Specialty Doctor in Developmental Paediatrics - Farnham

HCRG Care Group; Farnham; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial savings discounts

Flexible pay access

Wellbeing support

CPD opportunities

Innovation funding

Good/Outstanding care track record

Job summary

HCRG Care Group in Farnham is seeking a Specialty Doctor in Developmental Paediatrics to join a multidisciplinary team delivering specialist assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and young people.

The role offers 40 hours per week, a permanent contract with flexible working, competitive salary (£73,383 - £102,689), opportunities for CPD and learning, and a supportive environment focused on high-quality care.

Qualifications

• UK recognised medical degree and GMC registration are required.
• MRCPCH/MRCP or equivalent is preferred.
• Evidence of training in child protection and health assessments.
• Higher specialist training in Developmental Paediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Developmental Paediatric clinics and assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for treatment and follow-ups.
• Provide reports for SEND, school medicals, and looked after children.

Education

UK recognised medical degree

MRCPCH/MRCP or equivalent

GMC registration

Health service management

Job description

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Specialty Doctor in Developmental Paediatrics - Farnham

Job Reference HCRGCG/TP/24475/20752

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent - Full or Part Time

Weekly contracted hours:

40

Location:

Closing Date:

18/10/2026

Job Category:

HCRG - Medical and Dental

Service type:

HCRG - Children's Services

Business Unit:

HCRG - Surrey 0-19

Job Introduction

Join Us as an Specialty Doctor in Developmental Paediatrics!

Step into a role that values your expertise while offering unparalleled support for your professional and personal well-being .

With a competitive salary of £73,383 - £102,689 (Medical and Dental Payscale), this position is designed to reward your dedication and skills.

You’ll benefit from exclusive perks such as:

• Financial Savings: Discounts on everyday purchases, cashback, and vouchers for special moments through My Reward Hub.
• Flexible Pay Access: Get your wages as you earn them, avoiding financial stress during life’s emergencies.
• Wellbeing Support :Comprehensive online and face-to-face resources for mental and physical health, career coaching, counselling, and post-trauma assistance.
• Continuous Development: Access bespoke career pathways, eLearning, and ongoing CPD opportunities through our ‘Outstanding’ learning team, The Learning Enterprise.
• Innovative Environment: Work within an open culture that values your ideas, supported by £100,000 annually in innovation funding to help you shape the future of health and care.
• Commitment to Excellence: Join a team with a proven track record of high-quality care, with most services rated as “Good” or “Outstanding” by the Care Quality Commission.

Are you an experienced and compassionate Specialty Doctorseeking an opportunity to make a real difference while advancing your career ?

Join HCRG Care Group as a Specialty Doctor, where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to children and young people.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring a holistic approach to meeting the diverse needs of the community.

This role offers flexibility, support, and professional growth opportunities within a collaborative and innovative environment . Whether you’re looking to expand your expertise or develop a subspecialty interest, we provide the resources, training, and mentorship to help you succeed.

With access to agile working, an inclusive culture, and the ability to shape your role according to your strengths, this position provides a rewarding balance of clinical excellence and personal well-being .

Main Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental paediatric clinics, including assessments for SEND, school medicals, and Looked After Children, ensuring timely and accurate reports.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for assessments, treatment, and follow-ups, including safeguarding activities and case reviews .
• Liaise with other health professionals to ensure coordinated care and contribute to other Developmental Paediatrics work as required.

Professional and Operational Duties

• Participate in the supervision, teaching, and training of staff.
• Contribute to audits, clinical governance, and service development discussions with internal and external agencies.
• Adhere to infection control policies, confidentiality standards, and professional obligations.
• Actively engage in personal development and support the development of colleagues.

Job Plan

• Direct Clinical Care (DCC): Clinical work, administration, safeguarding, peer reviews, and supervision.
• Supporting Professional Activities (SPA): CPD, audits, teaching, governance, and service improvements.

Development and Support

• Access facilities and support for CPD, including study leave, to meet professional body requirements.
• Annual appraisals will cover the full scope of practice.

Managerial Structure and Support

• Report to the Director of Developmental Paediatrics, with annual job planning and appraisal.
• Administrative support is provided, with a named contact for medical staff.

Ideal Candidate

• UK recognised medical degree
• Current full GMC registration
• Current work permit (if appropriate)
• Evidence of training in all aspects of child protection assessment (including level 3 training) and health assessments (further training and supervision in assessment of child sexual abuse can be provided in post)
• Knowledge and understanding of Multi-Disciplinary, inter-professional practice to include primary care and social services
• Knowledge and understanding of Multi-Disciplinary, inter-professional practice to include primary care and social services
• MRCPCH/MRCP or equivalent
• Higher specialist training in Developmental Paediatrics
• Trained in a method of standardised developmental assessment for children
• Ability to analyse epidemiological data
• Experience in Developmental Paediatrics including clinical management of looked after children and developmental assessment.
• Experience in Developmental Paediatrics including clinical management of looked after children and developmental assessment.
• Experience in the assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Conditions.
• Experience of providing child protection reports for the Police and Social Services
• MSc /diploma in community child health or relevant subject
• CCT in Community Child Health

Other requirements: Car driver with own car insured for business use

We change lives by transforming health and care.

Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes . We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do .

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone .