Job summary
The Locum Consultant in Paediatric Neurology post is a 9-month fixed term contract, covering the maternity leave. The post comprises of 6 PAs for direct clinical care (DCC) and 1 PA for supporting professional activities (SPA). The post holder will, as a member of the Neurology consultant team, participate in the on-call duty (currently 1 in 13, 0.5 PA/week) and attending rotas for in-patient service in acute neurology and neurology consultation service as specified in the job plan below.
Main duties of the job
Scope of the role
The post comprises 5.5 PAs for direct clinical care (DCC) and 1 PA for supporting professional activities (SPA). The post holder will, as a member of the Neurology consultant team, participate in the on-call duty (currently 1 in 13, 0.5 PA/week) and attending rotas for in-patient service in acute neurology and neurology consultation service as specified in the job plan below.
The Neurosciences Medicine Unit
We are the largest paediatric neurological centre in the UK and the principal provider of specialist child neurology services, both emergency and elective, for North Thames and the surrounding counties. The specialty provides a national and international service for the management of rare and complex paediatric neurology conditions. The aim of the specialty is to provide high quality, efficient, multidisciplinary care to children with neurological disorders. In addition to providing treatment for all major paediatric neurology conditions, we provide sub-specialist expertise in many areas including Epilepsy and Epilepsy Surgery, Neuromuscular Disorders, Neuro-inflammation, Headache and Neurovascular disorders, some of which have highly specialized status. We have close links with our referrers and with the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square
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.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates.
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.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates.
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
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MBBS or equivalent
- On specialist Paediatric Neurology, or Paediatrics Register or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Paediatric Neurology in a tertiary centre or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview
Desirable
- Management course
- Higher research degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist training in paediatric neurology in an accredited training program or equivalent
- Training in Clinical Governance
- Involvement in Clinical Audit
- Teaching Experience
- Awareness and experience of child protection processes
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
- Training / experience in management of children with complex epilepsy
Desirable
- Proven ability to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Proven ability to apply research and audit findings in a clinical / organisational context
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in paediatric neurology
- Proven ability to build effective relationships with peers and work within teams
- Ability to work in a pressurised and changing environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with children and parents
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, in dealing with other clinical teams
- Ability to self-motivate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Application of Information Technology skills to clinical work
- Presentation Skills
- Lecturing experience
- Tutoring and mentoring skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to improving the health of children
- Commitment to the provision of a safe and quality service
- Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Willingness to share information and encourage good practice
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Flexible and adaptable
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Excellent time management and personal organisation
- Ability to operate within a wider context
Other Requirements
Essential
- Highest ethical and professional standards
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development
- Commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Commitment to staff development
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
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MBBS or equivalent
- On specialist Paediatric Neurology, or Paediatrics Register or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Paediatric Neurology in a tertiary centre or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview
Desirable
- Management course
- Higher research degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist training in paediatric neurology in an accredited training program or equivalent
- Training in Clinical Governance
- Involvement in Clinical Audit
- Teaching Experience
- Awareness and experience of child protection processes
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
- Training / experience in management of children with complex epilepsy
Desirable
- Proven ability to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Proven ability to apply research and audit findings in a clinical / organisational context
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in paediatric neurology
- Proven ability to build effective relationships with peers and work within teams
- Ability to work in a pressurised and changing environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with children and parents
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, in dealing with other clinical teams
- Ability to self-motivate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Application of Information Technology skills to clinical work
- Presentation Skills
- Lecturing experience
- Tutoring and mentoring skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to improving the health of children
- Commitment to the provision of a safe and quality service
- Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Willingness to share information and encourage good practice
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Flexible and adaptable
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Excellent time management and personal organisation
- Ability to operate within a wider context
Other Requirements
Essential
- Highest ethical and professional standards
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development
- Commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Commitment to staff development
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 Hospital for Children
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
