Senior Thoracic and Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery Clinical Fellow

NHS; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading paediatric healthcare provider in Sheffield is offering a 12-month Paediatric Thoracic and Upper Gastrointestinal Fellow position. This role is ideal for post-CCT candidates seeking to gain advanced clinical experience and consolidate subspecialty skills in a dynamic surgical environment. Applicants must be registered medical practitioners with appropriate surgical qualifications and current GMC registration.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Access to salary sacrifice schemes, such as cycle to work and lease cars

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Practitioner with MRCS, FRCS, or equivalent.
• Current registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• CCT in paediatric surgery or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on experience in neonatal, general paediatric, thoracic, and upper GI surgery.
• Participate in the middle grade rota and daily ward rounds.
• Perform thoracoscopic and laparoscopic procedures in infants and children.
• Gain exposure to congenital conditions including oesophageal atresia and diaphragmatic hernia.
• Develop upper GI endoscopic and interventional skills.

Skills

Hands-on experience in neonatal and general paediatric surgery

Participating in middle grade rota

Performing thoracoscopic and laparoscopic procedures

Collaborating across surgical teams

Completing a clinical research project

Education

MRCS, FRCS or equivalent

Current registration with the General Medical Council

Job description

Post CCT Thoracic and Upper Gastrointestinal Fellowship. Accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Fixed Term: 12 months | Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paediatric Thoracic and Upper Gastrointestinal Fellow to join our team for a 12-month post, accredited by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

This fellowship is open to post-CCT candidates or ST8 trainees working towards specific CCT sign-off targets. The role offers advanced clinical experience in a specialist setting, with opportunities to develop expertise in complex thoracic and upper GI paediatric surgery.

Ideal for candidates seeking to consolidate subspecialty skills within a leading paediatric surgical unit.

About You:

• Registered Medical Practitioner with MRCS, FRCS, or equivalent.

• Current registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).

Interviews expected to be held Wednesday 5th November 2025.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Paediatric Surgery Clinical Lead, your responsibilities will include

• Provide hands-on experience in neonatal, general paediatric, thoracic, and upper GI surgery

• Participate in the middle grade rota and daily ward rounds

• Perform thoracoscopic and laparoscopic procedures in infants and children

• Gain exposure to congenital conditions including oesophageal atresia and diaphragmatic hernia

• Develop upper GI endoscopic and interventional skills

• Collaborate across surgical, ICU, ward, and theatre teams

• Engage in MDTs across key specialties including Radiology, Thoracic, Oncology, and Gastroenterology

• Complete a clinical research project with opportunities for presentation and publication

About us

Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.

We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."

Outstanding patient care

Brilliant place to work

Leader in children's health

Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.

We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.

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.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Registered with General Medical Council

• MRCS, FRCS or equivalent.

• Has CCT in paediatric surgery or equivalent

Desirable:

• ATLS and/or APLS provider or instructor

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.