Overview
A vacancy at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust for the Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) position in the Paediatric Department. This is to commence on the Tier 1 (SHO grade) rota in paediatrics. There are 12 doctors on the Tier 1 rota at Wythenshawe on a full shift rota, including daytime duties and on-calls. The rota is EWTD compliant.
Responsibilities
* The Tier 1 and middle grade doctors work on the general paediatric ward (including the high dependency unit and paediatric observation and assessment unit), the level 2 neonatal unit, and outpatients clinics (consultant supervised).
* The middle grade doctors are supported by separate consultant hot weeks on both the paediatric and neonatal units, and there are separate on-call rotas.
* There are full Tier 1 rotas on both the paediatric and neonatal units.
* The post holder will be expected to develop a special interest that complements the department, and to take part in audit and teaching in the department and for medical students.
* The Junior Clinical Fellow position is suitable for doctors interested in neonatal intensive care, neonatal resuscitation, and multidisciplinary team (MDT) working; especially beneficial for those planning to enter higher specialist training in paediatrics/neonatology or pursuing CESR.
* Attending weekly teaching sessions, simulation training, and neonatal grand rounds.
* Engaging in quality improvement (QI), clinical governance, and research activities.
Why Join Us
* Hands-on training in one of the largest tertiary NICUs in the UK.
* Access to cutting-edge neonatal technology, ultrasound training, and point-of-care diagnostics.
* Exposure to specialist areas such as neonatal surgery, neurocritical care, and long-term ventilation.
* Involvement in education and leadership development through mentorship by senior consultants.
* Support for career progression, CESR applications, and future training opportunities.
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn and operates at a scale with opportunities across multiple sites. We bring together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford and beyond, championing collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 30,000-strong workforce to pursue ambitious goals.
We have created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness, and to drive research and innovation through Hive – our Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022.
We are a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, offering a robust infrastructure to encourage high-quality research programmes. We are also pursuing our Green Plan to make healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting health and wellbeing, and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Other information
To find out more about key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience needed, see the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Read the Candidate Essentials Guide to learn about the Trust, our benefits, and how we care for you as you care for others. The guide also contains information you need before submitting an application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our resourcing team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
We look forward to receiving your application.
This advert closes on Monday 11 Aug 2025.
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