We are looking for an accomplished, dedicated person to join our Community Paediatric and Neurodisability team as a part-time locum. You will cover 7.2 PAs per week, initially offered for a 6-month period, with potential for extension based on mutual agreement.
You will have relevant training and experience in Community Paediatrics and/or Paediatric Neurodisability. You will provide out-patient assessments and ongoing care to children and young people, addressing concerns such as developmental delays, neurodevelopmental conditions, challenging behaviour, learning difficulties, growth issues, enuresis, constipation, emotional well-being, and other vulnerabilities.
You will work with a collaborative team, providing high-quality care and support for children, young people, and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment, and if you're keen to make a difference to the lives of our children and young people, we'd love to hear from you!
The Community Paediatric department includes 8 Consultants, 5 Specialty Doctors, and Community Paediatric Trainees (core & grid), providing a range of services for children and young people.
The Neurodisability team consists of 5 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Doctor, neurodisability trainees (core & grid) and other specialists, delivering general and specialist neurodisability services.
You will be based at either Centenary House or Ryegate Children’s Centre, with clinics at additional locations like Northern General Hospital and Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
You will manage children and young people with developmental difficulties, disabilities, and complex vulnerabilities such as ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, and continence issues like enuresis and constipation. You will have ongoing responsibility for patient care and department operations.
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear:
to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children’s Health
We work successfully 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.
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. 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.
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You will have relevant training and experience in Community Paediatrics and/or Paediatric Neurodisability. You will provide out-patient assessments and ongoing care to children and young people, addressing concerns such as developmental delays, neurodevelopmental conditions, challenging behaviour, learning difficulties, growth issues, enuresis, constipation, emotional well-being, and other vulnerabilities.
You will work with a collaborative team, providing high-quality care and support for children, young people, and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment, and if you're keen to make a difference to the lives of our children and young people, we'd love to hear from you!
The Community Paediatric department includes 8 Consultants, 5 Specialty Doctors, and Community Paediatric Trainees (core & grid), providing a range of services for children and young people.
The Neurodisability team consists of 5 Consultants, 1 Associate Specialist, 1 Specialty Doctor, neurodisability trainees (core & grid) and other specialists, delivering general and specialist neurodisability services.
You will be based at either Centenary House or Ryegate Children’s Centre, with clinics at additional locations like Northern General Hospital and Sheffield Children’s Hospital.
You will manage children and young people with developmental difficulties, disabilities, and complex vulnerabilities such as ASD, ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, and continence issues like enuresis and constipation. You will have ongoing responsibility for patient care and department operations.
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear:
to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Outstanding Patient Care Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children’s Health
We work successfully 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.
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. 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.
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