Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Endocrinology and Diabetes teams for a permanent consultant post at Sheffield Children's.
Applicants should possess, or be within 6 months of receiving, a CCT in paediatrics at the time of commencing the appointment and have had appropriate experience within a paediatric unit in Paediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes.
Any Consultant who is unable for personal reasons to work the proposed number of PAs will be eligible to be considered for the post; if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with Consultant colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Service Content for This Post
- Provision of outpatient clinics (Endocrinology at SCH and Diabetes at both SCH and NGH)
- Contribute to Provision of outreach Endocrinology outpatient clinics at local DGHs
- Provision of Adolescent/Transition Services across specialities as appropriate
- Supervision of Specialist Nurses and Test planning
- Contribute to "Consultant of the week" arrangements for Endocrinology & Diabetes ward cover
- In patient management of endocrine and diabetes patients
- Attendance at Endocrine/Diabetes emergencies and urgent patients including at adjacent Jessop Hospital
- Contribute to a 1:4 diabetes on call service
- Participate in departmental education programmes and MDT results meetings.
- Contribution to the service development, service evaluation, audit and research activity of the teams.
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Charlotte Elder 01142717000
Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 27h May 2024
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
For an informal chat about this role, please contact Dr Charlotte Elder 01142717000
Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 27h May 2024
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification
- Full GMC registration
- On the GMCs Specialist Register OR within 6 moths of CCT at time of scheduled interview
- Completion of a recognised higher training programme in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in General Paediatrics
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
- Valid APLS and NLS
Desirable
Knowledge / Previous Experience / Clinical Expertise in Speciality
Essential
- CCT in paediatric respiratory medicine (UK RCPCH CCT or equivalent international qualification)
Previous Training Management/Audit
Essential
- Basic experience in management e.g., trainee rotas
- Clear involvement in audit / service development
- Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants
Desirable
Academic Achievements Research/Publications
Essential
- Has experience in research and teaching
Desirable
- Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research
Skills
Essential
- Able to work under own initiative and motivate/lead others
- Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
- Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines
Desirable
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence
Other Requirements
Essential
- Medical Insurance and Right to Work in UK
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification
- Full GMC registration
- On the GMCs Specialist Register OR within 6 moths of CCT at time of scheduled interview
- Completion of a recognised higher training programme in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in General Paediatrics
- Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
- Valid APLS and NLS
Desirable
Knowledge / Previous Experience / Clinical Expertise in Speciality
Essential
- CCT in paediatric respiratory medicine (UK RCPCH CCT or equivalent international qualification)
Previous Training Management/Audit
Essential
- Basic experience in management e.g., trainee rotas
- Clear involvement in audit / service development
- Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants
Desirable
Academic Achievements Research/Publications
Essential
- Has experience in research and teaching
Desirable
- Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research
Skills
Essential
- Able to work under own initiative and motivate/lead others
- Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
- Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines
Desirable
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence
Other Requirements
Essential
- Medical Insurance and Right to Work in UK
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
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).
