# Senior Fellow Paediatric Emergency Medicine > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-fellow-paediatric-emergency-medicine/2d2c2b2b-821c-4236-900a-3a44a461ea41 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-fellow-paediatric-emergency-medicine/2d2c2b2b-821c-4236-900a-3a44a461ea41.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Southampton - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Speciality:** Paediatrics - **Grade:** Senior - **Salary:** £67,325 - £76,582 per annum, based on experience - **Contract type:** 12 months (Fixed Term) - **Employment type:** Full time - 40 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-18T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-04T14:14:08.281Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Hampshire/Southampton/University_Hospital_Southampton_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Paediatric_Emergency_Medicine/Paediatric_Emergency_Medicine-v8059796 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8059796?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhs.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Senior Fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Fixed term Duration: 12 Months Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. ### Main duties of the job We are seeking enthusiastic doctors to join our dedicated team in the Children’s Emergency Department (CED). In this role, you will provide high-quality clinical care to acutely unwell and injured children as part of the full-shift resident doctor rota (days, mids, twilights, and nights). This post starts in September 2026. Your responsibilities will include: - Clerking new patients and reviewing those in the Paediatric Short Stay Unit - Participating in ward rounds and clinical meetings - Supporting the team in managing critically ill children in resuscitation when require You will also have full access to the rich and varied teaching programme in Children’s ED and the Children’s Hospital. You will be allocated an educational supervisor for your time with us. You will have fellowship time within a discussed area of interest. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities You will deliver clinical time in CED developing your skills in Paediatric Emergency Medicine within our dedicated CED middle grade rota with dedicated time to develop skills in an area of interest of your choosing. This role is ideal for someone who has completed basic paediatric or EM training and is keen to develop further skills in Paediatric Emergency Medicine. You’ll manage children within the footprint in any of these clinical areas with support where required. Where relevant to training, doctors will be supported in mapping their experience to the PEM, Emergency Medicine and Paediatric curricula. You’ll contribute towards our extensive education programme. As well as teaching and learning opportunities you will also be able to actively participate in ongoing Research as part of our ongoing commitment to PERUKI and PEM research. You will be able to actively participate in quality improvement initiatives with a focus on your preferred area of interest and with support in building your skills, knowledge and leadership abilities. Depending on your chosen are of interest your fellowship roles and responsibilities may include: Paediatric Trauma, Quality Improvement, Simulation, Education, Wellbeing For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION    Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists).  Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; - Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training - Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) - A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee Proposed interview date: TBC This vacancy closes on or before 18th June 2026 ## Job Details University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Senior Fellow in Paediatric Emergency Medicine Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Fixed term Duration: 12 Months Purpose for Fixed Term: Training Contract This post is appointed on a fixed-term basis for the primary purpose of providing structured training and supervised clinical development. While the postholder will contribute to service delivery, the overarching purpose of the post is to provide defined educational opportunities, supervised clinical practice, and experience aligned to the relevant specialty training curriculum. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. ## Job Description We are seeking enthusiastic doctors to join our dedicated team in the Children’s Emergency Department (CED). In this role, you will provide high-quality clinical care to acutely unwell and injured children as part of the full-shift resident doctor rota (days, mids, twilights, and nights). This post starts in September 2026. Your responsibilities will include: Clerking new patients and reviewing those in the Paediatric Short Stay Unit Participating in ward rounds and clinical meetings Supporting the team in managing critically ill children in resuscitation when require You will also have full access to the rich and varied teaching programme in Children’s ED and the Children’s Hospital. You will be allocated an educational supervisor for your time with us. You will have fellowship time within a discussed area of interest. ## Responsibilities You will deliver clinical time in CED developing your skills in Paediatric Emergency Medicine within our dedicated CED middle grade rota with dedicated time to develop skills in an area of interest of your choosing. This role is ideal for someone who has completed basic paediatric or EM training and is keen to develop further skills in Paediatric Emergency Medicine. You’ll manage children within the footprint in any of these clinical areas with support where required. Where relevant to training, doctors will be supported in mapping their experience to the PEM, Emergency Medicine and Paediatric curricula. You’ll contribute towards our extensive education programme. As well as teaching and learning opportunities you will also be able to actively participate in ongoing Research as part of our ongoing commitment to PERUKI and PEM research. You will be able to actively participate in quality improvement initiatives with a focus on your preferred area of interest and with support in building your skills, knowledge and leadership abilities. Depending on your chosen are of interest your fellowship roles and responsibilities may include: Paediatric Trauma, Quality Improvement, Simulation, Education, Wellbeing For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for. It outlines the essential criteria for the role and is designed to support you in preparing your application by helping you evaluate how your skills, experience, and professional background align with the requirements of the role. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training grade doctors, and there will be a named educational supervisor assigned at the start of the post. The opportunity for Continued Professional Development (CPD) is highly supported and encouraged by the Trust, with options available to take study leave. Grades for Trust appointed (non-training) fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration (as applicable) for hours set out in the doctors work schedule (e.g. additional hours, weekend allowance, and any hours which attract enhanced pay) Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5; Have a minimum of 6 years of Specialty training Hold relevant higher specialty exam (e.g FRCP, FRCA, FRCS) A portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression (in line with the Curriculum for the speciality similar to deanery trainee Proposed interview date: TBC This vacancy closes on or before 18th June 2026 ## Person Specification ### Training **Essential** - Provide an example when you have applied sound clinical judgement to a problem, demonstrating an appropriate knowledge base. **Desirable** - Advise whether you hold provider status in APLS (or an equivalent qualification), including dates where applicable. ### Team Work **Essential** - Provide an example of when you’ve work effectively within multi‑professional teams, including your understanding of equality and diversity and how this impacts patients, visitors, and staff. **Desirable** - Provide an example of when you have demonstrated an enthusiasm and commitment to your role and wider service ### Experience **Essential** - Describe your experience of working in the NHS for at least 12 months, including the organisation(s), role(s), and key responsibilities. **Desirable** - Provide an example of when you’ve been involved in a quality improvement project, advise how it improved patient care, and where the work was presented (local, regional, national, or international). ### Speciality **Essential** - Provide details of any CT3+ training (or equivalent) in Paediatrics or Emergency Medicine, including where and when this experience was gained. **Desirable** - Provide details of any postgraduate qualifications in medical education, quality improvement, or related fields. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Advise whether you hold MPCPCH and/or MRCEM and provide the date(s) these qualifications were achieved. **Desirable** - Advise details of any ETC or equivalent course completed, including the date(s) of completion. ### Teaching & Research **Essential** - Provide an example of when you have participated in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and include details of any relevant teaching qualifications (e.g. Teach the Teacher) **Desirable** - Provide an example of when you’ve been involved in a formal research project, including the project title, date, and key conclusions ### Organisational Skills **Essential** - Provide an example when you’ve demonstrated good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines **Desirable** - Provide an example when you’ve needed to be flexible and adapt to change and explain how you managed this. ### Working Under Pressure **Essential** - Provide an example of when you have demonstrated the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly **Desirable** - Provide an example when you have effectively coped with pressure in the workplace. ## Documents - [led charter (pdf, 53.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10349965) - [medical jd & ps (pdf, 332.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10349964) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.