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Cambridgeshire Community Services Nhs Trust; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in the UK is seeking a Specialty Doctor or GP with a special interest in Paediatrics to conduct health assessments for children in care. The position is part of a dedicated team and involves opportunities for teaching and service improvement. Ideal candidates should have GMC registration and clinical experience dealing with looked after children. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged to support a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for teaching and research

Qualifications

• Current registration with the GMC; responsibility to maintain registration.
• Qualification and clinical experience as a paediatrician or general practitioner.
• Evidence of ability to work flexible patterns where possible.

Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory looked‑after children health assessments.
• Formulate comprehensive, individual healthcare plans.
• Lead on relevant audits of service provision.

Skills

Current GMC registration

Clinical experience as a paediatrician

Ability to work flexible patterns

Education

Qualification in paediatrics or general practice

Job description

About the Trust

Driven by our Trust values of Honesty, Empathy, Ambition and Respect, the Trust’s vision is to provide high quality care to the diverse communities we serve. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that supports diversity, including staff networks for long‑term conditions, disabilities and LGBTQIA+.

Flexible working is considered for all roles, including job share, compressed hours, annualised hours and tailored patterns.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Specialty Doctor or GP with a specialist interest in Paediatrics to undertake initial health assessments for children in care, including those with complex needs and those looked after (Looked After Children) or on a plan for adoption. The post is part of the Cambridgeshire Community Paediatric Team and offers opportunities for service improvement, teaching and research.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake statutory looked‑after children health assessments, including those with complex healthcare needs.
• Formulate comprehensive, individual healthcare plans.
• Lead on relevant audits of service provision, including multi‑agency audits.
• Support wider community paediatric work across Cambridgeshire, according to service needs and applicant expertise.
• Communicate effectively with clinical and non‑clinical staff in health, education and social care.
• Maintain professional development, participate in appraisal and KSF processes.
• Observe strict confidentiality and data protection standards in line with the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.
• Adhere to infection control policies, risk assessment and risk management processes.
• Undertake mandatory training and other role‑relevant training as required.
• Participate in clinical and other audits and emergency preparedness processes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Current registration with the GMC; responsibility to maintain registration.
• Qualification and clinical experience as a paediatrician, general practitioner, or other medical professional with proved interest and expertise in children in care assessments.
• Evidence of ability to work flexible patterns where possible.
• Willingness to undertake the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 disclosure process.
• Ability to undertake and adhere to NHS policies, including the Equal Opportunities Policy and Trust risk management procedures.

Remuneration and Conditions

Pay will be according to national NHS pay scales in line with experience, and this is a substantive post within our Trust.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975. The Trust is committed to fair treatment of staff in line with its equal opportunities policy.

Application and Closing

Applications close on 22nd December 2025. The selection process includes a competency assessment task on the day of interview. Interviews will be in person only.