Job summary
We have 1 x clinical fellow posts available in Paediatric Neurology. The posts will commence in March 2024 and are fixed term for 6 months (with potential for extension on mutual agreement).
These posts will provide excellent opportunity for sub-specialist training in Paediatric Neurosciences within a department providing a dynamic, comprehensive, tertiary paediatric neurology service. This is particularly suitable for an individual who is post-CCT in Paediatrics/Paediatric Neurology (or equivalent specialist training).
The acute neurology post holders will provide registrar-level medical cover for one of the following areas -Acute neurology ward, Telemetry ward, Rapid assessment Neurology Unit, Internal and external consultations service as well as a variety of outpatient clinics and support neurovascular service.
Main duties of the job
The acute neurology post holders will provide registrar-level medical cover for one of the following areas -Acute neurology ward, Telemetry ward, Rapid assessment Neurology Unit, Internal and external consultations service as well as a variety of outpatient clinics and support neurovascular service. They will also provide out of hours on-call commitments in neurology during the day and hospital out of hours commitment for nights.
Main duties of the job
Day time clinical duties
The post provides in-patient and out-patient experience in a busy 24-bedded combined ward of a large miscellany of acute neurological problems, including epilepsy, neurovascular disorders, CNS infection, neuroinflammation and other genetically-determined/neurometabolic diseases. Expertise will thus be gained in the management of the acutely sick child with Neurological Disease. The acute unit work also provides a Neurology Consultation service around the hospital including for the Intensive Care units; for the care of children with complex metabolic, oncology, infectious disease/immunology; and for the major organ specialities (cardiology, respiratory, nephrology, and gastroenterology). The appointee will also assist in giving advice for other children outside the hospital who have neurological or neurosurgical problems. There are close working relationships with the Departments of Neuroradiology, Neurophysiology, Histopathology and Neurosurgery and Paediatric Intensive Care. Support and supervision will be available from senior colleagues at all times.
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
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- 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
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil related discipline
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Paediatrics/Paediatric Neurology (or equivalent specialist training).
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Always welcoming
- Always helpful
- Always expert
- Always one team
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
- Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
- 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
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
- MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher degree - MSc, MPhil related discipline
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in Paediatrics/Paediatric Neurology (or equivalent specialist training).
- Experience of teaching and presenting
- Experience of audit activities
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance
Desirable
- Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties
- Published research in peer reviewed journals
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to prioritise clinical needs
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3BR
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
