Job summary
SENIOR CLINICAL FELLOW IN PAEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY- Accredited for Post-CCT fellowship training by British Association of Dermatologists
This is a 12 month post to commence February 2025
This Senior Clinical fellow post in Paediatric Dermatology at Nottingham Children's Hospital (part of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust) provides 12 months supervised experience for individuals intending to practice as a dermatologist specialising in paediatric dermatology.
Preference will be given to applicants who have fulfilled all the requirements for CCT in dermatology who will be eligible to achieve post CCT accreditation in paediatric dermatology from the British Association of Dermatologists. Applications will also be considered from pre CCT or CESR dermatology trainees or paediatricians wishing to develop their experience in paediatric dermatology. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a minimum of 1 year experience in specialised paediatric dermatology.
The post is full time based at Queen's medical Centre, Nottingham. The trainee will be given the opportunity to acquire capabilities in the following 3 areas: Dermatology as applied to paediatric practice; General paediatrics as applied to dermatology practice; Advanced paediatric dermatology and genetics.
The department has close links with the Centre for Evidence based dermatology at Nottingham University and participation in research is encouraged and supported.
Main duties of the job
The post is full time with 6 PAs in paediatric dermatology and 4 PAs in adult dermatology.
This is a new post which has arisen due to increasing demand for paediatric dermatology and adult dermatology services across Nottinghamshire and the need to support the existing team of dermatologists and paediatricians at Nottingham University Hospital.
The role will entail all aspects of paediatric dermatology as appropriate to the training of the appointee with relevant training where necessary. There will be the opportunity to develop expertise in chosen areas of paediatric and adult dermatology.
Applicants should be fully registered with the GMC and have a licence to practice. Applicants must have or be within 6 months of receiving, a CCT in dermatology at the time of appointment.
All our Consultants are appointed as Clinical Teachers by The University of Nottingham.
About us
Nottingham Paediatric Dermatology Services
The existing Dermatology service undertakes consultant led outpatient and diagnostic services, treatments and surgical intervention. Specialist nurses provide nurse-led chronic disease management, skin cancer, light therapy, photodynamic therapy, biopsy, triamcinolone and holistic needs clinic. The consultant-led services undertaken are linked to inpatient facilities in NUH and staff work as a cohesive unit to ensure smooth patient pathways across both organisations. In addition to the current services, we are aiming to develop community based dermatology services that use the latest telemedicine technology and skilled-up GPs, nurses and technicians.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric dermatology (10PA) to be an integral part of our paediatric dermatology team at Nottingham University Hospitals.
The post will be based in the paediatric dermatology department. This is a new post which has arisen due to increasing demand for paediatric dermatology services across Nottinghamshire and recognition for the need to support higher specialist training in paediatric dermatology. The post will provide 12 months of supervised experience for individuals intending to practice as a dermatologist with a special interest in paediatric dermatology. For those individuals who have fulfilled all the requirements to obtain CCT in dermatology there will be the opportunity to achieve post CCT accreditation in paediatric dermatology from the British Association of Dermatologists. The post is also open to paediatricians with an interest in paediatric dermatology, and pre-CCT or CESR dermatology trainees but these applicants will not be eligible for post CCT accrediatation. The trainee will be given the opportunity to acquire capabilities in the 3 areas of the post CCT fellowship curriculum
Dermatology as applied to paediatric practice
General paediatrics as applied to dermatology practice
Advanced paediatric dermatology and genetics
The post holder will undertake the following roles:
Work as a paediatric dermatologist in a supervised capacity to support the current service in both outpatients and for inpatient referrals
Provide paediatric dermatology assessment, diagnosis and management to the population of children and young people served by Nottingham Childrens Hospital.
Contribute to vetting new referrals and Advice and Guidance requests from GPs to the paediatric dermatology service
Teach on the undergraduate and postgraduate training programme and supervise of medical students
Provide cross cover for consultant colleagues during periods of leave
Recruit to dermatology research trials as appropriate
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric dermatology (10PA) to be an integral part of our paediatric dermatology team at Nottingham University Hospitals.
The post will be based in the paediatric dermatology department. This is a new post which has arisen due to increasing demand for paediatric dermatology services across Nottinghamshire and recognition for the need to support higher specialist training in paediatric dermatology. The post will provide 12 months of supervised experience for individuals intending to practice as a dermatologist with a special interest in paediatric dermatology. For those individuals who have fulfilled all the requirements to obtain CCT in dermatology there will be the opportunity to achieve post CCT accreditation in paediatric dermatology from the British Association of Dermatologists. The post is also open to paediatricians with an interest in paediatric dermatology, and pre-CCT or CESR dermatology trainees but these applicants will not be eligible for post CCT accrediatation. The trainee will be given the opportunity to acquire capabilities in the 3 areas of the post CCT fellowship curriculum
Dermatology as applied to paediatric practice
General paediatrics as applied to dermatology practice
Advanced paediatric dermatology and genetics
The post holder will undertake the following roles:
Work as a paediatric dermatologist in a supervised capacity to support the current service in both outpatients and for inpatient referrals
Provide paediatric dermatology assessment, diagnosis and management to the population of children and young people served by Nottingham Childrens Hospital.
Contribute to vetting new referrals and Advice and Guidance requests from GPs to the paediatric dermatology service
Teach on the undergraduate and postgraduate training programme and supervise of medical students
Provide cross cover for consultant colleagues during periods of leave
Recruit to dermatology research trials as appropriate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Full Registration with License to Practice
- MRCP or MRCPCH
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during Postgraduate training.d practice ATSM
- CCT in dermatology/paediatrics or within 6 months of ite training period
Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate previous tertiary experience of UK paediatric dermatology
- Minimum 1 year dermatology experience.
- Shows clear training structure as part of career path and commitment to paediatric dermatology
Desirable
- Achieved all capabilities for CCT in Dermatology
Teaching
Essential
- Shows evidence of having taught medical students and junior doctors in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Evidence of having provided teaching to multi-disciplinary groups
- Has presented at local, regional or national meetings
- Completed a 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course
Communication skills
Essential
- Excellent communications skills, written and oral.
- Excellent problem solving skills using team when appropriate
- oAble to present and receive complex information within the multi professional team
Desirable
- oParticipation in a clinically-based and/or educational research project with involvement at key stages (design, data collection, analysis, preparation of abstracts and final paper)
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and maintain consistent standards
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and abilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GMC Full Registration with License to Practice
- MRCP or MRCPCH
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes or honours during Postgraduate training.d practice ATSM
- CCT in dermatology/paediatrics or within 6 months of ite training period
Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate previous tertiary experience of UK paediatric dermatology
- Minimum 1 year dermatology experience.
- Shows clear training structure as part of career path and commitment to paediatric dermatology
Desirable
- Achieved all capabilities for CCT in Dermatology
Teaching
Essential
- Shows evidence of having taught medical students and junior doctors in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Evidence of having provided teaching to multi-disciplinary groups
- Has presented at local, regional or national meetings
- Completed a 'training the trainers' or 'teaching skills' course
Communication skills
Essential
- Excellent communications skills, written and oral.
- Excellent problem solving skills using team when appropriate
- oAble to present and receive complex information within the multi professional team
Desirable
- oParticipation in a clinically-based and/or educational research project with involvement at key stages (design, data collection, analysis, preparation of abstracts and final paper)
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload and maintain consistent standards
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills and abilities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).