Job summary
Fixed Term: 6 months | 6 PAs
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Immunology and Infectious Diseases (PIID) team at Sheffield Children's Hospital. We are looking for a motivated and experienced paediatrician with sub-specialist training in Immunology and Infectious Diseases to support and further develop our regional tertiary service.
This part-time consultant post will focus on delivering high-quality care for children with immune deficiencies and complex infectious diseases across South Yorkshire and surrounding areas. You will provide both inpatient and outpatient care, regional telephone advice, and take part in the Immunology/Infectious Diseases on-call rota.. There are no general paediatric or allergy commitments associated with this role.
About You:
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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Provide inpatient and outpatient care for children with inborn errors of immunity and secondary immune deficiencies.
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Participate in a 1:4 telephone advisory service for local Trusts, GPs, Jessop's neonatal unit, and DGHs.
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Support delivery of immunoglobulin therapy following national guidelines and attend local/regional immunoglobulin panels.
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Share care for children with retroviral infections and those undergoing TB screening and treatment.
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Provide OPAT cover and contribute to antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
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Engage with the TRIAC consortium and support Trust-wide service development goals.
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, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive 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.
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Person Specification
Professional qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent
Desirable
- MD/MSc/PhD in Paediatric ID/Immunlogy
Experience
Essential
- 24 months experience in paediatric ID/Immunlogy
Desirable
- Experience of tertiary ID/Immunology including HCID work
Skills
Essential
- Able to work under own initiative and motivate/lead others
Desirable
Person Specification
Professional qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent
- MRCPCH or evidence of equivalent
Desirable
- MD/MSc/PhD in Paediatric ID/Immunlogy
Experience
Essential
- 24 months experience in paediatric ID/Immunlogy
Desirable
- Experience of tertiary ID/Immunology including HCID work
Skills
Essential
- Able to work under own initiative and motivate/lead others
Desirable
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).
