Paediatric Consultant (Neurodisability/Neurology & Child Development)
This post is offered on a full-time (10 PA) basis, although less than full-time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily at Dewsbury and District Hospital (DDH), although medical staff are also involved in delivering care to patients in Wakefield, at Pinderfields General Hospital (PGH). We would welcome colleagues with a sub-specialty interest in Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development. There would also be the opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake or develop a specific role or responsibility in line with the candidate's experience and requirements of the service. Main Duties of the Job
The main duties of the post will include: General Paediatric, Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development Clinics (additional admin time provided for Neurodisability/Child Development Clinics) Participation in the Department Safeguarding Rota (involves providing a safeguarding clinic, seeing up to 2 referrals from social care approximately once a month) Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at PGH on site 08:30-16:30 hrs Monday-Friday, shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 7 basis. There are 2 consultants covering at any one time: one taking GP referrals and covering the Children’s Assessment Unit and a second covering the inpatient Paediatric Ward and HDU. Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at DDH on site 10:00-18:00 hrs then non-resident 18:00-22:00 Monday-Thursday (with day off on the Friday), shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 13 basis. Same COW shift (10:00-22:00) worked on a Friday on 1 in 12 basis before 19:00-08:30 weekend shifts. There is a team of 3 Paediatric doctors made up of: one consultant, one FY2/ST1-3 trainee and one ST4-8 trainee who cover the Children’s Assessment Unit which is open 10:00-22:00. Both trainees are on site 10:00-22:00. About Us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join our team to make a difference every day. Application Guidance
We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It's important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Job Responsibilities
This post is offered on a full-time (10 PA) basis, although less than full-time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily at Dewsbury and District Hospital (DDH), although medical staff are also involved in delivering care to patients in Wakefield, at Pinderfields General Hospital (PGH). We would welcome colleagues with a sub-specialty interest in Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development. There would also be the opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake or develop a specific role or responsibility in line with the candidate's experience and requirements of the service. The main duties of the post will include: General Paediatric, Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development Clinics (additional admin time provided for Neurodisability/Child Development Clinics) Participation in the Department Safeguarding Rota (involves providing a safeguarding clinic, seeing up to 2 referrals from social care approximately once a month) Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at PGH on site 08:30-16:30 hrs Monday-Friday, shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 7 basis. There are 2 consultants covering at any one time: one taking GP referrals and covering the Children’s Assessment Unit and a second covering the inpatient Paediatric Ward and HDU. Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at DDH on site 10:00-18:00 hrs then non-resident 18:00-22:00 Monday-Thursday (with day off on the Friday), shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 13 basis. Same COW shift (10:00-22:00) worked on a Friday on 1 in 12 basis before 19:00-08:30 weekend shifts. There is a team of 3 Paediatric doctors made up of: one consultant, one FY2/ST1-3 trainee and one ST4-8 trainee who cover the Children’s Assessment Unit which is open 10:00-22:00. Both trainees are on site 10:00-22:00. Person Specification
Experience
Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training. Note: For subspecialty posts or posts with more than forty percent subspecialty work, applicant must fulfil the required criteria from that subspecialty. The relevant CSAC can advise here. Valid BLS Training Experience working in NHS Wider experience, research, and training, in providing subspecialty service (if applicable). Valid APLS and NLS (this may be mandatory for some posts). Other
Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post, including on-call commitments and travel requirements Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status Personal
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their relatives, colleagues, managers, other agencies, and staff at all levels Energy and enthusiasm Ability to work under pressure Flexible approach Caring attitude to patients, carers, and colleagues Qualifications
Please state full GMC number. MRCPCH by examination or equivalent. Full GMC registration. On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview. Note: CESR applicants must be on the Specialist Register at the point of application PhD in Paediatrics Note: In some countries the MD is the primary medical qualification, not a postgraduate qualification Management
Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS Understanding of management issues including medical management, clinical governance, service planning, and quality improvement Evidence of leadership attributes and experience Evidence of motivational skills Evidence of participation in clinical audit/QI project, understanding the role of these in improving the medical practice Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence, so as to improve clinical outcomes Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff Training the Trainers certification 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. Head of Clinical Service for Children's Services
