Job summary
We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, highly skilled locum consultant for a 12 month fixed term contract, with broad experience in paediatric endocrinology, to join our team at University College Hospital (UCLH) in order to contribute to our General Paediatric Endocrine service. This is a 9 PA post with no on-call commitment. The job is available to recruit to immediately, and will run until the end of March 2025.
CV required with application
Main duties of the job
We would expect the appointee to support the endocrine component of the NHS England specialist services for Children and Young People (CYP) with Gender Incongruence and they may have a special interest that complements the current interests within our department, such as puberty and reproductive endocrinology disorders, pituitary disorders or adrenal disorders. 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:
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University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
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National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
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University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
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Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
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University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
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The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
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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.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
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. Annual outpatient attendances total 3,000 for the Paediatric Diabetes Service and 3,500 for the Endocrine practice and 300 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.
UCLH is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
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. Annual outpatient attendances total 3,000 for the Paediatric Diabetes Service and 3,500 for the Endocrine practice and 300 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.
UCLH is committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
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 puberty and reproductive endocrinology disorders, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, endocrine late effects, gender endocrinology, diabetes
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 and understanding of research, 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 puberty and reproductive endocrinology disorders, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, endocrine late effects, gender endocrinology, diabetes
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 and understanding of research, 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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
