Senior Clinical Fellow / International Fellow Paeds/Neonatal Surgery

Job description

Senior Clinical Fellow / International Fellow Paeds/Neonatal Surgery
This is a full time post with on call commitments to general paediatric surgery rota. A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive due consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with service director, consultant colleagues and local management.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.

Post is initially for 12 months with the possibility of extending a further year.

Main duties of the job
The post of Senior Clinical fellow in Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery will offer the post holder an exciting opportunity to develop their skills in all aspects of Paediatric general and neonatal surgery with a focused training with the gastro-intestinal team. The senior fellow will have the opportunity to learn intermediate and advanced skills in Paediatric GI laparoscopy and Paediatric diagnostic endoscopy. The senior fellow will participate in a 1:6 non-resident general paediatrics, Paediatric Urology and neonatal surgical on-call rota. The post holder will work at middle grade tier alongside two National Specialty Trainees in Paediatric Surgery (ST3-6), Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Urology, and 2 Specialist Doctors.

Qualifications

Eligible for registration or hold registration with the GMC

MBBS (or equivalent)

MRCS /AFRCS or equivalent.

Completion of at least 3 years Higher Surgical Training (or equivalent) in Paediatric Surgery at time of interview)

BSc (or other intercalated degree)

FRCS (Paeds) or FRCS (And Neonatal Surgery)

Other higher degrees / qualifications

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Experience of working at multiple pediatric surgical centres in the last 5 years, at least 3 years as higher surgical trainee

Experience of commitment to Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery

Experience of Paediatric Intensive Care / Neonatology

Other relevant experience

CLINICAL SKILLS

Demonstrate clinical and operative skills at appropriate level

Understanding of clinical risk management

Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate

Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical / scientific approach

Good manual dexterity and hand / eye coordination

KNOWLEDGE

Appropriate level of clinical knowledge in Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery

Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice

Shows awareness of own limitations

Technical skills and knowledge suitable for training (advanced and Neonatal Surgery module curriculum level)

Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice

Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty / medicine

ORGANISATION AND PLANNING

Ability to prioritize clinical need

Understanding of clinical governance

Ability to organize oneself and own work

Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams

Information technology skills including library searches

Understanding of NHS & resource constraints; management / financial awareness; experience of committee work

TEACHING SKILLS / RESEARCH

Understanding of the principles of research

Evidence of teaching experience

Exposure to different teaching groups / methods

Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honors

CAREER PROGRESSION

Candidate must demonstrate commitment to career Progression in the last 1 year of training consistent with personal circumstances

PERSONAL SKILLS

Communication and language skills (the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate)

Decisiveness / Accountability (ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority)

Interpersonal skills (see patients as people, empathize, work co-operatively with others, open and non- defensive, sense of humor)

Uses a non-judgmental approach to patients and colleagues regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status

Flexibility (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances)

Resilience (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self-awareness)

Thoroughness (well prepared, shows self-discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)

Probity (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)

Desire to learn

Trainable

Good team player

Sincerity and commitment to expected work

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Multi Faith prayer room

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement

Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it

Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site

Free 24-hours confidential counselling support

On-site Nursery

On-site cafes offering staff discounts

Flexible staff bank

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

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.

Consultant Paediatric and Neonatal Surgeon

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Norwich

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English