Job summary
CONSULTANT NEONATAL AND PAEDIATRIC SURGEON 10 PAs
Applications are invited for a 10 PA Consultant post in Specialist Neonatal and Paediatric Surgery. We are seeking an enthusiastic colleague, with an interest in Paediatric Colorectal Surgery, to join our consultant team. The post holder will contribute to our existing colorectal specialist services, which include those for inflammatory bowel disease, motility disorders and cloacal malformations.
The job plan is presented as a 10 PA post, with a contribution to our outreach work at University College Hospital. We anticipate that the successful candidate may want to increase the scope of this job plan to give time for further development of their specialist interests, and to contribute to new and existing services in our department.
Duties of the post will include contributing to an excellent clinical service with participation in the on-call rota, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, taking an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and working to enhance the delivery of the service.
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust is a postgraduate teaching hospital, linked with the Institute of Child Health (ICH).
The successful candidate must possess full GMC registration and be on specialist register for Paediatric Surgery (CCT or equivalent) or be within 6 months of the award of a CCT (or equivalent) by the date of the interview.
Main duties of the job
Main purpose of the job
The department of Specialist Neonatal and Paediatric Surgery (SNAPS) provides tertiary and quaternary surgical services. The department deals with acute presentations of children and neonates with surgical conditions and provides surgical support to other services at GOSH. We also have a particular reputation for specialist services for rare conditions, including complex oesophageal surgery, neuroblastoma, cloacal malformations and the separation of conjoined twins. Minimal access surgery is a particular focus for our team, and we now perform a large number of neonatal procedures in this way. We are committed to providing excellent patient care, whilst contributing to the development of services that serve the needs of our local population, as well as patients referred to us from across the UK and Internationally. The department has a strong focus on basic science and translational research, as well as training and education.
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
Please refer to the Job Description and Advert attached.
All applicants should return their application forms electronically. You must register first before you can apply for the post. If you have any queries, please contact us via email at vacancy@gosh.nhs.uk quoting the appropriate reference number.
We offer a range of flexible working patterns; contact us for more information.
Confirmation of enhanced disclosure will be required before appointment.
Interested applicants are invited to contact Mr Joe Curry, Specialty Lead, by email at joe.curry@gosh.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Advert attached.
All applicants should return their application forms electronically. You must register first before you can apply for the post. If you have any queries, please contact us via email at vacancy@gosh.nhs.uk quoting the appropriate reference number.
We offer a range of flexible working patterns; contact us for more information.
Confirmation of enhanced disclosure will be required before appointment.
Interested applicants are invited to contact Mr Joe Curry, Specialty Lead, by email at joe.curry@gosh.nhs.uk
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.
Desirable
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCS Paediatric Surgery or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Paediatric Surgery (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for Portfolio Pathway - previously known as CESR)
- Previous experience in a consultant role
Desirable
- Membership of a relevant professional organisation (eg the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons)
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Track record of published clinical research in paediatric colorectal surgery
- Leadership qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post CCT Experience in a Colorectal Unit
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in paediatric colorectal surgery
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
Desirable
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
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.
Desirable
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
- FRCS Paediatric Surgery or equivalent
- CCT/CCST in Paediatric Surgery (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for Portfolio Pathway - previously known as CESR)
- Previous experience in a consultant role
Desirable
- Membership of a relevant professional organisation (eg the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons)
- Higher degree - PhD, MD or equivalent
- Formal teaching qualification
- Track record of published clinical research in paediatric colorectal surgery
- Leadership qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Post CCT Experience in a Colorectal Unit
- Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in paediatric colorectal surgery
- Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects
Desirable
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
- Experience of clinical leadership or management
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level written and oral communication skills
- Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
- Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
- Presentation skills
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Desirable
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
Guilford Street
London
WC1N 3BH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
