Clinical Fellow (ST6-ST7) in Paediatrics

Job summary

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is pleased to offer a Clinical Fellowship in Paediatrics aimed at doctors working at ST6ST7 level (or equivalent) who wish to further develop their clinical and professional skills outside of a formal training programme. This 12-month post combines hands-on clinical experience with opportunities for personal and professional development, including exposure to subspecialty areas, education, leadership and quality improvement initiatives. The role will be based primarily at Pinderfields Hospital (Wakefield) and Dewsbury Hospital, although all medical staff contribute to care across the Trusts sites. Less than full time applications will be considered. This post is not part of a recognised UK training programme; however, fellows will receive structured support, supervision and access to a range of educational opportunities during their time in post.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work at a senior registrar level, contributing to the delivery of acute paediatric and neonatal services across the Trust, including inpatient wards, assessment units and neonatal services. Responsibilities include: Assessment and management of acutely unwell infants, children and young people Working as part of the middle grade team to support acute service delivery Supporting and supervising junior medical staff with appropriate senior support Contributing to clinical decision-making and escalation within the multidisciplinary team Supporting patient flow and effective service delivery The role offers opportunities to develop increasing clinical responsibility within a supported environment, with consultant input readily available. The post holder will participate fully in the middle-grade rota, which includes: Weekday long days and twilight shifts Night shifts (paediatrics and neonates) Weekend working on a full shift rota The Trust operates a preference-based rostering system, allowing fellows to indicate their shift preferences where possible. Service provision remains an essential component of the role; however, opportunities will be available to support the fellows ongoing clinical and professional development.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers,home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Details

• Date posted: 02 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Salary: £67,325 to £76,582 a year
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 001342
• Job locations: Trustwide, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4DG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

About the role

The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early should a significant number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is pleased to offer a Clinical Fellowship in Paediatrics aimed at doctors working at ST6–ST7 level (or equivalent) who wish to further develop their clinical and professional skills outside of a formal training programme.

This 12-month post combines hands-on clinical experience with opportunities for personal and professional development, including exposure to subspecialty areas, education, leadership and quality improvement initiatives.

The role will be based primarily at Pinderfields Hospital (Wakefield) and Dewsbury Hospital, although all medical staff contribute to care across the Trust’s sites. Less than full time applications will be considered.

This post is not part of a recognised UK training programme; however, fellows will receive structured support, supervision and access to a range of educational opportunities during their time in post.

An Introduction to the Division/Specialty from the Head of Clinical Service

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Children’s department has an opportunity to welcome one dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individual to the team. This acute paediatric and neonatal post will allow the candidate to pursue entry on to the Specialist Register whilst in post with the support of the Trust – if the candidates wish to pursue this course.

As with all paediatric posts this is a trust-wide appointment. The post-holders will share all aspects of acute paediatrics with the existing team. The candidates should have relevant experience in clinical management of children and neonates, including acute resuscitation, acute management, management of patients with chronic conditions and longer term follow up to work as part of the middle grade rota.

Main duties

The post holder will work at a senior registrar level, contributing to the delivery of acute paediatric and neonatal services across the Trust, including inpatient wards, assessment units and neonatal services.

Responsibilities include: • Assessment and management of acutely unwell infants, children and young people • Working as part of the middle grade team to support acute service delivery • Supporting and supervising junior medical staff with appropriate senior support • Contributing to clinical decision-making and escalation within the multidisciplinary team • Supporting patient flow and effective service delivery

The role offers opportunities to develop increasing clinical responsibility within a supported environment, with consultant input readily available.

The post holder will participate fully in the middle-grade rota, which includes:

• Weekday long days and twilight shifts • Night shifts (paediatrics and neonates) • Weekend working on a full shift rota

The Trust operates a preference-based rostering system, allowing fellows to indicate their shift preferences where possible.

Service provision remains an essential component of the role; however, opportunities will be available to support the fellow’s ongoing clinical and professional development.

Please see the attached full job description for an example weekly timetable.

Essential person specification requirements

To meet the requirements of this role, applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria:

Full GMC Registration with licence to practise

Medical Degree from recognised medical school

Up to date EPLS/ APLS/ NLS or equivalent resuscitation qualification

Completed at least five years full time equivalent hospital service since first obtaining full or limited registration, including a minimum 3 year experience in Paediatrics/Neonates.

Safeguarding Experience

Eligibility to work in the UK

Demonstrates intelligent and analytical approach to problem solving.

Good time management.

Possesses good communication skills.

Ability to work as a team with medical and nursing colleagues

Flexibility.

Willingness to provide and learn all aspects of hospitals internal systems and processes and adhere to local policies

Physically able to carry out the duties as specified in the job description and ability to evidence competencies Disclosure + Barring Service (DBS) Clearance

For the full Person Specification, including desirable criteria for the role, please refer to the attached document within the job description.

Contact information

Dr Jenna Saunders, Specialty Education Lead, 01924 542507 - jenna.saunders2@nhs.net

Be part of MY team

We are an acute trust caring for over one 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 the MY team to make a difference every day.

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Our benefits

• Access to the NHS pension plan
• Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing with 5 and 10 years of service
• Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services
• Extensive benefits and support, including:
• Onsite nurseries and childcare salary sacrifice scheme
• Home electronics scheme
• Cycle to work scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Car lease salary sacrifice scheme - subject to eligibility criteria
• Working carers support and advice, carers network and carers passport
• Flexible working options and family and carer-friendly policies
• Established staff networks, including LGBTQ+ and Race Equality
• Career progression, training and support

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