Job summary
The post-holder will provide high-quality, consultant-led paediatric and neonatal general surgical care to children across Plymouth, Devon, and Cornwall, supporting the development of a High-Level Paediatric Surgery service at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust (UHP).
The role will strengthen local provision, reduce avoidable tertiary transfers, improve equity of access for families, and support networked delivery of specialist children's surgical services across the South West.
The service will be for non specialised surgery.
Main duties of the job
o Deliver consultant-level elective and emergency paediatric general surgery, including neonatal surgery appropriate to a high-level paediatric non specialised surgical service.o Manage common and intermediate paediatric surgical conditions locally, including (but not limited to):o Inguinal hernia repair, orchidopexyo Pyloromyotomyo Gastrostomy formationo Paediatric laparoscopyo Central venous accesso Endoscopic procedures for foreign body ingestiono Distal hypospadias (where appropriate in liaison with plastic surgery)o Provide emergency surgical input for children and neonates admitted to UHP, both ward based and in hours emergency listso Work collaboratively with paediatric anaesthetics, paediatrics, neonatology, radiology, intensive care, and nursing teams.o Ensure safe, effective peri-operative care and timely senior decision-making.o Work alongside emergency general surgery, paediatrics and neonatology to provide complete and seamless patient care.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise________________________________________Clinical Experience & Skills Demonstrable experience in paediatric general surgery at consultant level Ability to independently manage common and intermediate paediatric surgical conditions Experience of emergency paediatric surgery Experience of neonatal surgical care appropriate to a high-level paediatric surgical unit Commitment to high standards of patient safety and family-centred care________________________________________Professional Competence Evidence of sound clinical judgement and decision-making Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Commitment to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement Understanding of networked models of paediatric surgical care________________________________________Teaching & Communication Experience of teaching and supervising trainees and students Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries________________________________________Personal Attributes Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and leadership Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service development Commitment to equality, diversity, and reducing health inequalities Willingness to contribute to service growth and innovation________________________________________Desirable CriteriaAdditional Clinical Expertise Subspecialty interests such as:o Neonatal surgeryo Paediatric gastrointestinal surgeryo Paediatric urology Experience supporting or developing paediatric surgical services in a DGH or networked model________________________________________Research & Education Evidence of research, publications, or presentations Formal educational or leadership qualifications________________________________________Equality & ValuesUHP is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must demonstrate behaviours consistent with Trust values and a commitment to providing equitable care for all children and families.Managerial and Leadership
Previous or current clinical leadership roles Experience developing new services or care pathways Involvement in regional or national paediatric surgical groups
Job description
Job responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise________________________________________Clinical Experience & Skills Demonstrable experience in paediatric general surgery at consultant level Ability to independently manage common and intermediate paediatric surgical conditions Experience of emergency paediatric surgery Experience of neonatal surgical care appropriate to a high-level paediatric surgical unit Commitment to high standards of patient safety and family-centred care________________________________________Professional Competence Evidence of sound clinical judgement and decision-making Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams Commitment to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement Understanding of networked models of paediatric surgical care________________________________________Teaching & Communication Experience of teaching and supervising trainees and students Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries________________________________________Personal Attributes Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and leadership Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service development Commitment to equality, diversity, and reducing health inequalities Willingness to contribute to service growth and innovation________________________________________Desirable CriteriaAdditional Clinical Expertise Subspecialty interests such as:o Neonatal surgeryo Paediatric gastrointestinal surgeryo Paediatric urology Experience supporting or developing paediatric surgical services in a DGH or networked model________________________________________Research & Education Evidence of research, publications, or presentations Formal educational or leadership qualifications________________________________________Equality & ValuesUHP is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Applicants must demonstrate behaviours consistent with Trust values and a commitment to providing equitable care for all children and families.Managerial and Leadership
Previous or current clinical leadership roles Experience developing new services or care pathways Involvement in regional or national paediatric surgical groups
Person Specification
Role Requirements
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in paediatric general surgery at consultant level
- Ability to independently manage common and intermediate paediatric surgical conditions
- Experience of emergency paediatric surgery
- Experience of neonatal surgical care appropriate to a high-level paediatric surgical unit
- Commitment to high standards of patient safety and family-centred care
Professional Competence
Essential
- Evidence of sound clinical judgement and decision-making
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement
- Understanding of networked models of paediatric surgical care
Teaching & Communication
Essential
- Experience of teaching and supervising trainees and students
- Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
- Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and leadership
- Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service development
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and reducing health inequalities
- Willingness to contribute to service growth and innovation
Person Specification
Role Requirements
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practise
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in paediatric general surgery at consultant level
- Ability to independently manage common and intermediate paediatric surgical conditions
- Experience of emergency paediatric surgery
- Experience of neonatal surgical care appropriate to a high-level paediatric surgical unit
- Commitment to high standards of patient safety and family-centred care
Professional Competence
Essential
- Evidence of sound clinical judgement and decision-making
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement
- Understanding of networked models of paediatric surgical care
Teaching & Communication
Essential
- Experience of teaching and supervising trainees and students
- Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
- Ability to work collaboratively across organisational boundaries
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and leadership
- Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service development
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and reducing health inequalities
- Willingness to contribute to service growth and innovation
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).
