University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics

The closing date is 23 March 2026

Job summary

Previous Applicants need not apply

The paediatric department at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS trust is currently recruiting for 1 enthusiastic, experienced and dedicated Senior Clinical Fellow to join our team starting as soon as possible for 12 months with the possibility of further extension.

The position requires the post holder to work at middle grade level as part of the current on call Tier 2 rota for paediatric medicine. The post holder will join the clinical team and will contribute to the delivery and support of the paediatric service (including Level 2 critical care and a Paediatric Emergency Department). This post is suitable for candidates wishing to develop their general paediatric skills and knowledge in a wide range of paediatric subspecialties.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications or if there has been a change in organisational priorities.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will join a team of West Midlands deanery senior and junior specialty trainees and provide cover on the Tier 2 rota. This includes covering inpatient wards, a level 2 paediatric critical care unit and children's emergency department. Successful candidates would be expected to contribute to the delivery of the paediatric service as well as participate in undergraduate and post graduate teaching.

There is a full shift system in operation which is EWTD compliant. The post holder will form part of this rota working shifts as designated on our paediatric wards/paediatric critical care unit (High Dependency) and children's emergency department. The successful candidate will be part of a 1 in 12 rolling rota. Rota would be managed by the rota lead with support from medical workforce.

In addition to providing clinical cover, you would also be responsible for maintaining up to date clinical records, updating discharge summaries, and communication with parents and colleagues. Consultants are present on site from 0900 - 2200 hours on weekdays and 0900 - 1700 hours on weekends and bank holidays. All consultants are easily approachable out of hours.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

There has never been a better time to join our team.

Details

Date posted

09 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-T2-SCF-7575286-C

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this role.

Informal enquiries and visits are encouraged please contact:

Dr Aled Picton Locum Consultant Paediatrician aled.picton@uhcw.nhs.uk

Dr Sarah Griffiths Consultant Paediatrician sarah.griffiths@uhcw.nhs.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about this role.

Informal enquiries and visits are encouraged please contact:

Dr Aled Picton Locum Consultant Paediatrician aled.picton@uhcw.nhs.uk

Dr Sarah Griffiths Consultant Paediatrician sarah.griffiths@uhcw.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Desirable

  • Meet All Desirable

Experience

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Knowledge

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Meet All Essential
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Desirable

  • Meet All Desirable

Experience

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Knowledge

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Meet All Essential

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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Paediatrician

Sarah Griffiths

sarah.griffiths@uhcw.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

09 March 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£65,048 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-T2-SCF-7575286-C

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX


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