Job summary
Fixed term: 6 months minimum, with the possibility of extending to 12 months
This position is designed for a paediatric surgical trainee at equivalent of senior registrar level, with an interest in joining a busy Paediatric Urology Team, undertaking specialist work.
Please note, this is not a formal training post and does not carry a National Training Number. GMC registration is required, and if the appointee does not hold UK residency, a work permit will be necessary.
You will participate in the general surgical STR/Senior Fellow on-call rota on a half-FTE basis, allowing you to maintain general surgical experience and develop the skills needed for a Consultant Paediatric Urology position in a centre with general on-call responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Paediatric Urology Clinical Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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Work with our skilled urology nursing team, supporting NIBS, urodynamics, and complex patient care.
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First contact for urology advice, providing daytime support to the PSU, urology nurses, radiology team, and other hospital and regional healthcare providers.
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Help vet children for appropriate first reviews within the urology team.
Training will be provided in the following areas of tertiary paediatric urological care:
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Antenatal counselling
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Neonatal care
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Minimal access surgery
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Ureteroscopy
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Percutaneous nephrolithotomy
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Urodynamics
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Hypospadias
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Care of children with Spina bifida and spinal injuries
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DSD and adolescent gynaecology
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Reconstruction
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Oncology (co-located)
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Nephrology liaison
Please note, we do not offer experience in exstrophy or transplant.
Flexibility is required to meet the demands of our busy tertiary unit. You will be able to attend urology lists outside your scheduled time if cases of interest arise.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Qualified medical practitioner MBBS / MBCHB
- Registered with GMC
- FRCS (Paediatric Surg) or equivalent training experience
- Able to work as senior registrar on the general on call rota
- Able to work in the UK, with good levels of English
- Completed Basic Surgical Training in posts approved by the surgical Royal College or approved overseas equivalent
- 2+ publications
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
- Presentations
- Publications with significant impact factor journals
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management
- Demonstrated interest in Paediatric Urology
- Evidence of participation in audit in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Involved in valuable quality improvement project last 6 months or with implementation of recommendations in the last 12 months
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassion
- Honesty
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
- Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
- Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees
- Interest in innovation
Desirable
- Ability to work as a team
- Outside interests
- Evidence of respect for diversity
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Respect
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Qualified medical practitioner MBBS / MBCHB
- Registered with GMC
- FRCS (Paediatric Surg) or equivalent training experience
- Able to work as senior registrar on the general on call rota
- Able to work in the UK, with good levels of English
- Completed Basic Surgical Training in posts approved by the surgical Royal College or approved overseas equivalent
- 2+ publications
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees, higher degrees
- Presentations
- Publications with significant impact factor journals
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management
- Demonstrated interest in Paediatric Urology
- Evidence of participation in audit in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Involved in valuable quality improvement project last 6 months or with implementation of recommendations in the last 12 months
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Organisational ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassion
- Honesty
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
- Be physically and mentally fit and capable of conducting operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention
- Manual dexterity as confirmed by referees
- Interest in innovation
Desirable
- Ability to work as a team
- Outside interests
- Evidence of respect for diversity
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Respect
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).
