Job requirements
Essential
30 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Research
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Research
Evidence of involvement in research
- Research
Evidence of peer review research papers
- Experience
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general paediatrics, and safeguarding
- Experience
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
- Management & Leadership
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Management & Leadership
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Management & Leadership
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Management & Leadership
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Management & Leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Management & Leadership
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management & Leadership
Evidence of leadership or management roles undertaken
- Qualifications & Training
Full and specialist registration in the General Medical Council (GMC) or
- Qualifications & Training
Eligible for specialist registration within 12 months of interview
- Qualifications & Training
APLS Certified
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge and experience of general paediatrics, and safeguarding children and young people
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Skills in acute paediatric assessment and management, and delivery of outpatient general paediatric care
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Excellent time management skills
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Positive approach to evidence- based practice
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Willingness to undertake quality improvement projects
- Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Ability and willingness to develop and write guidelines
- Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
- Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
- Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to be a flexible team member
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Research
Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
- Experience
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy
- Management & Leadership
Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management & Leadership
Management experience
- Qualifications & Training
Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
- Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Broad range of IT skills
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for x4 full time (10 PAs) substantive Consultant General Paediatricians at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust! We are seeking enthusiastic, passionate and dynamic individuals who will enhance our established team of Consultant Paediatricians and contribute to the new SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) Unit. You will take part in the general workload of the General Paeds department; and play a vital role in the delivery of healthcare for Children and Young People across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We are looking for colleagues who are driven, but also adaptable, to join our team. Being a great and flexible team-player is essential. Expertise in an area of special interest to complement those already available in the Department is desirable.
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children is the only dedicated children's hospital in the South West and the region's Paediatric Major Trauma Centre. As part of Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, you will join a highly regarded organisation committed to clinical excellence, innovation, research, and education.
Bristol offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a vibrant city atmosphere with easy access to the countryside, coast, and South Wales.
Applicants should hold a CCT (or equivalent) in General Paediatrics, be within 12 months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview, and be on the GMC Specialist Register. Up-to-date APLS or equivalent is essential.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be an integral part of the General Paediatric service, contributing to the second on call rota. The successful candidate will contribute to SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) both at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and at Weston General Hospital; including providing General Paediatric Medical cover at Weston at weekends.
General Paediatrics provide rapid access clinics and routine general paediatric clinics and the postholder will be expected to deliver these in a variety of locations across the city to allow patients to access healthcare closer to home.
The successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the hospital paediatric overnight on-call rota, covering General Paediatrics, Medical HDU and speciality patients.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person speciation for further details of this post.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
- Dr Sharon Lim Kong, General Paediatrics Clinical co-Lead Sharon.limkong@uhbw.nhs.uk
- Dr Ann Eggers, General Paediatrics Clinical co-Lead Ann.Eggers@uhbw.nhs.uk
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Consultant in General Paediatrics and Ambulatory Care with University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust in Weston-super-mare, England. It is listed as a Consultant Medical doctor Paediatrics role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 pa pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Nov 2026.
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