Job summary
Fixed Term | 6 months
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to invite applications for Paediatric Orthopaedic Fellowship positions within our highly respected and expanding Paediatric Orthopaedics Department.
These Fellowships offer outstanding clinical exposure and training in a wide range of paediatric orthopaedic subspecialties. Fellows will gain experience in the assessment and management of paediatric orthopaedic conditions, with the exception of malignant bone tumours.
You will work alongside a dynamic and supportive team and receive structured training in all aspects of general paediatric orthopaedics. The department prides itself on its well-developed subspecialty services, providing excellent opportunities for skill development and career progression.
Subspeciality Experience Available
During the Fellowship, experience can be gained across the following areas:
- Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) including established ultrasound screening programmes
- Ponseti management of clubfoot
- Neuromuscular disorders supported by advanced gait analysis
- Limb reconstruction
- Skeletal dysplasia
- Young adult hip preservation
- Soft-tissue knee reconstructive surgery
Our unit provides a comprehensive service delivered by experienced consultants with dedicated interests in each subspecialty area, ensuring Fellows receive high-quality training and supervision throughout.
Anticipated start date for April 2026.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Team Lead for Orthopaedics, some of your responsibilities will include:
- Work a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week (ST6-ST8 salary scale).Participate in a 1 in 11 on-call rota with prospective cover alongside existing Fellows and Yorkshire specialist trainees.
- Contribute to elective clinics, fracture clinics, elective theatre lists, trauma theatre sessions, and ward rounds.
- Attend and actively participate in the weekly Friday morning MDT and regular clinical governance meetings.
- Engage in educational activities as the posts are designed for training and development.
- Take an active role in research, service evaluation, and audit projects (audit participation is mandatory).
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.
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.
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
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Qualified medical practitioner
- Registered with GMC, FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent training experience
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees
- Presentations
- Publications
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Completed basic surgical training in posts approved by the Surgical Royal College or approved oversees equivalent
- Competence in pre-operative and post operative management
- Demonstrated commitment to Paediatric Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Computer Skills
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm for audit
- Understands the principles of audit
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Organisational Ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responcibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
- Candidates should have the ability to communicate fluently in English for example to have passed the IELTS english proficiency examination or equivalent
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines.
- Good communication skills.
- Resilience under pressure
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Qualified medical practitioner
- Registered with GMC, FRCS (Tr & Orth) or equivalent training experience
Desirable
- Distinction, prizes, awards, scholarships, other degrees
- Presentations
- Publications
Experience
Essential
- Validated logbook/appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience
- Completed basic surgical training in posts approved by the Surgical Royal College or approved oversees equivalent
- Competence in pre-operative and post operative management
- Demonstrated commitment to Paediatric Orthopaedics
Desirable
- Computer Skills
- Evidence of participation or enthusiasm for audit
- Understands the principles of audit
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Organisational Ability
- Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responcibility
- Understand and communicate intelligibly with patients
- Candidates should have the ability to communicate fluently in English for example to have passed the IELTS english proficiency examination or equivalent
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients
Desirable
- Initiative
- A critical enquiring approach to the acquisition of knowledge
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines.
- Good communication skills.
- Resilience under pressure
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
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).
