Rare Opportunity — Locum Consultant In Paediatric Neurology

A Specialist Children’s Hospital in Scotland is looking to replace the current locum with a candidate on the Specialist register.

CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Paediatric Neurology) will be ideal, but doctors with Paediatric CCT will be accepted too.

This is a unique chance to shape paediatric neurology services while working in a supportive, cutting-edge environment.

This is an ongoing, full-time locum assignment, Mon–Fri, start asap

• Candidate will be required to participate in General Paediatric On call rota, 1:5 OOH telephone oncall for North of Scotland Child and Adolescent Neurology Network / NeSCANN
• 50% on-call rate between 00:00-0800 – reverts to 100% if “called-in”

The hospital is looking to replace the current locum with a candidate on the Specialist register, CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Paediatric Neurology) will be ideal but doctors with Paediatric CCT will be accepted too

Paediatric Neurology Services including:

Conditions Treated:

• Epilepsy & seizures
• Headaches & migraines
• Neuromuscular disorders (e.g., muscular dystrophy)
• Neurodevelopmental conditions (e.g., cerebral palsy)
• Genetic & metabolic neurological disorders
• Brain injury & neurorehabilitation

Clinics & Services

• General paediatric neurology clinics
• Specialist epilepsy clinics
• Neuromuscular clinics (in collaboration with national services)
• EEG (electroencephalogram) testing
• Access to MRI/CT scans (on-site at Foresterhill

Referrals:

• Usually via GP or other paediatric specialists
• Urgent cases may be admitted through A&E (if needed)

Team:

• Consultant paediatric neurologists
• Specialist nurses (e.g., epilepsy nurses)
• Allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists)

💡 Why This Role Is Unmissable:
✔ Pioneering Clinical Work – Lead specialised clinics (epilepsy, neuromuscular, neurodevelopmental) with autonomy & innovation
✔ Academic Influence – Contribute to research, teaching & guideline development
✔ Work-Life Balance – Structured PAs & job plan tailored to the candidates expertise
✔ Team Impact – Mentor trainees & collaborate with a multidisciplinary neuro team (neurosurgeons, therapists, neurophysiology)

🔍 We Need Your Rare Expertise:
✔ CCST/CCT in Paediatrics (Paediatric Neurology) will be ideal but doctors with Paediatric CCT will be accepted too
✔ Subspecialty interest (e.g., epilepsy, movement disorders, neurogenetics)
✔ Passion for complex cases
✔ Leadership mindset – Help shape the future of paediatric neurology services

🌍 Location Perks:

• Specialist Children’s Hospital – State-of-the-art facilities & family-friendly ethos
• Vibrant city location – Excellent schools, culture & outdoor living
• Easy travel links – International airport <30 mins away with daily flights between most European destinations and UK domestic airports

💰 Tailored Package:
• Highly competitive hourly rate (negotiable based on subspecialty expertise, up to £130ph PAYE)
• Relocation support – Accommodation & settling-in assistance
• Flexible terms – Let’s design a package that works for you

📩 This Role Won’t Stay Open Long – Act Fast!

P.S. Know a fellow paediatric neurology specialist? Tag them below for a referral bonus! 👇