Job summary
Consultant In Paediatric Neurology and Epilepsy (10PA)
Applications are invited for a substantive 10 PA consultant post in the Neurology / Epilepsy Service at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust. The post will replacement for team members , who have retired from their position in the complex epilepsy team and supplement the existing neurology team in response to higher service demands.
We are one of the largest paediatric neurological centres in the UK, and provider several NHS England commissioned services including the children's epilepsy surgery service (CESS) jointly with King's Heath Partners. Regionally we are the principal provider of specialist child neurology services, both emergency and elective, for the North Thames region and the surrounding counties. The Specialty provides a national and international service for the management of rare and complex paediatric neurology conditions.
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust is a postgraduate teaching hospital, linked with the Institute of Child Health (ICH). The Trust has 368 beds and provides a comprehensive range of paediatric specialties for tertiary level care.
The successful candidate must possess full GMC registration and be on specialist register for Paediatrics (Paediatric Neurology) or be within 6 months by date of interview of acquiring a CCT in paediatrics (paediatric neurology) or be able to demonstrate equivalent specialist training in paediatric neurology.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust with work commitments in the Epilepsy and Neurology services. The main part of this post will support the complex epilepsy services, including the children's epilepsy surgery and neurostimulation service. In addition, the postholder will contribute to the neurology ward consultation and acute inpatient, and outpatient, general neurology services. The post holder will also be expected to be involved in development and provision of the epilepsy /neurology outreach service program.
The post comprises 8 PAs for direct clinical care (DCC) and 2 PAs for supporting professional activities (SPA). The post holder will, as a member of the Neurology consultant team, participate in the on-call duty (currently 1 in 13, 0.5 PA/week ) and attending rotas for in-patient service, epilepsy attending, acute neurology and neurology consultation service as specified in the job plan below.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to improving the health of children
- Commitment to the provision of a safe and quality service
- Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Willingness to share information and encourage good practice
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Flexible and adaptable
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Excellent time management and personal organisation
- Ability to operate within a wider context
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- MBBS or equivalent
- On specialist Paediatric Neurology, or Paediatrics Register or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Paediatric Neurology in a tertiary centre or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview
Desirable
- Management course
- Higher research degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist training in paediatric neurology in an accredited training program or equivalent
- Training in Clinical Governance
- Involvement in Clinical Audit
- Teaching Experience
- Awareness and experience of child protection processes
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
Desirable
- Proven ability to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Proven ability to apply research and audit findings in a clinical / organisational context
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in paediatric neurology
- Proven ability to build effective relationships with peers and work within teams
- Ability to work in a pressurised and changing environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with children and parents
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, in dealing with other clinical teams
- Ability to self-motivate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Application of Information Technology skills to clinical work
- Presentation Skills
- Lecturing experience
- Tutoring and mentoring skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Highest ethical and professional standards
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development
- Commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Commitment to staff development
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to improving the health of children
- Commitment to the provision of a safe and quality service
- Treats others with courtesy and respect at all times
- Willingness to share information and encourage good practice
- Takes responsibility for own actions
- Flexible and adaptable
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Excellent time management and personal organisation
- Ability to operate within a wider context
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
- MBBS or equivalent
- On specialist Paediatric Neurology, or Paediatrics Register or equivalent. Minimum of 3 years' experience in Paediatric Neurology in a tertiary centre or within 6 months of award of CCT by date of interview
Desirable
- Management course
- Higher research degree
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Specialist training in paediatric neurology in an accredited training program or equivalent
- Training in Clinical Governance
- Involvement in Clinical Audit
- Teaching Experience
- Awareness and experience of child protection processes
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
- Training / experience in management of children with acute neurological disorders
Desirable
- Proven ability to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Proven ability to apply research and audit findings in a clinical / organisational context
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in paediatric neurology
- Proven ability to build effective relationships with peers and work within teams
- Ability to work in a pressurised and changing environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and sympathetically with children and parents
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills, in dealing with other clinical teams
- Ability to self-motivate
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer literacy
Desirable
- Application of Information Technology skills to clinical work
- Presentation Skills
- Lecturing experience
- Tutoring and mentoring skills
Other Requirements
Essential
- Highest ethical and professional standards
- Committed to continuing personal and professional development
- Commitment to teach in a clinical setting
- Commitment to staff development
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).
