Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a substantive consultant in General Paediatrics with a special interest in Child Safeguarding, as the postholder will contribute to CMPE supervision and other Safeguardingwork.
The proposed job plan is annualised based on a 42-week working year. The working pattern will includeduties covering paediatric ward for attending weeks, Ward & ED when on call, outpatient clinics & out ofhours cover. Each activity has a tariff in terms of PAs e.g., an outpatient clinic provides 1.25 PAs.
Main duties of the job
This post will participate in 1:12 weekday and weekend on call rota. The department is working towardsachieving the 14hr standard and Consultants will be expected to cover paediatric assessment unit andA&E and be resident onsite till 9 PM during weekday on calls and 6pm for weekends.
The Paediatric Department consists of a Children's Ward (24 beds), Pluto day unit (6 beds) andPaediatric outpatient clinic. The department also provides Level 1 POSCU services at this site. TheLevel 2 Neonatal Unit has 30 cots, 4 of which are equipped for intensive care, 6 High Dependency anda 4-bed transitional care ward.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- On the specialist register of the General Medical Council (GMC) for Paediatrics
- Registered with the GMC
- Membership of relevant Royal College Of Paediatrics & Child Health / equivalent
- Level 3 Child Protection training
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Broad Experience in general paediatrics at Consultant or SpR level
- Demonstrable knowledge of the challenges facing the service
- Demonstrable knowledge of the environment in which the service needs to be delivered
- Experience in undertaking Child Protection Medical Examinations
- Ability to take independent and full responsibility of clinical care of paediatric patients
Desirable
- Safeguarding SPIN (Special Interest) or equivalent training
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- On the specialist register of the General Medical Council (GMC) for Paediatrics
- Registered with the GMC
- Membership of relevant Royal College Of Paediatrics & Child Health / equivalent
- Level 3 Child Protection training
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Broad Experience in general paediatrics at Consultant or SpR level
- Demonstrable knowledge of the challenges facing the service
- Demonstrable knowledge of the environment in which the service needs to be delivered
- Experience in undertaking Child Protection Medical Examinations
- Ability to take independent and full responsibility of clinical care of paediatric patients
Desirable
- Safeguarding SPIN (Special Interest) or equivalent training
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).
