6 PA post – fixed term 6 months starting 1st September 2026. The main base is Barnet Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to appoint a locum consultant in General Paediatrics for a period of 6 months, starting 1st September 2026. The proposed job plan is annualised based on a 42‑week working year. The working pattern will include duties covering the paediatric ward for attending weeks, Ward & ED when on call, outpatient clinics & out of hours cover. Each activity has a tariff in terms of PAs; e.g., an outpatient clinic provides 1.25 PAs.
Qualifications
* On the specialist register of the General Medical Council (GMC) for Paediatrics
* Registered with the GMC and within 6 months of acceptance for the specialist register for paediatrics at the time of interview
* Fellowship / Membership of relevant Royal College Of Paediatrics & Child Health / equivalent
* APLS/NLS provider
* Level 3 Child Protection training
* APLS/NLS Instructor
Experience and Knowledge
* Broad experience in general paediatrics at Consultant or SpR level
* Demonstrable knowledge of the challenges facing the serviceDemonstrable knowledge of the environment in which the service needs to be delivered
Skills and aptitudes
* Ability to take independent and full responsibility of clinical care of paediatric patients
* Ability to lead and support multidisciplinary team
* Ability to work within the Trust and NHS performance framework and targets
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance
Personal qualities & attributes
* Calm under pressure
* Self‑contained with an ability to support team members
* Enthusiasm to participate and teach in department educational & simulation programme
* Effective communication and organisational skills
* Self‑awareness
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£109,725 to £145,478 per annum plus £2,162 London weighting pro rata
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