Job summary
Job overview
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Trust Fellow in Paediatric Immunology, Infectious Diseases & BMT
(Equiv. of ST4+)
12-Month Fixed-Term, Full TimePosts beginning 1-Sep- 2025
40 basic hours plus an additional 'out of hours work' equating to a max. of 48 hours per week on average
Based in Immunology, ID and Bone Marrow Transplantation
We are currently inviting applications for an exciting opportunity to gain or extend your clinical experience of Immunology, Infectious Diseases and Bone Marrow Transplantation in this unique and supportive environment within a busy children's hospital.
The postis suitable for someone who wishes to consolidate previous experience/training in Immunology, Infectious Diseases and/or Bone Marrow Transplantation, or for someone with previous middle-grade paediatric experience who has an interest in these areas. MRCPCH (or equivalent) is essential. The post-holders will be involved in the in-patient care of children affected by a wide range of primary immunodeficiency disorders and infectious diseases, and will also gain some experience of bone marrow transplantation, working as part of a larger team of middle grade doctors.
Applicants must be registered with the GMC with a Licence to Practice or eligible for registration.
Consultant Contacts:
Dr Alasdair Bamford - Clinical Lead for IDalasdair.bamford@gosh.nhs.uk
Dr Winnie Ip - Consultant ImmunologyWinnie.Ip@gosh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
This is a post suitable for a doctor who is post-MRCPCH or equivalent with an excellent record in care of general paediatric and acutely sick children and who wishes to pursue a career in paediatrics. The post is a full time appointment, but applications from doctors wishing to work on a part-time basis will also be welcomed.
This contract is fixed term in nature, as the post is designed to provide specific training competencies to the post holder. Upon commencement in this role, your training competencies will be set.
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
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
- 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
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- General Professional training
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of 7.5 or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of 'B' in each domain.
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years full time hospital service in paediatrics in the SHO/ TF/ST role
- Ability to carry out relevant procedures independently
- Good general paediatric knowledge
- Evidence of experience in immunology and infectious diseases as well as general paediatrics
- Evidence of ability to manage sick infants and children including neutropenic sepsis and acute neurological deterioration.
Desirable
- Participation in clinical Audit/research
- Experience of teaching/presentations
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
- Computer literate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in practical procedures including cannulation and phlebotomy in children
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- 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
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- General Professional training
- Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of 7.5 or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of 'B' in each domain.
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years full time hospital service in paediatrics in the SHO/ TF/ST role
- Ability to carry out relevant procedures independently
- Good general paediatric knowledge
- Evidence of experience in immunology and infectious diseases as well as general paediatrics
- Evidence of ability to manage sick infants and children including neutropenic sepsis and acute neurological deterioration.
Desirable
- Participation in clinical Audit/research
- Experience of teaching/presentations
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
- Evidence of multidisciplinary team working
- Computer literate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desirable
- Experience in practical procedures including cannulation and phlebotomy in children
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
Great Ormond Street hospital
London
WC1N3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
