Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (Post CCT)
Employer Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Location Sheffield, United Kingdom Salary GBP 12.60 per hour Closing date 28 Jun 2025
Job summary
Fixed Term: 6 months | 40hrs per week
We're offering exciting opportunities for senior clinical fellows who are within 6 months of, or have recently obtained, their Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine. These posts are designed to enhance your clinical and leadership experience in paediatric emergency medicine, offering substantial hands-on exposure and senior responsibilities.
About Us: The Emergency Department at Sheffield Children's is a vibrant, high-performing team providing emergency care for children under 16, with over 65,000 attendances annually. As a designated Major Trauma Centre, we manage the full spectrum of paediatric emergency presentations, from minor injuries to critical care cases. Our team includes consultants, ST1-2 trainees, Resident Doctors (CT3+), ENPs, and GPs, supported by an adjacent Acute Assessment Unit (AAU).
What you'll bring:
* MBBS / MBChB or equivalent
* Full GMC registration
* Within 6 months of, or already completed, CCT in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine (or equivalent)
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Consultant Team Lead (ED), your responsibilities will include:
* Provide clinical care on the CT3+ Resident Doctors rota, including nights and weekends
* Work closely with PEM consultants and the multidisciplinary team
* Contribute to clinical leadership, education, and supervision of junior colleagues
* Maintain accurate clinical records
* Participate in departmental audits, QI projects, and teaching sessions
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* MMBS / MBChB or equivalent
* PLS
Desirable
* MRCPCH / MRCEM
* APLS /EPLS / ATLS or equivalent
* GIC or equivalent
Experience
Essential
* Within 6 months of gaining Certificate of Completion of Training in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine (or equivalent)
Desirable
* Postgraduate teaching experience
Knowledge
Essential
* Good general medical knowledge in Paediatric Medicine
* Basic assessment of children presenting with illness and injury
* Use of evidence based practice
Desirable
* Safeguarding level 3
* DCH or equivalent
Personal attributes
Essential
* Team working
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Recognition of limitations
* Punctual / reliable / good time management
* Ability to organise and prioritise
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full GMC Registration
* MMBS / MBChB or equivalent
* PLS
Desirable
* MRCPCH / MRCEM
* APLS /EPLS / ATLS or equivalent
* GIC or equivalent
Experience
Essential
* Within 6 months of gaining Certificate of Completion of Training in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine (or equivalent)
Desirable
* Postgraduate teaching experience
Knowledge
Essential
* Good general medical knowledge in Paediatric Medicine
* Basic assessment of children presenting with illness and injury
* Use of evidence based practice
Desirable
* Safeguarding level 3
* DCH or equivalent
Personal attributes
Essential
* Team working
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Recognition of limitations
* Punctual / reliable / good time management
* Ability to organise and prioritise
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
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