Consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine

Job overview

2 x Substantive Posts (13.5 PAs Total)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy and dynamic Paediatric Emergency Department through two substantive Consultant posts.

About the Role

Applications are welcomed from candidates with appropriate training in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, whether from a Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine background. These are substantive Consultant posts based within the Paediatric Emergency Department at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. Job share arrangements will be considered.

The post holders will contribute to weekday and weekend working, including on call commitments, supporting consultant shop floor cover from 08:00 to midnight, 365 days a year. A self rostering consultant rota provides flexibility in working patterns.

About You

• Possess, or be within six months of receiving, a CCT in Emergency Medicine or Paediatrics with sub specialty accreditation in Paediatric Emergency Medicine at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrate equivalent clinical experience if not following the traditional CCT route.
• Show strong commitment to high quality paediatric emergency care and collaborative team working.

Interviews expected to be held on Friday 25th September 2026.

Main duties of the job

• Provide senior clinical leadership in the assessment, investigation, diagnosis, and treatment of children presenting to the Emergency Department.
• Supervise, support, and develop junior and middle-grade medical staff, including providing expert advice during on-call periods.
• Lead trauma team responses and participate in the consultant on-call rota to ensure timely emergency care delivery.
• Ensure the safe, effective, and efficient operation of the Emergency Department, including safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.
• Contribute to service improvement through multidisciplinary collaboration, audit, research, clinical governance, and quality improvement activities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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.

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.