Clinical fellow in paediatric orthopaedics and trauma (st4-st6)

Main area Trauma and Orthopaedics Grade Registrar ST4-6 Contract 6 months (Fixed Term) Hours Full time - 40 hours per week (1 in 11 on call rota) Job ref 425-26-8001073-JS

Employer Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sheffield Children's Hospital Town Sheffield Salary £54,499 - £76,582 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing Today at 23:59 Interview date 19/06/2026

Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedics and Trauma (ST4-ST6)

Job overview

Fixed Term | Full Time | 6 Months | Proposed interview date Friday the 19th June 2026

Applications are invited for a replacement post within the South Yorkshire training rotation at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a fixed-term training opportunity commencing on 7/10/26 and concluding on 6/4/27 (inclusive).

If additional 6‑month posts become available, suitable applicants may be considered for these opportunities.

This post offers the chance to gain valuable experience within a specialist paediatric setting as part of a supportive training rotation.

Main duties of the job

Educational experience is available at registrar level (ST4–6) in general paediatric orthopaedics and trauma. Training covers a broad range of paediatric orthopaedic conditions, excluding malignant bone tumours. The department has particular expertise in flexible nailing, DDH ultrasound screening, Ponseti management of clubfoot, neuromuscular conditions supported by gait analysis, and growing rods in osteogenesis imperfecta. There is also a specialised adolescent knee service.

Trainees gain experience in deformity planning and correction, limb lengthening techniques (including circular and monolateral frames, intramedullary lengthening nails, and internal fixation), and both acute and long‑term management of complex fractures. The post offers hands‑on operative experience in trauma and elective cases. Sheffield Children’s Hospital is a designated Major Trauma Centre, and weekly Friday MDT governance meetings provide excellent teaching and learning opportunities.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Informal visits can be organised only after shortlisting.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s 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, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person specification

Qualifications and Training

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
• GMC registration.
• Completed basic surgical training in posts approved by a Surgical Royal College or an approved overseas equivalent.

Experience

• Validated logbook or appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience.
• Competence in pre‑operative and post‑operative management of orthopaedic patients.
• Evidence of surgical training in paediatric orthopaedics during a recognised training programme and/or through additional subspecialty training or fellowships.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues.
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes.
• Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement.
• Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects.
• Evidence of IT, including use of clinical systems, Microsoft Office applications and electronic patient records.
• Interest in contributing to ongoing departmental research or service evaluation.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates a commitment to child‑centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Contact: James Fernandes, Consultant and fellowship co‑ordinator, email kayleigh.burt1@nhs.net, telephone 0114 2717000. Further details/informal visits only available after being shortlisted.