Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Locum Consultant in Paediatric ENT Surgeon

The closing date is 20 October 2025

Job summary

Fixed Term| 10 PA | Flexible working

Ready to make a real impact in paediatric ENT?

We're looking for a passionate, skilled Consultant to join our vibrant ENT team at Sheffield Children's Hospital. This locum opportunity is available immediately and offers the chance to work in one of the UK's leading dedicated paediatric centres.

About You

  • Full GMC registration and completed Specialist Training

  • FRCS ORL-HNS or equivalent certification

  • Experience in paediatric and neonatal ENT

  • Fellowship training or equivalent in tertiary paediatric ENT (desirable)

We encourage informal visits, come meet the team

Reach out to:

  • Mr Sanjeev Gupta, ENT Team Lead

  • Mr Mark Flowers, Clinical Director, Surgery & Critical Care

  • Katia Allchurch, Associate Director

Contact us via 0114 2260525 to arrange a visit or chat.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Paediatric ENT Clinical Lead ,some of your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering high-quality general paediatric ENT care

  • Participating in a comprehensive tertiary referral service

  • Engaging in teaching and training at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

  • Contributing to the on-call rota within a supportive team

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-25-7508095

Job locations

Sheffield Children's Hospital

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-Onsite

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-Onsite

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • FRCS ORL-HNS or equivalent qualification

Desirable

  • Senior Clinical Fellowship training in tertiary paediatric ENT
  • Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
  • Presentations & Publications

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate training and experience in Paediatric ENT and management of the Paediatric airway
  • Basic experience in management e.g. trainee rotas
  • Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

  • Preparation of audit
  • Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of Consultants

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
  • Understand and communicate clearly with patients
  • Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

  • Ability to teach

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
  • Be physically and mentally capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
  • Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

  • Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

Other requirements

Essential

  • Full GMC registration and on GMC specialist register
  • Medical Insurance
  • Right to work in UK
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • FRCS ORL-HNS or equivalent qualification

Desirable

  • Senior Clinical Fellowship training in tertiary paediatric ENT
  • Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
  • Presentations & Publications

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate training and experience in Paediatric ENT and management of the Paediatric airway
  • Basic experience in management e.g. trainee rotas
  • Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

  • Preparation of audit
  • Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of Consultants

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
  • Understand and communicate clearly with patients
  • Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

  • Ability to teach

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
  • Be physically and mentally capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
  • Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

  • Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

Other requirements

Essential

  • Full GMC registration and on GMC specialist register
  • Medical Insurance
  • Right to work in UK

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's Hospital

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's Hospital

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Paediatric ENT and Airway Surgeon

Sanjeev Gupta

scn-tr.sccadmin@nhs.net

01142260525

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-25-7508095

Job locations

Sheffield Children's Hospital

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


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