Job summary
Senior Clinical Fellow/ ST3+ equivalent - Paediatrics
1 in 10 full shift (with 1A banding) Employing Authority - Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for an enthusiastic ST3+ equivalent paediatrician to become part of the team in Stockport.. The paediatric department in Stockport is a busy general paediatric department. Based at Stepping Hill Hospital, the post holder will work in acute paediatrics, assessing children in the Emergency department and on the Paediatric Assessment Unit. Duties also include ward rounds of the paediatric ward and care of patients in the Paediatric High Dependency Unit. The post holder will also work on the Level 2 neonatal unit conducting ward rounds, attending high risk deliveries and providing support to the postnatal wards. ST3+ equivalent trainees and Senior LEDs also undertake S47 assessments. There are 2 hot week consultants, one for paediatrics and one for neonates and safeguarding so all trainees and locally employed doctors are very well supported in the range of their duties.
Main duties of the job
This post is based at Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport and covers duties in acute paediatrics, assessing children in the Emergency department and on the Paediatric Assessment Unit. Ward Rounds and care of patients in Paediatric HDU plus the in-patient ward. Duties also include cover for the neonatal unit, ward rounds, attending high risk deliveries and providing support to the post natal wards.Senior LEDs also undertake S47 assessments. These are well supported by the hot week consultant on call.
There is opportunity to gain outpatient experience for developing skills which supports paediatricians who want to complete membership exams and progress in career. The postholder gains additional safeguarding experience with seeing cases referred for child protection medicals, preparing medical reports and participating in multiagency monthly peer reviews
We are looking for an enthusiastic Tier 2 paediatrician to become part of our established team in Stockport, supporting the 1 in 10 middle grade/Tier 2 rota including weekends and nights alongside other Senior locally employed doctors and ST3+ Deanery Trainees.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is opportunity to gain outpatient experience for developing skills which supports paediatricians who want to complete membership exams and progress in their career. Stockport has an integrated child health service so there is opportunity to gain experience in community paediatrics within the out-patient setting as well. The postholder will gain safeguarding experience through seeing cases referred for child protection medicals, preparing medical reports and participating in multiagency monthly peer reviews.
The Senior Clinical Fellow will support the 1 in 10 middle grade/Tier 2 rota including weekends and nights alongside other Senior locally employed doctors and ST3+ Deanery Trainees.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has a proven track record of supporting locally employed doctors through the Portfolio Pathway (CESR) route to achieve Specialist Registration. The Stockport Portfolio Pathway Support programme ensures that candidates are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to successfully navigate the complex requirements of the pathway while fulfilling their professional commitments. The Programme is a strategic initiative aimed at supporting doctors in achieving the competencies required for successful portfolio completion. It is aligned with the comprehensive framework outlined in the current curriculum produced as specialty specific guidance (SSG) by the GMC, focusing on both clinical excellence and broader professional responsibilities
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is opportunity to gain outpatient experience for developing skills which supports paediatricians who want to complete membership exams and progress in their career. Stockport has an integrated child health service so there is opportunity to gain experience in community paediatrics within the out-patient setting as well. The postholder will gain safeguarding experience through seeing cases referred for child protection medicals, preparing medical reports and participating in multiagency monthly peer reviews.
The Senior Clinical Fellow will support the 1 in 10 middle grade/Tier 2 rota including weekends and nights alongside other Senior locally employed doctors and ST3+ Deanery Trainees.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust has a proven track record of supporting locally employed doctors through the Portfolio Pathway (CESR) route to achieve Specialist Registration. The Stockport Portfolio Pathway Support programme ensures that candidates are equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge, and resources to successfully navigate the complex requirements of the pathway while fulfilling their professional commitments. The Programme is a strategic initiative aimed at supporting doctors in achieving the competencies required for successful portfolio completion. It is aligned with the comprehensive framework outlined in the current curriculum produced as specialty specific guidance (SSG) by the GMC, focusing on both clinical excellence and broader professional responsibilities
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.50. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB. ChB. or equivalent
- NLS
- APLS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 12 months Paediatric and tertiary neonatal experience at middle grade (registrar) level
Teaching/ Audit
Essential
- Teaching of medical students and other staff
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit
- An appreciation of the role of research in medicine
Motivation
Essential
- Interest in paediatrics as a career or general practice
- Commitment to learning
Desirable
- Ability to organise own learning and time
- Initiative
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MB. ChB. or equivalent
- NLS
- APLS
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- 12 months Paediatric and tertiary neonatal experience at middle grade (registrar) level
Teaching/ Audit
Essential
- Teaching of medical students and other staff
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in audit
- An appreciation of the role of research in medicine
Motivation
Essential
- Interest in paediatrics as a career or general practice
- Commitment to learning
Desirable
- Ability to organise own learning and time
- Initiative
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).
