Locum Consultant in General Paediatrics, Broomhall

Job summary

Fixed Term - 12 months | 6.73 PA (additional 1.875 PA's available)

Applications are invited from candidates with experience in General Paediatrics.

This role is to provide cover for a short-term career break and to support improvement of outpatient capacity for children awaiting General Paediatric clinics. The post will involve delivery of General Paediatric outpatient clinics based at Sheffield Children's Hospital and the Northern General Hospital.

The successful applicant will also contribute to the General Paediatric Consultant of the Week rota and participate in out-of-hours acute General Paediatrics.

Applicants must hold, or be within six months of obtaining, a CCST in Paediatrics at the time of commencing the post.

Consultants who are unable to work full-time for personal reasons are encouraged to apply. Where applicable, job plan modifications will be discussed on an individual basis in consultation with Consultant colleagues and the Trust.

Main duties of the job

The General Paediatrics team delivers a comprehensive secondary-level paediatric service to the population of Sheffield. The service provides daily General Paediatric outpatient clinics, inpatient acute care, and an established Consultant of the Week model, with responsibility for all admitted patients during in-hours. An out-of-hours on-call service ensures continuity of high-quality care at all times.

The service is led by Dr Lucy Hinds, Team Leader for General Paediatrics, with regular Consultant meetings supporting collaborative working, service development, and clinical governance.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering excellent, high-quality outpatient and inpatient care to the local population
• Ensuring care is accessible, responsive, and patient-centred
• Maintaining the highest clinical standards across all areas of general paediatric practice
• Providing care that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of children and their families
• Offering high-quality training, supervision, and educational support for medical students and junior doctors throughout their placement at Sheffield Children's Hospital

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Lucy Hinds Tel-01142717000 Email -

Interviews are scheduled to take place on TBC

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at . Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

#LI-Onsite

Job description
Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Lucy Hinds Tel-01142717000 Email -

Interviews are scheduled to take place on TBC

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at . Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

#LI-Onsite

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC Registration
• MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Higher degree e.g. MSc/PhD relevant to the subspecialty

Training

Essential

• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
• Valid APLS training

Desirable

• FMERSA Certification
• APLS instructor

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Good clinical experience in general paediatrics
• Evidence of safeguarding experience

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS
• Paediatric dermatology experience in secondary or tertiary setting

Audit/ Research

Essential

• Experience in clinical audit and quality improvement

Desirable

• Able to initiate and carry out medical research projects

Teaching

Essential

• Experience in training undergraduate medical students and post graduate doctors

Desirable

• Specific training in education and/or appraisal

Management

Essential

• Experience in management e.g., trainee rotas
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Desirable

• Specific management training
• Evidence of management of change

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from both medical and other disciplines
• Good communication skills

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC Registration
• MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification

Desirable

• Higher degree e.g. MSc/PhD relevant to the subspecialty

Training

Essential

• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
• Valid APLS training

Desirable

• FMERSA Certification
• APLS instructor

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Good clinical experience in general paediatrics
• Evidence of safeguarding experience

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS
• Paediatric dermatology experience in secondary or tertiary setting

Audit/ Research

Essential

• Experience in clinical audit and quality improvement

Desirable

• Able to initiate and carry out medical research projects

Teaching

Essential

• Experience in training undergraduate medical students and post graduate doctors

Desirable

• Specific training in education and/or appraisal

Management

Essential

• Experience in management e.g., trainee rotas
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Desirable

• Specific management training
• Evidence of management of change

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from both medical and other disciplines
• Good communication skills