Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
We are looking for the successful candidate to start in March 2026.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking enthusiastic doctors to join our dedicated team in the Children's Emergency Department (CED). In this role, you will provide high-quality clinical care to acutely unwell and injured children as part of the full-shift resident doctor rota (days, mids, twilights, and nights).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Clerking new patients and reviewing those in the Paediatric Short Stay Unit
- Participating in ward rounds and clinical meetings
- Supporting the team in managing critically ill children in resuscitation when required
This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in Paediatric Emergency Medicine within a supportive and dynamic environment.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work across the full shift lower-tier rota (days, mids, twilights, and nights), providing high-quality clinical care to acutely unwell or injured children, including those requiring resuscitation. Your primary responsibilities will include clerking new patients and reviewing children in our short-stay unit. You will be supported in managing patients across all areas of the department, with guidance available whenever needed.
As part of our extensive education programme, you will have opportunities to teach, learn, and actively participate in research through PERUKI and PEM initiatives. You will also be encouraged to contribute to quality improvement projects, focusing on areas that interest you, while developing your skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONAppointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Proposed interview date: 6th February 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 1st February, please note due to high interest this vacancy may close early.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work across the full shift lower-tier rota (days, mids, twilights, and nights), providing high-quality clinical care to acutely unwell or injured children, including those requiring resuscitation. Your primary responsibilities will include clerking new patients and reviewing children in our short-stay unit. You will be supported in managing patients across all areas of the department, with guidance available whenever needed.
As part of our extensive education programme, you will have opportunities to teach, learn, and actively participate in research through PERUKI and PEM initiatives. You will also be encouraged to contribute to quality improvement projects, focusing on areas that interest you, while developing your skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities.
For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONAppointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application.
Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave.
Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay)
Proposed interview date: 6th February 2026
This vacancy closes on or before 1st February, please note due to high interest this vacancy may close early.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Completion of UK Foundation Programme Competencies (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education or quality improvement
Training
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Desirable
- Provider status in APLS (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS for at least 12 months (provide information inc. organisation, role, responsibilities)
Desirable
- Quality Improvement Experience (provide detail information on what and how this improved patient care and where this was presented; local/regional/national/international)
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Experience in participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Experience in formal research project (Provide information inc. date, title and the research study conclusions)
Team Work
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams. Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
Desirable
- Enthusiastic attitude and commitment to role/service
Working Under Pressure
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
Desirable
- Ability to cope with pressure
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Ability to flexible and adapt to change
Trust Value: Patients First
Essential
- Tell us about what this means to you and how you feel the role you are applying for links to this
Trust Value: Working Together
Essential
- Tell us what being a team player means to you and provide an example of when you have demonstrated this in the past
Trust Value: Always Improving
Essential
- Tell us about how you approach change and give us an example of an improvement you've made from doing things in a different way
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Completion of UK Foundation Programme Competencies (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in medical education or quality improvement
Training
Essential
- Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
Desirable
- Provider status in APLS (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS for at least 12 months (provide information inc. organisation, role, responsibilities)
Desirable
- Quality Improvement Experience (provide detail information on what and how this improved patient care and where this was presented; local/regional/national/international)
Teaching & Research
Essential
- Experience in participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
Desirable
- Experience in formal research project (Provide information inc. date, title and the research study conclusions)
Team Work
Essential
- Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams. Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
Desirable
- Enthusiastic attitude and commitment to role/service
Working Under Pressure
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
Desirable
- Ability to cope with pressure
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
Desirable
- Ability to flexible and adapt to change
Trust Value: Patients First
Essential
- Tell us about what this means to you and how you feel the role you are applying for links to this
Trust Value: Working Together
Essential
- Tell us what being a team player means to you and provide an example of when you have demonstrated this in the past
Trust Value: Always Improving
Essential
- Tell us about how you approach change and give us an example of an improvement you've made from doing things in a different way
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).
