Locum Consultant in Paediatric Gastroenterology

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 09 May 2025

Job summary

Fixed Term: 12 months | 10 PAs per week (40hrs)

You will provide paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition services for Sheffield and beyond, manage a busy outpatient clinic, contribute to inpatient care and the on-call rota, and support nutritional services for patients on parenteral nutrition. Additionally, you will lead on Paediatric Hepatology, collaborating with the supra-regional transplant unit in Leeds to deliver a comprehensive service, including liver biopsy and post-transplant care.

About You:

  • MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification

  • Full and Specialist registration (and with a licence to practise) with the GMC, or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.

  • CCT in general paediatrics or non-UK equivalent, with sub-specialisation in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and nutrition, or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview.

  • Wide experience in paediatrics within a dedicated paediatric unit Specific specialist interest/experience in Gastroenterology

If you are unable to work full time, you will still be eligible for consideration.

Interviews to be heldFriday 23rd May.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Director, your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead on Paediatric Hepatology, collaborating with the supra-regional transplant unit in Leeds to provide a supra-district service, including liver biopsy and post-transplant clinics.

  • Provide a comprehensive paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition service for Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and beyond.

  • Manage a busy outpatient clinic schedule (3-4 clinics per week across Hepatology and Gastroenterology), and support with endoscopy list cover.

  • Share responsibility for inpatient care and contribute to the on-call rota, ensuring high-quality care and support for colleagues.

  • Support the nutritional service with weekly ward rounds and management of patients on parenteral nutrition.

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.

Date posted

25 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7140414

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


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

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

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification
  • Full and Specialist registration (and with a license to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
  • Completion of a recognised higher training programme in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in General Paediatrics with a sub-specialisation in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
  • Right to work in UK

Desirable

  • Relevant Higher Degree

Experience

Essential

  • Wide experience in paediatrics within a dedicated paediatric unit
  • Specific specialist interest/experience in Gastroenterology
  • Has experience in research and teaching

Desirable

  • Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research
  • Experience of teaching endoscopy

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
  • Clear involvement in audit
  • Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Desirable

  • Preparation of audit

Personal Attributes

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

  • Ability to teach
Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBBS or equivalent
  • MRCP or MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent qualification
  • Full and Specialist registration (and with a license to practice) with the General Medical Council (GMC), or be eligible for registration within six months of interview.
  • Completion of a recognised higher training programme in paediatrics with Higher Specialist Training in General Paediatrics with a sub-specialisation in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
  • Right to work in UK

Desirable

  • Relevant Higher Degree

Experience

Essential

  • Wide experience in paediatrics within a dedicated paediatric unit
  • Specific specialist interest/experience in Gastroenterology
  • Has experience in research and teaching

Desirable

  • Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research
  • Experience of teaching endoscopy

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
  • Clear involvement in audit
  • Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Desirable

  • Preparation of audit

Personal Attributes

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

  • Ability to teach

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


Employer's website

https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

co-lead Gastroenterology Consultant

Dr Zuzana Londt

zuzana.londt1@nhs.net

01142717673

Date posted

25 April 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

425-25-7140414

Job locations

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH


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