Job overview
Fixed term Paediatric Resident in Pediatric Dermatology
2 years at Great Ormond Street Hospital and 1 year at Bristol 1WTE/10 PAs with on call commitment
An exciting opportunity has opened up within the Dermatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, for a 3 year rotational placement in Paediatric Dermatology, comprising 2 years in Paediatric Dermatology at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and 1 year in General Dermatology in Bristol, the role to start September 2026.
See the job description and job plan for further details
Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.
Main duties of the job
Main duties at GOSHH include but are not limited to:
• Provide inpatient and outpatient care for children with common, complex, and rare dermatological disorders.
• Manage a wide range of skin diseases in paediatric populations.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics ( vascular anomalies, genetics, rheumatology, plastics).
• Undertake dermatologic procedures, including skin biopsy, cryotherapy and laser therapy under supervision.
• Participate in the out of hours on-call rota for dermatology advice and emergency dermatologic presentations in children.
• Contribute to care planning, documentation, and communication with families and referring clinicians.
• Participate in departmental academic meetings, journal clubs, and case discussions.
• Contribute to the teaching of medical students, residents, and allied health professionals.
• Undertake supervised research and/or quality improvement projects within paediatric dermatology.
• Present findings at national or international meetings and prepare work for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Attend structured teaching sessions and recognised specialist courses relevant to Dermatology ( Genetics, Photodermatology, Allergy, Biology of the Skin).
• Engage in regular appraisal and feedback sessions with the educational supervisor.
• Participate in personal development planning and maintain an up-to-date portfolio of clinical experience and competencies.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.
We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women’s Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.
Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
* Always welcoming
* Always helpful
* Always expert
* Always one team
* Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
* Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
* Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
* Primary medical qualification – MBBS or equivalent
* Full GMC registration with licence to practice
* MRCPCH or equivalent
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Current London Deanery NTN in Paediatrics (at least ST6 paediatrics)
* Understanding of principles of clinical governance
* Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills
Desirable criteria
* Prior clinical experience in paediatric dermatology
* Experience of teaching and presenting
* Experience of audit activities
* Published research in peer reviewed journals
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
* Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
* Ability to prioritise clinical needs