Senior Clinical Fellow - Paediatric Surgery

Sheffield Children's; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in children's healthcare is seeking a Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Surgery. This dynamic role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in neonatal surgery and various paediatric specialties. You'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional care, with access to teaching and training opportunities. If you're passionate about advancing your skills in paediatric surgery and making a significant impact on young patients' lives, this position is perfect for you. Join a friendly and motivated team committed to excellence and compassion in healthcare.

Benefits

Excellent annual leave

Pension schemes

Health programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Practitioner with MRCS, FRCS, or equivalent.
• Experience in Paediatric Surgery at SHO or Registrar level.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the middle grade rota, managing newborn infants and children.
• Provide high-quality care across a range of paediatric surgical specialties.

Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Diagnostic Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPCH or equivalent

APLS/PALS and NLS provider

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow - Paediatric Surgery

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

We are excited to announce an opening for a Paediatric Surgery post at ST3+ level on the middle grade rota. This 12-month position offers an opportunity to gain experience in neonatal surgery, general and subspecialist paediatric surgery, and urology, as part of a dynamic and supportive team.

While this post is not approved for educational purposes by the Postgraduate Dean, you will still benefit from the same teaching and training opportunities as other Higher Specialist and Core Surgical Trainees.

About You:

Registered Medical Practitioner with MRCS, FRCS, or equivalent.

Current registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).

Experience in Paediatric Surgery at SHO or Registrar level.

Demonstrated skills and competence appropriate to your training stage.

Evidence of sustained progress through your medical career.

If you're looking to expand your skills in paediatric surgery and contribute to a dedicated team providing excellent care, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Lead (PS), your responsibilities will include:

Work as part of the middle grade rota, gaining hands-on experience in our 12-bedded Neonatal Surgical Unit, managing newborn infants and children with congenital malformations and other surgical conditions. This includes those requiring complex neonatal surgery.

Provide high-quality care across a range of paediatric surgical specialties, including Urology, Surgical Gastroenterology, Thoracic Surgery, and Oncology.

Participate in pre-operative assessments, operative procedures, and post-operative care, with a focus on minimal access techniques.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:

Brilliant Place to work

Leaders in Children's Health

We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.

Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.

Job 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 Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones 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 [e-mail]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• APLS/PALS and NLS provider - courses can be accessed at the beginning of the post if required
• Fully registered with the GMC
• APLS/PALS/NLS/PANSTAR instructor

Experience

• The appointees must have relevant experience in paediatrics and neonatal medicine
• Paediatric Intensive care experience is required- ideally ST4-8 level
• Tertiary neonatal experience

Knowledge & Skills

• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge & judgement. Potential to develop excellent diagnostic skills
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation Competencies by time of appointment in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
• Evidence of involvement in clinical audit
• Demonstrates understanding of importance of audit, risk management & research
• Leadership Skills: Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team and take on leadership functions
• Communication Skills: particularly in dealing with medical colleagues, nurses and parents both within the service and with other Trusts
• Commitment to continuing personal professional development
• Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements , e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
• Teaching skill

Personal Attributes

• Able to show a high level of clinical acumen
• An effective team leader
• Well-organised
• Flexible/Adaptable

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.

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