Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a consultant Community Paediatrician with specialist interest in Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics and any other special interest.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly innovative integrated neurodevelopment and disability service. We have full electronic health records and operate a paperless system.
We are set up for full remote home working with laptops, desktops for home office, Microsoft Teams, Attend Anywhere Virtual Consulting Platform, and other digital devices. The successful applicant can work flexibly, up to 2 days a week offsite.
We have a strong multidisciplinary team for complex health needs (Community Paediatrics, therapy services, paediatric psychology, community children's nursing, neurodisability specialist nursing, specialist family support and Dietetics). We are part of an integrated neurodevelopmental service with CAMHS that is recognised as a model of best practice nationally.
Main duties of the job
This is a 10 Programmed Activity post. The post holder will provide Consultant Paediatric input to the North integrated community paediatric and CAMH Team. Together with the existing Consultant Community Paediatricians and alongside the team leader, they will provide medical leadership to the team. Clinical duties will be predominantly in pre-school and school age Neurodevelopmental pathways with opportunity to undertake any special interest clinic. Together with consultant colleagues, there is a general commitment to ensure Consultant cover is available as needed across the Community paediatric services.
About us
CPFT is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.
To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our BAME & LGBTQ+ communities.
For further information on CPFT please visit our website www.cpft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is a 10 Programmed Activity post. The post holder will provide Consultant Paediatric input to the North integrated community paediatric and CAMH Team. Together with the existing Consultant Community Paediatricians and alongside the team leader, they will provide medical leadership to the team. Clinical duties will be predominantly in pre-school and school age Neurodevelopmental pathways with opportunity to undertake any special interest clinic. Together with consultant colleagues, there is a general commitment to ensure Consultant cover is available as needed across the Community paediatric services.
- 2.5 Programmed Activities (or pro-rata) are allocated for CPD, audit, clinical governance, training and teaching, research, management, as agreed in your specific job plan. (1.5 for core activities to support revalidation and additional PA for specific lead roles)
- To participate in supervision, teaching, and work-place based assessment of doctors in training.
- To contribute to the training and CPD of multi-disciplinary colleagues.
- To contribute to the training of medical students attached to the department.
- To assist with the ongoing development of Childrens Services operated by CPFT with, other multi-disciplinary team colleagues, the Service Managers and in line with the Trusts strategic direction.
- To comply with the outline Consultant work programme (under provisions of circular HC90/16) and the weekly timetable of fixed commitments (ie regular scheduled NHS activities in accordance with paragraph 30b of the Terms and Conditions of Service).
- To participate in the administrative duties associated with patient care and the running of the department, including the collection of routine data and outcome monitoring as specified by the Division management team.
- To collaborate with medical colleagues to maintain the service in the absence of departmental colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and short-term sickness.
- To contribute to Clinical Governance and related activities together with consultant colleagues.
- Study leave is as per Whitley Council Terms and Conditions of Service. However, the budget per consultant, per annum, is limited to £600 at present.
- The job plan is subject to review annually by the Consultant, Clinical Director and Service Manager. All consultants must participate in annual appraisal.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- This is a 10 Programmed Activity post. The post holder will provide Consultant Paediatric input to the North integrated community paediatric and CAMH Team. Together with the existing Consultant Community Paediatricians and alongside the team leader, they will provide medical leadership to the team. Clinical duties will be predominantly in pre-school and school age Neurodevelopmental pathways with opportunity to undertake any special interest clinic. Together with consultant colleagues, there is a general commitment to ensure Consultant cover is available as needed across the Community paediatric services.
- 2.5 Programmed Activities (or pro-rata) are allocated for CPD, audit, clinical governance, training and teaching, research, management, as agreed in your specific job plan. (1.5 for core activities to support revalidation and additional PA for specific lead roles)
- To participate in supervision, teaching, and work-place based assessment of doctors in training.
- To contribute to the training and CPD of multi-disciplinary colleagues.
- To contribute to the training of medical students attached to the department.
- To assist with the ongoing development of Childrens Services operated by CPFT with, other multi-disciplinary team colleagues, the Service Managers and in line with the Trusts strategic direction.
- To comply with the outline Consultant work programme (under provisions of circular HC90/16) and the weekly timetable of fixed commitments (ie regular scheduled NHS activities in accordance with paragraph 30b of the Terms and Conditions of Service).
- To participate in the administrative duties associated with patient care and the running of the department, including the collection of routine data and outcome monitoring as specified by the Division management team.
- To collaborate with medical colleagues to maintain the service in the absence of departmental colleagues in cases of annual leave, study leave and short-term sickness.
- To contribute to Clinical Governance and related activities together with consultant colleagues.
- Study leave is as per Whitley Council Terms and Conditions of Service. However, the budget per consultant, per annum, is limited to £600 at present.
- The job plan is subject to review annually by the Consultant, Clinical Director and Service Manager. All consultants must participate in annual appraisal.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification/certification
- Section 12 Approved Psychiatrist or willingness to obtain approval
- Approved Clinician Status or willingness to obtain training
Desirable
- Specialist therapy qualification
Entry criteria for grade
Essential
- Specialist registration in Psychiatry including by CESR or within 6 months of attainment of CCT at time of interview.
- Shall have equivalent experience and competencies as recognised by GMC
Desirable
- Specialist Registration in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 6 months experience (pro rata for LTFT) in CAMHS LD
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Experience of training doctors in training
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experiences relevant to this post
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills including children and young people
- Ability to take a clinical lead.
- Management skills
Desirable
- Training/skills in a relevant therapeutic modality e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, parenting programmes
Academic skills, lifelong learning abilities
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Participated in research or service evaluation
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit
Desirable
- Published on a relevant subject in a peer reviewed journal
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Led a clinical audit leading to significant change
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Full GMC registration and licence to practice
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification/certification
- Section 12 Approved Psychiatrist or willingness to obtain approval
- Approved Clinician Status or willingness to obtain training
Desirable
- Specialist therapy qualification
Entry criteria for grade
Essential
- Specialist registration in Psychiatry including by CESR or within 6 months of attainment of CCT at time of interview.
- Shall have equivalent experience and competencies as recognised by GMC
Desirable
- Specialist Registration in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 6 months experience (pro rata for LTFT) in CAMHS LD
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Experience of training doctors in training
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experiences relevant to this post
Skills/Knowledge/Ability
Essential
- Excellent knowledge in specialty
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills including children and young people
- Ability to take a clinical lead.
- Management skills
Desirable
- Training/skills in a relevant therapeutic modality e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, parenting programmes
Academic skills, lifelong learning abilities
Essential
- Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Participated in research or service evaluation
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit
Desirable
- Published on a relevant subject in a peer reviewed journal
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Led a clinical audit leading to significant change
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
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).
