Job summary
We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, highly skilled consultant with broad experience in paediatric endocrinology to join our team at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) in order to provide a General Paediatric Endocrine service. This is a 8 PA post with no on-call commitment.
We would expect the consultant to have or develop a sub-speciality interest in endocrinology that complements the current interests within our department, such as puberty disorders, pituitary, adrenal, puberty or reproductive endocrinology disorders, the endocrine component of the NHS England specialist gender dysphoria services for children and young people (previously GIDS) and/or the Diabetes service.
CV required with application.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will be expected to participate in teaching activities on the UCH site, liaise with the GOSH teaching and training lead. and will be responsible for educational supervision of trainees.
They will be expected to contribute to service development, audit and to various management and governance activities within the department.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UCLH provides a busy paediatric and adolescent endocrine and diabetes service for local residents, those from London and South East as well as tertiary adolescent referrals from a wider geographical area. The service also incorporates endocrine liaison clinics for the NHS England specialist gender dysphoria services for children and young people. Annual outpatient attendances total 3,000 for the Paediatric Diabetes Service and 3,500 for the Endocrine practice and 600 GIDS attendances. The appointee will be part of a dynamic department with great opportunities for training, education and leadership and research. The Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology Department at UCLH forms a partnership with the Paediatric Endocrinology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital to provide a seamless transition of care to children and adolescents. Training and education is developed jointly across the two sites, and there are opportunities to collaborate closely with the Endocrinology team at GOSH in terms of research, education and clinical care.
We are developing innovative integrated approaches to clinical care with partner organisations outside the hospital. A new Electronic Health Record System offers exciting opportunities in both quality improvement and research.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
UCLH NHS Trust received a good overall inspection from the CQC in September 2018. The report concluded good well-led leadership. Patients and their families were treated and cared for with compassion, patience and respect. Feedback from patients about their experience of care was consistently positive. There was a positive and friendly culture. Staff told us that they were proud to work for the trust and were well supported by their colleagues. To read the full report please go to:
https://www.cqc.org.uk/provider/RRV/reports CQC report in full
To comply with the Trusts Safeguarding Children and Adults policies, procedures and protocols. All individual members of staff (paid or unpaid) have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults This will require you to:
- Ensure you are familiar with and comply with the London Child Protection Procedures and protocols for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
- Ensure you are familiar and comply with the London Multi Agency Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Pan London Procedures.
- Ensure you are familiar and comply with local protocols and systems for information sharing.
- Know the appropriate contact numbers and required reporting lines.
- Participate in required training and supervision.
- Comply with required professional boundaries and codes of conduct
UCLH is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UCLH provides a busy paediatric and adolescent endocrine and diabetes service for local residents, those from London and South East as well as tertiary adolescent referrals from a wider geographical area. The service also incorporates endocrine liaison clinics for the NHS England specialist gender dysphoria services for children and young people. Annual outpatient attendances total 3,000 for the Paediatric Diabetes Service and 3,500 for the Endocrine practice and 600 GIDS attendances. The appointee will be part of a dynamic department with great opportunities for training, education and leadership and research. The Paediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology Department at UCLH forms a partnership with the Paediatric Endocrinology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital to provide a seamless transition of care to children and adolescents. Training and education is developed jointly across the two sites, and there are opportunities to collaborate closely with the Endocrinology team at GOSH in terms of research, education and clinical care.
We are developing innovative integrated approaches to clinical care with partner organisations outside the hospital. A new Electronic Health Record System offers exciting opportunities in both quality improvement and research.
By applying for this role, you accept in the event you are successful that your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which is aimed at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
UCLH NHS Trust received a good overall inspection from the CQC in September 2018. The report concluded good well-led leadership. Patients and their families were treated and cared for with compassion, patience and respect. Feedback from patients about their experience of care was consistently positive. There was a positive and friendly culture. Staff told us that they were proud to work for the trust and were well supported by their colleagues. To read the full report please go to:
https://www.cqc.org.uk/provider/RRV/reports CQC report in full
To comply with the Trusts Safeguarding Children and Adults policies, procedures and protocols. All individual members of staff (paid or unpaid) have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults This will require you to:
- Ensure you are familiar with and comply with the London Child Protection Procedures and protocols for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
- Ensure you are familiar and comply with the London Multi Agency Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Pan London Procedures.
- Ensure you are familiar and comply with local protocols and systems for information sharing.
- Know the appropriate contact numbers and required reporting lines.
- Participate in required training and supervision.
- Comply with required professional boundaries and codes of conduct
UCLH is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH by examination or equivalent.
- Eligible for full GMC Registration
- On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCST/CCT in Paediatrics at date of interview
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Special Interest in Paediatric Endocrinology Note: CESR applicants must be on the Specialist Register at the point of application
Desirable
- A higher degree, MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent
- On or eligible for the sub-speciality register for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to Highest Specialist Paediatric Endocrinology Training.
- Broad experience in general paediatric endocrinology.
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS
- Special Interest in an area of paediatric endocrinology such as GIDS, puberty and reproductive endocrinology disorders, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, endocrine late effects
- Principles and practice of endocrinology within the gender dysphoria setting
Clinical Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Paediatric Endocrinology
- Ability to manage all common paediatric endocrine emergencies and therapeutic interventions.
- Good broad knowledge of general paediatrics and adolescent medicine including developmentally appropriate healthcare
- Knowledge of relevant aspects of adult endocrinology.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Evidence of leadership ability and commitment to clinical governance.
- Range of quality improvement/audit projects in the past three years.
- Competent in a range of IT skills
Desirable
- Previous leadership or management role
Research. Teaching skills & experience
Essential
- Experience in a range of teaching techniques
- Track record of research, publications/ understanding / knowledge of Research ethics
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- MRCPCH by examination or equivalent.
- Eligible for full GMC Registration
- On GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of attainment of CCST/CCT in Paediatrics at date of interview
- MRCPCH or equivalent
- Special Interest in Paediatric Endocrinology Note: CESR applicants must be on the Specialist Register at the point of application
Desirable
- A higher degree, MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent
- On or eligible for the sub-speciality register for Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to Highest Specialist Paediatric Endocrinology Training.
- Broad experience in general paediatric endocrinology.
Desirable
- Experience working in NHS
- Special Interest in an area of paediatric endocrinology such as GIDS, puberty and reproductive endocrinology disorders, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, endocrine late effects
- Principles and practice of endocrinology within the gender dysphoria setting
Clinical Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Paediatric Endocrinology
- Ability to manage all common paediatric endocrine emergencies and therapeutic interventions.
- Good broad knowledge of general paediatrics and adolescent medicine including developmentally appropriate healthcare
- Knowledge of relevant aspects of adult endocrinology.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- Evidence of leadership ability and commitment to clinical governance.
- Range of quality improvement/audit projects in the past three years.
- Competent in a range of IT skills
Desirable
- Previous leadership or management role
Research. Teaching skills & experience
Essential
- Experience in a range of teaching techniques
- Track record of research, publications/ understanding / knowledge of Research ethics
Desirable
- Formal teaching qualification
- Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
- Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
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).
