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Senior Clinical Fellow in MIS in Paediatric Surgery


Location
Norwich, England
Salary
£67,325 per annum
Profession
Medical doctor
Grade
Senior
Deadline
26 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 12 months (full time)
Posted Date
19 Jun 2026
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Job overview

This a full time Fellow Post with interest in MIS in Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery for out of program training and service provision. The post holder will be able to gain advanced paediatric minimally invasive surgery experience during the year through structured program. Position is for up to 12 months with a possibility of extending for a further 12 months. This post is ideal for some one who is looking to complete FRCS Paed Surg exam or CESR application.

ST3-5 equivalent This post will also attract enhanced elements to cover out of hours work and weekends, these are subject to your specific Rota and subject to change. It involves 1 in 6 on call cover with Paediatric surgery.

Please note once a sufficient number of application shave been received this advert will close automatically

Main duties of the job

The post of Senior Clinical fellow in MIS in Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery will offer the post holder an exciting opportunity to develop their skills in minimally invasive aspects of Paediatric surgery with a focused training in minimally invasive surgery. The senior fellow will have the opportunity to learn intermediate and advanced skills in Paediatric GI laparoscopy and Paediatric diagnostic endoscopy. The senior fellow will participate in a 1:6 non-resident general pediatric, Paediatric Urology and neonatal surgical on-call rota. The post holder will work at middle grade tier alongside two National Specialty Trainees in Paediatric Surgery (ST3-6), Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Urology, and 2 Specialist Doctors.

For continued details please refer to the attached job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the Job Description for further information about the post, department and contact information.

Person specification

Attitude

Essential

  • Desire to learn
  • Trainable
  • Good team player
  • Flexible working
  • Sincerity and commitment to expected work

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

  • Appropriate level of clinical knowledge in Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery
  • Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice
  • Shows awareness of own limitations
  • Technical skills and knowledge suitable for training (advanced and Neonatal Surgery module curriculum level)

Desirable

  • Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice
  • Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty / medicine

Qualifications

Essential

  • Eligible for registration or hold registration with the GMC
  • MBBS (or equivalent)
  • MRCS /AFRCS or equivalent.
  • Completion of at least 3 years Higher Surgical Training (or equivalent) in Paediatric Surgery at time of interview)

Desirable

  • BSc (or other intercalated degree)
  • FRCS (Paeds) or FRCS (And Neonatal Surgery)
  • Other higher degrees / qualifications

CLINICAL SKILLS

Essential

  • Demonstrate clinical and operative skills at appropriate level
  • Understanding of clinical risk management
  • Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
  • Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical / scientific approach
  • Good manual dexterity and hand / eye co- ordination

PERSONAL SKILLS

Essential

  • COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS (the ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade, negotiate)
  • DECISIVENESS/ ACCOUNTABILITY (ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority)
  • INTERPERSONAL SKILLS (see patients as people, empathize, work co-operatively with others, open and non- defensive, sense of humor)
  • USES A NON- JUDGMENTAL APPROACH TO PATIENTS AND COLLEAGUES regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status
  • FLEXIBILITY (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances)
  • RESILIENCE (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, self- awareness)
  • THOROUGHNESS ( well prepared, shows self- discipline/commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines)
  • SHOWS INITIATIVE/ DRIVE/ENTHUSIASM (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative)
  • PROBITY (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality)

CAREER PROGRESSION

Essential

  • Candidate must demonstrate commitment to career Progression in the last 1 year of training consistent with personal circumstances

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • • Experience of working at multiple pediatric surgical centers in the last 5 years, at least 3 years as higher surgical trainee
  • • Previous exposure to minimally invasive surgery

Desirable

  • Experience of commitment to Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery
  • Experience of Paediatric Intensive Care / Neonatology
  • Other relevant experience
  • Experience in Paediatric Minimally Invasive surgery

ORGANISATION AND PLANNING

Essential

  • Ability to prioritize clinical need
  • Understanding of clinical governance
  • Ability to organize oneself and own work
  • Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • Information technology skills including library searches

Desirable

  • Understanding of NHS & resource constraints; management / financial awareness; experience of committee work
  • Active involvement in audit

TEACHING SKILLS / RESEARCH

Essential

  • • Understanding of the principles of research
  • • Evidence of teaching exprience

Desirable

  • • Exposure to different teaching groups / methods
  • • Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honors

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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow in MIS in Paediatric Surgery with Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Norwich, East of England, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Paediatric Surgery role. The advertised salary is £67,325 per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (full time). The application deadline is 26 Jun 2026.

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