Job summary
Trust Fellowships in Paediatric Anaesthesia and Simulation (Equiv. ST 7+)
Applications are invited for 18-months fixed term fellowship post in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia at Great Ormond Street Hospital commencing in May 2026. The post is designed to offer extensive training opportunities for clinicians wishing to pursue a career in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia. The post consists of 6 months training in paediatric cardiac intensive care followed by 12 months training in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia at this busy quaternary paediatric referral centre.
These are Trust Fellow positions. They don't have a National Training Number. The FRCA or equivalent level of knowledge is mandatory. Applicants would be expected to have completed the equivalent of at least one year of higher/advanced training in paediatric anaesthesia (or equivalent) and 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.
Main duties of the job
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- To provide a high-quality elective and emergency anaesthetic service.
- 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.
- To actively engage in the teaching and training of other members of the anaesthetic department and hospital staff.
- Engage with quality improvement activity.
- 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 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 attached. The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached. The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.
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
- MEPA or other paediatric simulator training
- APLS / EPALS
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
- MEPA or other paediatric simulator training
- APLS / EPALS
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).
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).
