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Foundation Doctor (FY2) in Trauma and Orthopaedics
The closing date is 06 April 2026
This post will provide training in the generality of Elective Paediatric Orthopaedics and Paediatric Orthopaedic Trauma. While the bulk of the training will be in Paediatric Orthopaedics (Elective and Trauma), exposure to Paediatric Spinal Deformity and Paediatric Orthopaedic Oncology, will also be achieved.
It is envisaged that the postholder will join in as soon as possible, remaining with the department until February 2027.
The post is suitable for those wishing to pursue a career in Orthopaedics. The post will also suit those wishing to pursue a career Paediatrics, Emergency Medicine and General Practice, or any of the surgical specialties.
The successful candidate will spend their time at the Birmingham Children’s Hospital site. The post holder will participate in the surgical specialties out-of-hours on call.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY REJECTED IF YOU PROVIDE FALSE INFORMATION WHEN REPLYING TO PRE-APPLICATION QUESTIONS.
Main duties of the job
It is expected that the post holder will take part in the academic activities of the unit. There will be opportunities for clinical research and audit under the supervision of the Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons and ample time for such projects. The post holder will also have the opportunity to be involved in teaching undergraduates during their Orthopaedic modules.
The Paediatric Orthopaedic Department at BCH holds a monthly Audit/MDT meeting which the post holder will be expected to attend throughout their time with us. The department also holds further Audit meetings to coincide with the Trust Audit mornings. It is expected that the postholder will be involved with, and present the results of, at least one audit project while working in the department.
About us
Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world‑class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world‑leading neo‑natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family‑centred care.
Birmingham Children’s Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women’s Hospital is one of two dedicated women’s hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0‑25 years old.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).
Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MB ChB or equivalent
* GMC registration with license to practice
* BSc, or MSc, or MD, or PhD
* ATLS
Special Knowledge/Abilities and/or experience
* Experience of working in the NHS
* Paediatric experience
Interests and Motivation to the Job
* Evidence of career progression
* Evidence of previous research or audit
Personal Qualities/Disposition
* Motivated
* Excellent team player
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.
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