Senior Community Paediatrician – Neurodevelopment

National health service; Fir Tree; On-site; GBP 104,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

National Health Service in the Darlington area is seeking a Clinical Specialist Doctor in Community Child Health with an interest in neurodevelopmental paediatrics and the assessment of Children in Care. The post covers a defined geographical patch and involves leading a multidisciplinary team across hospital and community settings.

The role includes delivering holistic assessments, coordinating care with education, social care and primary care, and contributing to service development and

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree with GMC registration.
• Experience in community paediatrics, neurodevelopmental paediatrics, and care of Children in Care.
• Experience with safeguarding and governance responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic multidisciplinary care to children with developmental disorders.
• Provide initial health assessments and liaison with education and social care.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audits, and CPD.

Skills

Community Paediatrics

Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics

Children in Care

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Full GMC Registration

MSc in Neurodisability (Desirable)

Job description

National Health Service in the Darlington area is seeking a Clinical Specialist Doctor in Community Child Health with an interest in neurodevelopmental paediatrics and the assessment of Children in Care. The post covers a defined geographical patch and involves leading a multidisciplinary team across hospital and community settings.

The role includes delivering holistic assessments, coordinating care with education, social care and primary care, and contributing to service development and