Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Locum Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine 10 PA (3 month fixed term contract) We're looking for an accomplished locum consultant to join our busy Paediatric Emergency Department at Sheffield Children's. With around 65,000 annual attendances, we are a regional major trauma centre renowned for high-quality care, training, and consistent achievement of quality indicators. You will work 10 PA (including weekdays, weekend shifts, and on-call), with a flexible self-rostered consultant rota. This post offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with appropriate training in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, from either a Paediatric or Emergency Medicine background. Requirements : Have (or be within 6 months of receiving) CCT in Emergency Medicine or Paediatrics with sub-specialty accreditation in Paediatric Emergency Medicine at appointment. Equivalent clinical experience will also be considered. Commitment to contributing to 8am-midnight shop floor cover, 365 days a year. If you are passionate about paediatric emergency care and want to be part of a dynamic, high-achieving team, we welcome your application. Main duties of the job
Your responsibilities will include: Clinical: Provide high-quality examination, diagnosis, and treatment of patients in the Emergency Department. Supervise and support colleagues during clinical hours and on-call shifts. Lead the trauma team, ensuring presence within 30 minutes of a trauma call if on call and off site. Provide emergency on-call services, ensuring availability within 30 minutes. Ensure the smooth operation of the department and contribute to its efficient functioning. Communicate with child protection services and help safeguard children. Collaborate with Trust management to optimise ED and Acute Assessment Unit resources, ensuring high-quality care and meeting Trust targets. Contribute to audit, research, and governance, including responding to incidents and complaints. About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise. As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health. Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond. 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 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. Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
MBBS or equivalent Full GMC Registration Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in paediatric emergency medicine (through a paediatric or emergency medicine training pathway) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT APLS / EPLS provider Trauma course provider - ATLS, ETC, CAT or equivalent Safeguarding level 3 APLS / EPLS (or equivalent) instructor CCT in Paediatric Emergency Medicine sub-specialty Knowledge/Previous Experience
Appropriate training and experience in paediatric emergency medicine Previous Training Management/Audit
Clear involvement in audit, Quality improvement and Governance projects Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants Quality improvement project involvement Academic Achievements Research/Publications
Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects Shown evidence of participation in relevant specialist research Skills
Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff Ability to teach Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines Good team management and able to prioritise well Instructor on APLS / ATLS / GIC or equivalent Demonstrates Trust Values
Compassion, accountability, respect, excellence 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. Contract
Fixed term Duration
3 months Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time Reference number
425-25-6923846 Job locations
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
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