Job summary
Required
to fill this new, 10 PA, substantive post within the Paediatric Trauma and
Orthopaedic Department at the Leeds General Infirmary.
This post will support the Paediatric Orthopaedics team
(Miss Laura Deriu, Mr Patrick Foster, Mr Colin Holton, Mr John Davies, Miss
Adelle Fishlock, Miss Elaine Robinson).
This post will deliver care to patients with Paediatric
Trauma and Orthopaedic conditions at the Leeds General Infirmary:
Outpatient
clinics
Acute
care of paediatric patients
Elective
operating with pre-operative and post-operative ward rounds
Supervision
of patients
Contribute
to Specialist Multi-Disciplinary team meetings
To
contribute to the role of Leeds as a Training Centre for National Trainees in
Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery.
To
provide support and clinical expertise to the teams based in referring centres.
INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: Tuesday 30
September 2025
Main duties of the job
The
successful applicant should possess the Trauma and
Orthopaedic surgery (FRCS Orth) with the Royal College of Surgeons or
equivalent and should be included on the Specialist Register or within 6 months
of CCT at the time of interview, if currently within a training programme
within the UK. In accordance with the consultant
appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the
Specialist Register.
Applicants should have
established skills in Paediatric
Orthopaedics. A strong
commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and a research interest
is desirable.
Consideration will be given to applicants
who wish to work full or part time and those wishing to job share.
If shortlisted, you will be required to
give a 10-minute presentation on:
How would you use your
previous experience to enhance the Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic service in
Leeds?
About us
Leeds Teaching
Hospitals is one the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to
leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country
as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1.1 billion. Our 20,000
staff ensure that every year we see and treat over 1,500,000 people in our
2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000
in-patients, 260,000 A&E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient
appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals
on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the
best for specialist and integrated care.
Our vision is based on
The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded
on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be:
Patient-centred
Fair
Collaborative
Accountable
Empowered
We believe that by being
true to these values, we will consistently achieve and continuously improve our
results in relation to our goals, which are to be:
1. The
best for patient safety, quality and experience
2. The
best place to work
3. A
centre of excellence for specialist services, education, research and
innovation
4. Hospitals
that offer seamless, integrated care
5. Financially
sustainable
Job description
Job responsibilities
In relation to this post,
the post holder will provide support to
the Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedics team.
It will therefore ensure the service is able to continue in its pursuit
to provide the best levels of care for patients accessing the service on both a
trauma and elective basis.
2.
OBJECTIVES
OF THE POST
This is a 10 PA substantive appointment for a
Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedics surgeon, with special interests in Paediatric
Orthopaedics.
This post will deliver 10PAs supporting the Paediatric
Orthopaedics team (Miss Laura Deriu, Mr Patrick Foster, Mr Colin Holton, Mr
John Davies, Miss Adelle Fishlock, Miss Elaine Robinson).
To deliver care to patients with Paediatric
Trauma and Orthopaedic conditions at the Leeds General Infirmary.
Outpatient clinics
Acute care of paediatric
patients
Elective operating with
pre-operative and post-operative ward rounds
Supervision of patients
Contribute to Specialist
Multi-Disciplinary team meetings
To contribute to the role of
Leeds as a Training Centre for National Trainees in Paediatric Trauma and
Orthopaedic Surgery.
To provide support and
clinical expertise to the teams based in referring centres.
To link with Consultant colleagues in other relevant
specialist teams within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals and across the region.
To contribute to research, teaching and new
developments within the Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic service. The post holder will be encouraged to
facilitate and contribute to the current clinical research programmes on going
in the department.
There is no requirement for the post holder to
supervise Allied Health Professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In relation to this post,
the post holder will provide support to
the Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedics team.
It will therefore ensure the service is able to continue in its pursuit
to provide the best levels of care for patients accessing the service on both a
trauma and elective basis.
2.
OBJECTIVES
OF THE POST
This is a 10 PA substantive appointment for a
Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedics surgeon, with special interests in Paediatric
Orthopaedics.
This post will deliver 10PAs supporting the Paediatric
Orthopaedics team (Miss Laura Deriu, Mr Patrick Foster, Mr Colin Holton, Mr
John Davies, Miss Adelle Fishlock, Miss Elaine Robinson).
To deliver care to patients with Paediatric
Trauma and Orthopaedic conditions at the Leeds General Infirmary.
Outpatient clinics
Acute care of paediatric
patients
Elective operating with
pre-operative and post-operative ward rounds
Supervision of patients
Contribute to Specialist
Multi-Disciplinary team meetings
To contribute to the role of
Leeds as a Training Centre for National Trainees in Paediatric Trauma and
Orthopaedic Surgery.
To provide support and
clinical expertise to the teams based in referring centres.
To link with Consultant colleagues in other relevant
specialist teams within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals and across the region.
To contribute to research, teaching and new
developments within the Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic service. The post holder will be encouraged to
facilitate and contribute to the current clinical research programmes on going
in the department.
There is no requirement for the post holder to
supervise Allied Health Professionals.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of acute paediatric trauma surgical conditions.
- Specifically, must demonstrate higher training in paediatric trauma and orthopaedics, with experience at consultant level, in managing complex foot deformities (0-16 years), congenital hip problems, complex hip deformities and complex neuromuscular and genetic conditions, including but not limited to Cerebral palsy, Spina Bifida and Arthrogryposis.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management, Interpersonal Skills & Other Criteria
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- Proven experience in management and leadership at Consultant level.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process. CESR applicants must be on the relevant Specialist Register at the time of application.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification.
- FRCS (Trauma & Orth) or equivalent qualification.
- Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY STATED ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD/PhD relevant to the subspecialty.
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery.
- At least 2 years higher training in a recognised Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic Fellowship program.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Proven experience of training Specialty Registrars in Trauma and Orthopaedics and Fellows in Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedics.
- Proven experience of involvement in regional/national training.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in the management of acute paediatric trauma surgical conditions.
- Specifically, must demonstrate higher training in paediatric trauma and orthopaedics, with experience at consultant level, in managing complex foot deformities (0-16 years), congenital hip problems, complex hip deformities and complex neuromuscular and genetic conditions, including but not limited to Cerebral palsy, Spina Bifida and Arthrogryposis.
- Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances.
Management, Interpersonal Skills & Other Criteria
Essential
- Understanding of current issues in the NHS.
- Proven experience in management and leadership at Consultant level.
- *Well organised and skilled in good time management.
- *Effective interpersonal skills.
- *Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.
- *Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- *Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via:
- -CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process. CESR applicants must be on the relevant Specialist Register at the time of application.
Desirable
- Attendance at recognised management course.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent qualification.
- FRCS (Trauma & Orth) or equivalent qualification.
- Hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice.
- YOUR GMC NUMBER MUST BE CLEARLY STATED ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
Desirable
- Higher degree e.g. MD/PhD relevant to the subspecialty.
Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential
- Should have completed a recognised training programme in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery.
- At least 2 years higher training in a recognised Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedic Fellowship program.
- Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.
- Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.
- Proven experience of training Specialty Registrars in Trauma and Orthopaedics and Fellows in Paediatric Trauma and Orthopaedics.
- Proven experience of involvement in regional/national training.
- Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.
- Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
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).
