12 months.

This fellowship would suit applicants who have completed or nearly completed a recognised anaesthetic specialist training programme, including those who already possess a CCT in anaesthesia. It offers the opportunity to develop anaesthetic experience through exposure to senior practitioners and specific theatre assignments, aiming towards independent practice with distant supervision, comparable to a junior consultant level.

The programme mirrors the Royal College of Anaesthetists Advanced Training in Paediatric Anaesthesia requirements but is not formally recognized as a training post.

Main duties of the job

A Senior Clinical Fellow will work effectively at Junior Consultant level with support from Senior Consultants and will participate in a non-resident on-call rota. Full GMC registration and a Licence to Practice are required at the start. These posts do not carry Postgraduate Dean's approval or training recognition.

About us

The applicant must demonstrate effective communication skills in English, as outlined in GMC's Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must have IELTS/OET scores before obtaining a GMC license. Applications requiring UK skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside others. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence for 12 months or more over the past 10 years. Adult dependants are also subject to this requirement. Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job description and responsibilities

Based in Cambridge, Addenbrooke's Hospital is a modern NHS facility and a renowned regional and international center for transplant and bio-medical research, affiliated with the University of Cambridge. The hospital offers extensive experience in various specialties including Neuroanaesthesia, Upper GI and Colorectal Surgery, ENT, Head and Neck Surgery, Paediatric Anaesthesia, regional Anaesthesia, Trauma, Transplant Anaesthesia, and more.

Further details on responsibilities and duties are provided in the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Applicants should meet the essential criteria outlined in the attached document. The application process includes background checks as per UK regulations.

Additional information

Applicants requiring UK visa sponsorship should refer to the UK Visas and Immigration guidelines. UK registration and a criminal record check are mandatory.

Employer details

Employer: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Website: [Link to hospital website]