Job summary
Clinical Fellow in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Great Ormond Street Hospital in the Attachment and Trauma Team (ATT) and Social Communication and Autism Service (SCASS) - 5 PAs
There is an exciting opportunity for a 6 month clinical fellow role in the Attachment and Trauma Team (ATT) and Social Communication and Autism Service (SCAS) at Great Ormond Street Hospital for 6 months starting on 5 February 2025 . This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a National and Specialist Tier 4 team and to learn about paediatric liaison at a world-leading children's hospital and specialist in rare disorders.
The clinical supervisors are Dr Simon Wilkinson and Dr Ruth Garcia-Rodriguez. The team offers out-patient assessments, second opinions and highly specialist management for children affected by abuse, neglect and complex trauma (ATT) and who need assessments of autism (SCASS).
Main duties of the job
The post is 5 PAs and there will be an opportunity to agree with the existing registrar in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry whether to work across the two teams or to choose to work in one of the teams only.
The fellow will also take part in the out of hours on call rota for Noth East London and a daytime liaison rota at GOSH.
We will be offering opportunities to attend a weekly academic program in child psychiatry , and opportunities for research and teaching for those interested.
For more information please contact: Dr Ruth Garcia Ruth.garcia-rodriguez@gosh.nhs.uk the Training Programme Director and lead for SCASS, and/or Dr Simon Wilkinson Simon.Wilkinson@gosh.nhs.uk, joint specialty lead in the department and lead for ATT.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCPsych or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or equivalent specialist training).
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related psychiatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
- Experience of and training in neurodevelopmental assessment including use of ADOS and 3di or equivalent tools
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCPsych or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or equivalent specialist training).
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related psychiatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
- Experience of and training in neurodevelopmental assessment including use of ADOS and 3di or equivalent tools
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
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).
