Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Consultant in Paediatric Allergy to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team in delivering exceptional care to children and young people. The successful candidate will need to have demonstrated expertise and competence not only in the management of children with allergies, but also in teaching and research skills, as well as in NHS administration. Consideration will be given to general paediatricians with an interest in paediatric allergy and medical education, as well as those with formal sub-specialty training in the area.
Main Duties of the Post
The main activities supported by the post are:
* Outpatient clinics
o Allergy clinics for assessment of local and regional referrals.
o Regular desensitisation clinics.
o Monthly joint Allergy ENT and joint Allergy Ophthalmology and Peri‑anaesthetic Allergy clinics.
o Quarterly joint Allergy/Immunology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Haematology, Rheumatology and Respiratory clinics.
* Day case services
o Food and drug challenges (10 per week).
o SCIT for insect venom, grass and tree pollen allergies.
o SLIT initiation for house dust mite and pollen allergies.
o Omalizumab for urticaria, severe asthma and severe allergic conjunctivitis.
o Drug reaction evaluations, SPT, IDT, drug provocation tests and desensitisations.
o Evaluation for peri‑operative suspected allergic reactions.
* Team meetings
o Weekly tertiary MDT.
o Weekly clinical education meeting.
o Three monthly meetings of the Northwest Paediatric Allergy Network.
About Us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career. With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to diverse communities. We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine and to improve patient outcomes.
Job Details
* Date posted: 09 February 2026
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 349‑MCH‑7759321‑RL4
* Job locations: Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, Manchester, M13 9WL
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* MRCPCH by examination or equivalent.
* Full GMC registration.
* On the GMC’s Specialist Register or within six months of CCT at the time of scheduled interview.
Desirable Qualifications
* Higher degree, e.g. MSc, MD, PhD in Paediatrics.
Essential Other
* Ability to fulfil all duties of the post, including on‑call commitments and travel requirements.
* Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status.
Essential Clinical Experience
* Competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training.
* Valid Level 3 Safeguarding training.
* Valid BLS training.
Desirable Clinical Experience
* Experience working in the NHS.
* Wider experience, research, and training in providing sub‑specialty service (if applicable).
* Valid APLS.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
* Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions.
* Good communication skills, including communicating bad news.
* Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively.
* Meets the requirements of the GMC’s ‘Good Medical Practice’.
Desirable Knowledge and Skills
* Knowledge of risk management, annual job planning, appraisal review process, etc.
Academic Requirements
* Evidence of participation in clinical audit/QI project and understanding of their role in improving practice.
* Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence.
* Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.
Desirable Academic
* Research degree and ‘Training the Trainers’ certification.
Management Requirements
* Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS.
* Understanding of management issues including medical management, clinical governance, service planning and quality improvement.
Desirable Management
* Evidence of leadership attributes and experience.
* Evidence of motivational skills.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, colleagues, managers, other agencies and staff at all levels.
* Energy and enthusiasm.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Flexible approach.
* Caring attitude towards patients, carers and colleagues.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. Skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate for each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years) are also subject to this requirement.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information, see the NHS Careers website.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply. As an inclusive employer, we support you. Please contact the manager if you need special assistance with your application.
Employer Details
* Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
* Address: Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, Manchester, M13 9WL
* Website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/
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