Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow - Paediatrics and Neonatology

The closing date is 14 July 2025

Job summary

We are seeking to employ a Paediatric Clinical Fellow (ST4-8 equivalent) in Paediatrics for a fixed time period of 1 year.

The post will be based in acute Paediatrics with Neonatology at West Middlesex Hospital. In all work, the post-holder will be working alongside London Deanery trainees from general practice and paediatrics on a combined rota, with the same access to educational opportunities, including the daily teaching sessions and the simulation sessions.

The Special Care Baby Unit is based within the Queen Mary Maternity and has 16 cots, 2 of which are open cots designated for Intensive Care. Infants under 1kg or 30 weeks gestation are stabilised prior to transfer to the perinatal unit within the North-West London Network.

There is a commitment to teaching and learning at all levels with an active weekly teaching programme.

The posts cover all paediatric inpatient and new-born areas of clinical care, working with the existing paediatric team. They are ideally suited to trainees who want to gain clinical skills in a general hospital setting of undifferentiated presentations. The combined rota gives clinical experience in management of general paediatric patients and neonatology, including stabilisation of critically ill children and new-borns prior to transfer to other tertiary units for on-going care.

The post would be suitable for a clinician who has 2+ years of paediatric experience (with at least 6 months of neonatal experience).

Main duties of the job

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Provide day to day care for children in partnership with the consultants and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Prepare and contribute to Paediatric MDT meetings and journal clubs
  • Participate in paediatric and neonatal resuscitations with the team
  • To participate in out of hours rotas
  • To help with acute paediatric emergencies as part of the paediatric resuscitation team
  • Contribute to the postgraduate and undergraduate teaching programme
  • Participate in audit, guideline development and clinical research within the department

The post would be suitable for a clinician who has 2+ years of paediatric experience (with at least 6 months of neonatal experience).

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £64,288 a year + on calls & London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-WLCH-SCF-006-A

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Provide day to day care for children in partnership with the consultants and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Prepare and contribute to Paediatric MDT meetings and journal clubs
  • Participate in paediatric and neonatal resuscitations with the team
  • To participate in out of hours rotas
  • To help with acute paediatric emergencies as part of the paediatric resuscitation team
  • Contribute to the postgraduate and undergraduate teaching programme
  • Participate in audit, guideline development and clinical research within the department

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Provide day to day care for children in partnership with the consultants and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Prepare and contribute to Paediatric MDT meetings and journal clubs
  • Participate in paediatric and neonatal resuscitations with the team
  • To participate in out of hours rotas
  • To help with acute paediatric emergencies as part of the paediatric resuscitation team
  • Contribute to the postgraduate and undergraduate teaching programme
  • Participate in audit, guideline development and clinical research within the department

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS or equivalent
  • GMC registered with a licence to practice
  • MRCPCH/FRACP

Experience

Essential

  • At least 2+ years of inpatient paediatric medicine
  • At least 6 months of NICU (level 3) experience

Skills and knowledge

Desirable

  • Higher degree in Paediatrics/Teaching/Research (Diploma, MSc)
  • Research experience
  • Teaching experience
Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS or equivalent
  • GMC registered with a licence to practice
  • MRCPCH/FRACP

Experience

Essential

  • At least 2+ years of inpatient paediatric medicine
  • At least 6 months of NICU (level 3) experience

Skills and knowledge

Desirable

  • Higher degree in Paediatrics/Teaching/Research (Diploma, MSc)
  • Research experience
  • Teaching experience

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.

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.

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

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


Employer's website

https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Paediatric Consultant

Dr Annika Adodra

annikaadodra@nhs.net

02085602121

Details

Date posted

27 June 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£41,750 to £64,288 a year + on calls & London Weighting

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

289-WLCH-SCF-006-A

Job locations

West Middlesex University Hospital

Twickenham Road

Isleworth

TW7 6AF


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