Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Locum consultant in general paediatrics/paediatric gastroenterology

The closing date is 03 February 2026

Job summary

This new post will help to meet an increased demand for Paediatric Gastroenterology services across the Trust and allow the continued development of specialist services including intestinal failure, home parenteral nutrition, and Inflammatory bowel disease.

This post is ideal for an ST8-level trainee looking for their first consultant post or experienced General Paediatricians who wish to develop an interest in Paediatric Gastroenterology.

Applicants should be on or eligible to be on the specialist register for general paediatrics and be in receipt of a CCT in general paediatrics. A SPIN or equivalent experience in Paediatric Gastroenterology is a desirable criteria. The successful candidate will be supported to develop an interest in Paediatric Gastroenterology including attendance at relevant MDTs and specialist clinics where appropriate.

The Post is a full-time 10PA post that is primarily outpatient based with no on call/hot week requirements., Consideration will be given to flexible working options for those interested in a part-time role or wish to work on a sessional basis. The contract is for 6 months in the first instance extendable up to 12 months.

Main duties of the job

Please see draft job plan

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

AM

Urgent clinic

Departmental MDT

SPA / Departmental teaching

Clinic alternate week / Day off alternate week

SPA

PM

Clinic

Clinic admin

Clinic

Clinic admin alt week

Day off alternate week

Clinic

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Locum

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-MCH-7682547-RL4

Job locations

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBChB or equivalent
  • Postgraduate qualification or equivalent MRCPCH
  • Completion of general professional training (General Paediatrics)
  • Eligible for specialist registration in general paediatrics. Should be on the specialist register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT or equivalent at interview.
  • Clinical experience at consultant level in a paediatrics
  • Good team-working skills

Desirable

  • MD, PhD or other higher degree
  • Completion of a SPIN module or relevant experience in paediatric gastroenterology

Teaching and Audit

Essential

  • Teaching medical students
  • Teaching junior medical staff

Desirable

  • Experience of Audit

Academic Achievements and Research

Essential

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals or a demonstrable commitment to developing research within this field in the Trust

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Organisational skills
  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Leadership skills

Other Requirements

Essential

  • Full registration with the GMC
  • Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (or be within 6 months of CCT date from the date of interview) or equivalent
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBChB or equivalent
  • Postgraduate qualification or equivalent MRCPCH
  • Completion of general professional training (General Paediatrics)
  • Eligible for specialist registration in general paediatrics. Should be on the specialist register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT or equivalent at interview.
  • Clinical experience at consultant level in a paediatrics
  • Good team-working skills

Desirable

  • MD, PhD or other higher degree
  • Completion of a SPIN module or relevant experience in paediatric gastroenterology

Teaching and Audit

Essential

  • Teaching medical students
  • Teaching junior medical staff

Desirable

  • Experience of Audit

Academic Achievements and Research

Essential

  • Publications in peer reviewed journals or a demonstrable commitment to developing research within this field in the Trust

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

  • Organisational skills
  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Leadership skills

Other Requirements

Essential

  • Full registration with the GMC
  • Registered on the GMC Specialist Register (or be within 6 months of CCT date from the date of interview) or equivalent

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Paediatric Gastroenterologist

Dr Maureen Lawson

Maureen.Lawson@mft.nhs.uk

01617015566

Details

Date posted

20 January 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum

Contract

Locum

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-MCH-7682547-RL4

Job locations

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital

Oxford Road

Manchester

M13 9WL


Supporting documents

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