Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Fellow - Embrace

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Job summary

Fixed Term: 12 months | Full-time

Join our innovative team at Embrace, Yorkshire and Humber Infant and Children's Transport Service!

This is a unique opportunity to work as a transport clinician, stabilising and safely transferring neonatal and paediatric patients across the region. You will be involved in clinical responsibilities, research, governance, and education.

About You:

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.

  • MRCPCH or equivalent.

  • Experience in paediatrics and neonatal medicine.

Apply now for this rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the care and transport of critically ill infants and children!

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Consultant (Embrace), your responsibilities will include:

  • Manage patient stabilisation and ensure safe, efficient transfers.

  • Perform neonatal and paediatric transfers, triaged by the consultant on call.

  • Contribute to research projects and participate in audits and clinical governance.

  • Participate in educational programmes for Embrace.

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 this year, 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

Details

Date posted

13 May 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£54,499 to £76,582 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-26-7894816-DG

Job locations

Embrace

Capitol Business Park

Barnsley

S75 3UB


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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.

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

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in paediatrics and tertiary neonatal medicine.
  • A minimum of 6 months' experience in Paediatric Intensive care experience.

Desirable

  • Transport experience

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCPCH or equivalent
  • APLS/PALS and NLS provider - courses can be accessed at the beginning of the post if required
  • GMC registration

Desirable

  • APLS/PALS/NLS instructor
  • NaPSTar provider

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates the ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement, with strong potential to develop advanced diagnostic skills.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes.
  • Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement.
  • Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues

Desirable

  • Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements , e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
  • Ability to deliver effective teaching and feedback.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.
  • Physically able to fulfil all aspects of the post and respond quickly to emergencies
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in paediatrics and tertiary neonatal medicine.
  • A minimum of 6 months' experience in Paediatric Intensive care experience.

Desirable

  • Transport experience

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
  • MRCPCH or equivalent
  • APLS/PALS and NLS provider - courses can be accessed at the beginning of the post if required
  • GMC registration

Desirable

  • APLS/PALS/NLS instructor
  • NaPSTar provider

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Demonstrates the ability to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement, with strong potential to develop advanced diagnostic skills.
  • Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes.
  • Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement.
  • Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues

Desirable

  • Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements , e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements
  • Ability to deliver effective teaching and feedback.

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.
  • Physically able to fulfil all aspects of the post and respond quickly to emergencies

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

Embrace

Capitol Business Park

Barnsley

S75 3UB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Embrace

Capitol Business Park

Barnsley

S75 3UB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Embrace Transport Consultant

Dr Cath Harrison

cath.harrison@nhs.net

01143053005

Details

Date posted

13 May 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£54,499 to £76,582 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

425-26-7894816-DG

Job locations

Embrace

Capitol Business Park

Barnsley

S75 3UB


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