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This post is offered on a full-time (10 PA) basis, although less than full-time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily at Dewsbury and District Hospital (DDH), although medical staff are also involved in delivering care to patients in Wakefield, at Pinderfields General Hospital (PGH). We would welcome colleagues with a sub-specialty interest in Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development. There would also be the opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake or develop a specific role or responsibility in line with the candidate's experience and requirements of the service. Main Duties of the Job
The main duties of the post will include: General Paediatric, Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development Clinics (additional admin time provided for Neurodisability/Child Development Clinics) Participation in the Department Safeguarding Rota (involves providing a safeguarding clinic, seeing up to 2 referrals from social care approximately once a month) Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at PGH on site 08:30-16:30 hrs Monday-Friday, shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 7 basis. There are 2 consultants covering at any one time: one taking GP referrals and covering the Children’s Assessment Unit and a second covering the inpatient Paediatric Ward and HDU. Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at DDH on site 10:00-18:00 hrs then non-resident 18:00-22:00 Monday-Thursday (with day off on the Friday), shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 13 basis. Same COW shift (10:00-22:00) worked on a Friday on 1 in 12 basis before 19:00-08:30 weekend shifts. There is a team of 3 Paediatric doctors made up of: one consultant, one FY2/ST1-3 trainee and one ST4-8 trainee who cover the Children’s Assessment Unit which is open 10:00-22:00. Both trainees are on site 10:00-22:00. About Us
We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join our team to make a difference every day. Application Guidance
We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. It's important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Job Responsibilities
This post is offered on a full-time (10 PA) basis, although less than full-time applications will be considered. Duties will be based primarily at Dewsbury and District Hospital (DDH), although medical staff are also involved in delivering care to patients in Wakefield, at Pinderfields General Hospital (PGH). We would welcome colleagues with a sub-specialty interest in Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development. There would also be the opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake or develop a specific role or responsibility in line with the candidate's experience and requirements of the service. The main duties of the post will include: General Paediatric, Neurodisability/Neurology and Child Development Clinics (additional admin time provided for Neurodisability/Child Development Clinics) Participation in the Department Safeguarding Rota (involves providing a safeguarding clinic, seeing up to 2 referrals from social care approximately once a month) Administrative duties, for which appropriate office space and secretarial support is provided Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at PGH on site 08:30-16:30 hrs Monday-Friday, shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 7 basis. There are 2 consultants covering at any one time: one taking GP referrals and covering the Children’s Assessment Unit and a second covering the inpatient Paediatric Ward and HDU. Consultant of the week (COW)
cover for acute Paediatrics at DDH on site 10:00-18:00 hrs then non-resident 18:00-22:00 Monday-Thursday (with day off on the Friday), shared with colleagues on an approximate 1 in 13 basis. Same COW shift (10:00-22:00) worked on a Friday on 1 in 12 basis before 19:00-08:30 weekend shifts. There is a team of 3 Paediatric doctors made up of: one consultant, one FY2/ST1-3 trainee and one ST4-8 trainee who cover the Children’s Assessment Unit which is open 10:00-22:00. Both trainees are on site 10:00-22:00. Person Specification
Experience
Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to the Highest Specialist Paediatric Training. Note: For subspecialty posts or posts with more than forty percent subspecialty work, applicant must fulfil the required criteria from that subspecialty. The relevant CSAC can advise here. Valid BLS Training Experience working in NHS Wider experience, research, and training, in providing subspecialty service (if applicable). Valid APLS and NLS (this may be mandatory for some posts). Other
Ability to fulfil all of the duties of the post, including on-call commitments and travel requirements Satisfactory Enhanced DBS and required immigration status Personal
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their relatives, colleagues, managers, other agencies, and staff at all levels Energy and enthusiasm Ability to work under pressure Flexible approach Caring attitude to patients, carers, and colleagues Qualifications
Please state full GMC number. MRCPCH by examination or equivalent. Full GMC registration. On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview. Note: CESR applicants must be on the Specialist Register at the point of application PhD in Paediatrics Note: In some countries the MD is the primary medical qualification, not a postgraduate qualification Management
Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS Understanding of management issues including medical management, clinical governance, service planning, and quality improvement Evidence of leadership attributes and experience Evidence of motivational skills Evidence of participation in clinical audit/QI project, understanding the role of these in improving the medical practice Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence, so as to improve clinical outcomes Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff Training the Trainers certification 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. Head of Clinical Service for Children's Services
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