Job overview
This a full time Senior Clinical Fellow Post in Paediatric Urology for out of programme training and service provision. The post holder will be able to gain advanced paediatric Urology experience during the two year period structured programme. Position is initially for 12 months extendable to another 12 months based on performance review. This post is ideal for some one who is looking to either give 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.
This is a full time post with additional on call commitments to general paediatric surgery rota. A candidate who is unable for personal reasons to undertake the duties of a whole-time post will receive due consideration. If such a candidate is appointed the job content will be modified as appropriate in consultation with consultant colleagues and local management.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. Additionally, people with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post. The Trust operates job share and flexible working.
Main duties of the job
The post of Clinical fellow in Paediatric Urology will offer the post holder an exciting opportunity to sub-specialise in paediatric urology whilst being able to participate in a 1:6 non-resident general paediatric surgical on-call to keep up their hard earned skills. The post holder will work at middle grade tier alongside two National Specialty Trainees in Paediatric Surgery (ST3-6), Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric GI and Thoracic Surgery, and 2 Specialist Doctors.
The post is suitable for applicants with previous experience in General Paediatric and Neonatal Surgery who wish to sub specialize in paediatric urology at a center which offers a good balance of adequate exposure/case load for sub-specialty training in paediatric urology and an enjoyable non-resident general paediatric surgical on call. The center provides outreach service to 4 DGH in the region and undertakes clinics and theatres sessions at these hospitals regularly. Post will be compliant with the current EWTD requirements. The post holder will be expected to attend to paediatric urology daytime commitments post nonresident on call to maximize training and will be accountable to the lead for paediatric urology at NNUH. For full information please see attached job description
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job Description for further information, including a detailed person specification and information about the Trust.
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 urology
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice
- Shows awareness of own limitations
- Technical skills and knowledge suitable for training (advanced urology module curriculum level)
Desirable
- Demonstrates use of evidence informed practice
- Demonstrates breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty / medicine
CLINICAL SKILLS
Essential
- Understanding of clinical risk management
- Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate
- Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical /scientific approach
- Demonstrate clinical and operative skills at appropriate level
- 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, empathise, work co-operatively with others, open and non- defensive, sense of humour)
- 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- aware)
- THOROUGHNESS (is 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)
QUALIFICIATIONS
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
- National Training Number with a CCT date
- BSc (or other intercalated degree)
- FRCS (Paeds) or FRCS (Urology)
- Other higher degrees / qualifications
TEACHING SKILLS
Essential
- Evidence of teaching experience
Desirable
- Exposure to different teaching groups / methods
CAREER PROGRESSION
Essential
- Candidate must demonstrate commitment to career Progression in the last 1 year of training consistent with personal circumstances
ACADEMIC / RESEARCH
Essential
- Understanding of the principles of research
Desirable
- Research experience, presentations, publications, prizes and honours
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Essential
- For NTN holders who are looking for subspeciality training in paediatric urology at a centre with some emergency paediatric surgical experience.
- No evidence of prolonged (> 3 months) independent practice
- Experience of working at multiple paediatric surgical centres in the last 5 years
- • Demonstration of some experience in paediatric urology during paediatric surgery training
- • Demonstration of commitment to Paediatric Urology as specialty
Desirable
- Experience of commitment to Paediatric Urology
- Experience of Paediatric Intensive Care / Neonatology
- Paediatric Surgery / General Surgery experience post BST
- Other relevant experience
ORGANISATION AND PLANNING
Essential
- Ability to prioritise clinical need
- Understanding of clinical governance
- Ability to organise oneself and own work
- Evidence of participation in audit
- 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
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This advert is for Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Urology 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 12 months (Fixed term: 12 months). The application deadline is 26 Jun 2026.
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