Job summary
GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
LOCUM CONSULTANT IN PAEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY WITH AN INTEREST IN CONGENITAL HYPERINSULINISM (CHI) - 7PA
The Endocrinology service at Great Ormond Street Hospital would like to announce an exciting opportunity for a 12-month fixed term locum Consultant in Paediatric Endocrinology post with an interest in Congenital Hyperinsulinism (CHI).
Tertiary training in CHI is desirable but not essential, although a demonstrated interest in beta cell physiology is an advantage. The successful candidate will spend 3PA of their time supporting the CHI service whilst receiving weekly timetabled training in CHI from the lead CHI consultant to develop high level skills and expertise in managing children with CHI. The endocrine department has a strong focus on research and the post-holder will take an active role in audit, clinical governance, teaching and research, including acting as Sub-Investigator for clinical trials in CHI.
The remaining 4PA will be spent within the general endocrine service developing a general endocrine portfolio. The post holder will have no initial on call but will be expected to participate in the CHI consultant daytime rota supporting the attending team with advice and management of patients with CHI within the Hospital and provide advice to outside Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be expected to work with colleagues to support and develop the Congenital Hyperinsulinism service. The holder will run a weekly Congenital Hyperinsulinism clinic and provide input into the national Congenital Hyperinsulinism specialist commissioning meeting.
The endocrine department has strong research, under-graduate and post-graduate education components. The post-holder will be expected to take an active role in the on-going programmes of audit, clinical governance, supervision, teaching and research within Endocrinology. The clinical service is closely aligned with both clinical and molecular research at the UCL GOS Institute of Child Health and collaborative partners and commercial research through the GOSH clinical research facility. The post-holder will be encouraged to support the research programme in Congenital Hyperinsulinism. Attendance at any conferences needs to be planned well in advance and will be on a rotational basis with other consultants. It is expected that the appointee will take study and annual leave according to Trust policy.
All candidates must be on the specialist register for General Paediatrics and eligible for specialist registration in Paediatric Endocrinology, and have CCT or equivalent, or be within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview. The candidates should be eligible for registration with the GMC and have full MRCPCH or equivalent. A higher degree (MD/PhD) is desirable.
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
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- 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
- GMC specialist registration (obtained by designated start date)
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians/ Paediatricians or equivalent MRCPCH/FRCPCH
- CCT/CCST in Endocrinology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR).
- CCT in Paediatric Endocrinology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in Paediatric Endocrinology
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects.
- Level 3 Safeguarding Training
- BLS Training
Desirable
- Experience and training in Paediatric Congenital Hyperinsulinism
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- 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
- GMC specialist registration (obtained by designated start date)
- Membership of the Royal College of Physicians/ Paediatricians or equivalent MRCPCH/FRCPCH
- CCT/CCST in Endocrinology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR).
- CCT in Paediatric Endocrinology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience
Desirable
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive experience in Paediatric Endocrinology
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects.
- Level 3 Safeguarding Training
- BLS Training
Desirable
- Experience and training in Paediatric Congenital Hyperinsulinism
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
