Overview
We are seeking to appoint a substantive consultant in General Paediatrics with a special interest in Child Safeguarding, as the postholder will contribute to CMPE supervision and other Safeguarding work.
The proposed job plan is annualised based on a 42-week working year. The working pattern will include duties covering paediatric ward for attending weeks, Ward & ED when on call, outpatient clinics & out of hours cover. Each activity has a tariff in terms of PAs, e.g., an outpatient clinic provides 1.25 PAs.
This post will participate in 1:12 weekday and weekend on-call rota. The department is working towards achieving the 14-hour standard and Consultants will be expected to cover paediatric assessment unit and A&E and be resident onsite till 9 PM during weekday on-calls and 6 PM for weekends.
The Paediatric Department consists of a Children’s Ward (24 beds), Pluto day unit (6 beds) and Paediatric outpatient clinic. The department also provides Level 1 POSCU services at this site. The Level 2 Neonatal Unit has 30 cots, 4 of which are equipped for intensive care, 6 High Dependency and a 4-bed transitional care ward.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Sep 2025
Responsibilities
* Provide General Paediatrics care with a special interest in Child Safeguarding.
* Contribute to CMPE supervision and other Safeguarding work.
* Participate in ward duties, Ward & ED on-call duties, outpatient clinics, and out-of-hours cover as outlined in the job plan.
* Work to the 14-hour standard, covering Paediatric Assessment Unit and A&E; be onsite till 9 PM on weekdays and 6 PM on weekends as required.
* Engage with the Paediatric Department facilities (Children’s Ward, Pluto day unit, outpatient clinic; POSCU services; Level 2 Neonatal Unit).
Qualifications and Experience
* Consultant-level clinician in General Paediatrics with a special interest in Child Safeguarding.
* Experience with paediatric ward duties, on-call rotas, ED cover, and outpatient clinics.
* Commitment to teaching, supervision, and safeguarding responsibilities as part of CMPE.
Notes: This description reflects the site’s current clinical and operational arrangements and may be subject to change as part of service planning.
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