Opportunity to be part of the paediatric team at Wexham Park Hospital as a trust doctor F3/ST1-2 equivalent. Successful candidate will work across the paediatric and neonatal teams.
This post is for 12 months, commencing 5th August 2026. 1 posts is available.
The Paediatric Department has 29 acute medical and surgical in-patient beds and a 5-bed paediatric high dependency unit. There is a separate assessment area. (PAU)
There is an 18 cot, purpose built neonatal unit with 5 intensive care/high dependency cots. Full intensive care is offered to inborn babies greater than 27/40 weeks gestation. There is also a transitional care unit based on the post natal ward.
FY2/ST1-3 Trainees are on a full shift (Band 1A) and are organised in separate teams for General Paediatrics and for Neonates. The general ward & neonatal unit are separated by a single door allowing good registrar support across both sides of the department.
Within our department we have a mixture of FY2, ST1-3 in paediatrics and ST1-ST2 GP trainees all participating to a rolling junior doctor rota.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an enthusiastic junior doctor who has an interest in Paediatrics and wants experience before committing to a full training programme.
The successful candidate will join the existing team in a modern hospital with a well-equipped children's department and Local Neonatal Unit (level 2). The post includes shifts in both general paediatrics and neonates.
While this post does not carry formal training recognition, it does provide an opportunity to care for a tremendously varied group of patients in a large paediatric department in a busy District General Hospital. The post-holder will take part in a full shift rolling Rota, Band 1a.
You will be assigned a clinical supervisor who will oversee your continued professional development. Applications from doctors who would like to work part time will be considered.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Job responsibilities
Provide care of acute patients under the guidance of the senior staff this includes on the general paediatric ward, PAU, neonatal unit, post natal ward, and attendance at high risk deliveries on labour ward
Be encouraged to participate in audits
Perform duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances at the request of the appropriate consultant, in consultation where practicable with their colleagues both senior and junior.
Comply with Infection prevention and control procedures which is the responsibility of everyone. Employees are required to strictly adhere to the infection control policy
This job description is an indication of the type and range of tasks that are expected of the post holder, and other duties may be required, in line with the role and the banding. It will be reviewed and amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder to take account of changing organisational need.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MB BS or equivalent
* Distinctions, scholarships, prizes
* NLS and APLS provider
Experience
* Satisfactory completion of core paediatric training (or equivalent certified evidence of competence) at the time of taking up post
* Competent in basic procedures eg. CPR, infection control, physical examination, history taking etc.
* Able to prioritise clinical needs
* Aware of own limitations, consults senior colleagues appropriately and knows when to ask for help
* Able to communicate clearly in written and spoken English e.g. able to write legible records
* Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
* Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues
* Able to contribute to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
* Previous experience in paediatrics
* Has participated in clinical audit
* Previous research activity
* Understands the importance and impact of information systems in health care
Skills and knowledge
* Able to manage time and prioritise workload
* Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately
* Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm and common sense
* Respects and promotes individual's rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures
* Understands the principles of patient confidentiality and data protection
* Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice
* Understands the principles of clinical governance - ensures patients are not put at risk
* Understanding of the basic principles of research
* Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
* Evidence of leadership qualities (not necessarily in medicine)
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.
Clinical Director for Children and Young People
£54,499 a yearPlus work schedule allowances
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