Job summary
Fellowship in Paediatric Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine (Equivalent of Specialist Trainee ST 7+)
Applications are invited for one Fellowship post in Paediatric Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine at Great Ormond Street Hospital. This one-year fixed term post commences in February 2026 and is designed to offer extensive training opportunities for clinicians wishing to pursue a career in paediatric anaesthesia and pain medicine. The post will consist of 12 months training in anaesthesia and pain medicine at this busy tertiary paediatric referral centre.
This is a Trust Fellow position. It does not have a National Training Number. The FRCA or equivalent level of knowledge is mandatory. Applicants are expected to be within two years of completion or two years post completion of specialist training in anaesthesia at the start of the position. They should also be able to demonstrate a commitment to a career in paediatric anaesthesia. Applicants must be eligible to register with the GMC.
For further information, please contact Dr Helen Laycock, Joint Lead Clinician for Pain Control Service, or Dr Ellen Rawlinson and Dr Jamuna Navaratnarajah, College Tutors, at Great Ormond Street Hospital (0207 405 9200 extension 8865, e-mail Helen.Laycock@gosh.nhs.uk, Ellen.Rawlinson@gosh.nhs.uk, orJamuna.Navaratnarajah@gosh.nhs.uk,).
Main duties of the job
Main duties and responsibilities:
1. To provide a high-quality elective and emergency anaesthetic service as requested.
2. To engage in clinical governance activities such as critical incident reporting, attend morbidity and mortality meetings, perform audit and participate in any mandatory training deemed necessary.
3. To actively engage in the teaching and training of other members of the anaesthetic department and hospital staff.
4. Engage with quality improvement activity.
5. Perform additional management and administrative tasks as deemed appropriate to the position.
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
Please refer to the Job description.
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
All applicants should return their application forms electronically. To apply please go to: http://www.jobs.nhs.uk/ and search for Great Ormond Street Hospital. You must register first before you can apply for the post. If you have any other queries please contact us via email at vacancy@gosh.nhs.uk quoting the appropriate reference number.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates. See https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job description.
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
All applicants should return their application forms electronically. To apply please go to: http://www.jobs.nhs.uk/ and search for Great Ormond Street Hospital. You must register first before you can apply for the post. If you have any other queries please contact us via email at vacancy@gosh.nhs.uk quoting the appropriate reference number.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates. See https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service/about for more information.
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
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS (or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCA (or equivalent level of knowledge)
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil
- Paediatric simulator training
- APLS/EPLS/MEPA
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- At least 3 years' higher specialist training in anaesthesia and within 2 years of completing or up to 2 years post completing a recognised training scheme
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit/quality improvement activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- One year's training in paediatric anaesthesia (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
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
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
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS (or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCA (or equivalent level of knowledge)
Desirable
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil
- Paediatric simulator training
- APLS/EPLS/MEPA
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- At least 3 years' higher specialist training in anaesthesia and within 2 years of completing or up to 2 years post completing a recognised training scheme
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit/quality improvement activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
- One year's training in paediatric anaesthesia (or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
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).
