Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to take on the role of Clinical fellow in rape and sexual assault at the Bridge Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) and Paediatric Centre of Excellence located in Bristol.
The Bridge SARC looks after children and young people who report sexual abuse or for whom professionals have concerns about sexual abuse in the geographical regions of Avon and Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. The Bridge also looks after adults in the context of suspected or reported rape and sexual assault in the area covered by the Avon & Somerset constabulary.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an innovative and dynamic doctor to join this service. This role is 0.6 wte, equivalent to 24 hours a week and has an on call out of hours commitment with supplementary banding
The post is available for 12 months.
The post may be suitable as OOPE/OOPT with the appropriate deanery permissions for trainees in an allied programme (such as gynaecology, sexual and reproductive health, emergency medicine) and the successful post holder will be supported to apply for these if applicable to them. The post is also available as a stand-alone role for doctors wishing to learn more about the field of forensic medicine who are passionate about trauma informed care for victims of sexual violence
About us
University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a workforce of over 13,000 staff and 100+ different clinical services across 10 sites, serving a population of over 500,000 people across Bristol and Weston.UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to patients. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust,committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South Westoffers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create aworkforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
It is important that you are aware that you may need to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, for all patient facing roles and roles within patient facing areas (unless there is a clear medical reason or where there are other exceptional circumstances such as no requirement for occasional patient contact).
Job description
Job responsibilities
They will be supported and encouraged by the divisional manager, SARC manager and work closely and be supervised by the Clinical Director for the adult service (Forensic physician) and the Clinical lead for the paediatric service (consultant paediatrician) and the
Come and join this small, patient focussed team to enhance the care for victims of sexual harm across the South West
The Bridge is based on the second floor of UHBW Central Health Clinic.
Job description
Job responsibilities
They will be supported and encouraged by the divisional manager, SARC manager and work closely and be supervised by the Clinical Director for the adult service (Forensic physician) and the Clinical lead for the paediatric service (consultant paediatrician) and the
Come and join this small, patient focussed team to enhance the care for victims of sexual harm across the South West
The Bridge is based on the second floor of UHBW Central Health Clinic.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post graduate experience in relevant specialty e.g gynaecology. Obstetrics, general practice, Emergency medicine
- Knowledge of and compliance with child and adult safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Experience in the management of people who have experienced maltreatment including child abuse, domestic abuse, honour based violence
- Experience in the management of children, adults or young people who have been sexually assaulted
- Experience in any of the following areas: Gynaecology, Genito-Urinary medicine Reproductive & Sexual Health/contraceptive provision, clinical Forensic Medicine, A&E, psychiatry, paediatrics, general practice
- Previous involvement with Strategy discussions/ meetings, multi-agency discussions
- Previous Court attendances as a professional witness
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work at other sites necessitated by the role
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/ formal teaching qualification
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
- Car plus license to drive
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC with a license to practice
- Medical Indemnity (MPS/MDU/MDDUS)
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Positive approach to evidence based practice and evidence of this
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD)
- Awareness of personal limitations and the importance of self-care
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of sexual health, child health or the safeguarding of adults and children
- Good clinical practise accreditation
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports or peer reviewed research papers
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification (MBChB or equivalent)
Desirable
- MRCPCH/FRCPCH, or MFSRH/FFSRH, or MRCOG/FRCOG or MRCGP/FRCGP or another appropriate Royal College or Faculty membership or part thereof
- Other relevant qualification (e.g. BSc or DFSRH)
- Level 3 safeguarding training
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum 4 years post graduate experience in relevant specialty e.g gynaecology. Obstetrics, general practice, Emergency medicine
- Knowledge of and compliance with child and adult safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Experience in the management of people who have experienced maltreatment including child abuse, domestic abuse, honour based violence
- Experience in the management of children, adults or young people who have been sexually assaulted
- Experience in any of the following areas: Gynaecology, Genito-Urinary medicine Reproductive & Sexual Health/contraceptive provision, clinical Forensic Medicine, A&E, psychiatry, paediatrics, general practice
- Previous involvement with Strategy discussions/ meetings, multi-agency discussions
- Previous Court attendances as a professional witness
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Willingness to travel to and work at other sites necessitated by the role
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
Desirable
- Teaching skills course/ formal teaching qualification
- Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
- Car plus license to drive
Additional & Aptitudes
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC with a license to practice
- Medical Indemnity (MPS/MDU/MDDUS)
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Positive approach to evidence based practice and evidence of this
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD)
- Awareness of personal limitations and the importance of self-care
Desirable
- Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of sexual health, child health or the safeguarding of adults and children
- Good clinical practise accreditation
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports or peer reviewed research papers
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registerable medical qualification (MBChB or equivalent)
Desirable
- MRCPCH/FRCPCH, or MFSRH/FFSRH, or MRCOG/FRCOG or MRCGP/FRCGP or another appropriate Royal College or Faculty membership or part thereof
- Other relevant qualification (e.g. BSc or DFSRH)
- Level 3 safeguarding training
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).
