Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Paediatrician for a full-time, fixed-term position to cover maternity leave. The successful candidate will manage patients in the Paediatric Assessment Unit, attend emergencies, and engage in inpatient ward rounds. Applicants must possess a Full UK General Medical qualification and demonstrate proficiency in English. This role offers an opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Full UK General Medical qualification at the time of application.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the English language is required.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and management of patients in the Paediatric Assessment Unit.
• Attending Paediatric emergencies in Emergency Department.
• Inpatient ward rounds and coordination of care.

Skills

Paediatrics

Emergency management

Communication

Education

Full UK General Medical qualification

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for the above full time, fixed term post to cover maternity leave, for this 660 bed acute hospital serving a local population of approximately 400,000. The maternity service had 5,500 deliveries per year. This appointment will be made in accordance with the Terms and Conditions of Service for Hospital Medical and Dental Staff (England) 2002.

The appointee will have training in Paediatrics, be confident in managing Paediatric medical emergencies and assess patients in general Paediatric outpatient clinics.

The successful post holder will join a 12 WTE middle grade Paediatric rota made up of ST3+ Paediatric trainees and Senior Clinical Fellows, providing cover to the Paediatric Assessment Unit, inpatient wards including high‑dependency care and outpatient clinic. They will work closely with the extended MDT team of nurses, advanced clinical practitioners, dieticians, physiotherapists, pharmacists and play team, consultants and other subspecialty teams.

This post is to cover a 12‑month maternity leave.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and initial management of patients referred to the Paediatric Assessment Unit from Primary care and Emergency Department;
• Attending Paediatric emergencies in Emergency Department and on the ward;
• Inpatient ward rounds, including high‑dependency care, with management planning and coordination of care in liaison with attending consultant;
• Assessment and management planning of patients in outpatient clinic with consultant input and supervision;
• Participation in teaching and training and appropriate

Qualifications and Requirements

• Full UK General Medical qualification at the time of application;
• All applicants will be required to demonstrate a working knowledge of the English language;
• The appointee will have Full UK General Medical at the time of application;
• Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advert closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

Other Information

The L&D is an Equal Opportunities Employer and operates a No Smoking Policy.

Our Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

As this role is within scope of the current legislation COVID19 vaccination status will remain part of our routine Occupational Health check.

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and your patients from the virus. If you’re still unsure, you can find lots of information on COVID‑19 vaccines and the booking process on the NHS Website.

The appointments will be subject to full Occupational Health Clearance and Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check for the successful candidates prior to commencement.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

If you have not received correspondence inviting you for interview within 28 days of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

This advert closes on Sunday 25 Jan 2026.