Job summary
We are looking for 2 Trust Doctors (ST4+ equivalent) to join our Paediatrics team at Worthing Hospital, 1 until September 2026 and 1 until March 2026.
This is a full-time/ part-time role including participation in a full shift rota system.
The successful candidate will work alongside other team members to provide a full shift rota at middle grade level which will involve acute paediatrics and neonates.
Candidates must have completed foundation training (or equivalent) and have at least 2 further years of Paediatric experience ideally including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit. Full MRCPCH should be held or be close to being held.
Candidates must have full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.
Candidates will be expected to work together as a team within the Women and Children's Group.
Main duties of the job
This post holder essentially covers Acute Paediatric unit and Neonatal unit at a Middle grade level. The post holder is responsible for the following:
- Managing children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant
- Seeing patients referred to the Paediatric Assessment unit and providing support and advice to A &E doctors, General PractitionersAttending resuscitation calls in A&E
- Supervising and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care in children's ward and assessment unit
- Managing babies on the Neonatal unit under supervision of consultant
- Supervision and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care for babies on the neonatal unit and maternity unit
- Attending high risk deliveies on the maternity unit
- Support and teaching of junior medical, nursing staff and medical students
- Engaging in Continuing Professional Development and Audit as appropriate
- Engaging with the Trusts appraisal and revalidation process so far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues
The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.
The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.
About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.
Please view the full job description for more information regarding the main responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.
Please view the full job description for more information regarding the main responsibilities
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Completion or close to completion of MRCPCH or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificates from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent including -EPALS/APLS -NLS
Desirable
- Higher Degree relating to paediatrics, education, leadership etc.
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Foundation programme (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 2 years experience in paediatrics
- Neonatal airway skills including tracheal intubation
- Umbilical Line Insertion
- previous tier 2 level experience in paediatrics
Desirable
- 6 months working in a tertiary NICU
- Cranial Ultrasound
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Publications
- Research experience
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic medical degree
- Completion or close to completion of MRCPCH or appropriate specialist qualification
- Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice
- Advanced Life Support Certificates from the Resuscitation Council UK or equivalent including -EPALS/APLS -NLS
Desirable
- Higher Degree relating to paediatrics, education, leadership etc.
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Foundation programme (or equivalent) plus a minimum of 2 years experience in paediatrics
- Neonatal airway skills including tracheal intubation
- Umbilical Line Insertion
- previous tier 2 level experience in paediatrics
Desirable
- 6 months working in a tertiary NICU
- Cranial Ultrasound
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Publications
- Research experience
- Prizes and honours
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills both oral and written
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).
