Job summary Junior Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics (Trust Grade SHO) x2 This post is for a Junior Clinical Fellow in General Paediatrics. The post is based at the Northampton These posts are ideal for those looking for experience in Paediatrics for the first time and you will have the opportunity to To develop robust General Paediatric skills To become proficient in the management of common acute paediatric conditions in addition to sick infants To develop independent decision making abilities by constant attention to evidence based practice and teaching from senior colleagues To understand the pathophysiological basis of paediatric disease To develop skills in follow-up management of paediatric patients Northampton General Hospital consistently scores highly in medical staff teaching and training. A significant number of our JCF trainees go on to gain places on run through training posts It is essential that the post-holder is on the GMC register at the start date of the employment. Please note that this a non-training post Main duties of the job The role involves shifts within normal hours (08.30- 5pm) and out of hours including night, weekends and bank holidays. The successful candidate will be expected to work on a full shift rota. This ensures 24hour cover for the neonatal unit and paediatric wards. About us Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 to £61,825 a year as per junior doctor contract enhancements for unsocial hours. Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 265-6978638 Job locations Northampton General Hospital Cliftonville Northampton NN1 5BD Job description Job responsibilities The rota is EWTD compliant. After 4pm, there are three ST 1-3 trainees, each covering neonatal, paediatric assessment and general paediatric areas. During the weekends there are two ST 1-3 trainees working on the long day shift. There will also be an additional trainee over the weekend to support postnatal ward and Paediatric admissions unit activities. Teaching Activities All our junior doctors have a named clinical/educational supervisor. There is a rolling programme of teaching with regular lunchtime teaching. There is a weekly clinical meeting (Friday afternoon), and X-ray meeting (Monday morning). Teaching is also available for postgraduate examinations, e.g. MRCP, DCH. The postgraduate medical centre has a well-stocked library, a computer terminal for Medline searches and CD databases. The computer terminals are also available within the Department. The trainee is expected to play a full part in the active department training programme for other doctors and also assist in the education of clinical students from Oxford and other medical schools. There is a regular teaching programme for ST trainees. This post will be for 6 months. During this period, it is anticipated that the post holder will work across the general paediatric, neonatal and post-natal wards. Job description Job responsibilities The rota is EWTD compliant. After 4pm, there are three ST 1-3 trainees, each covering neonatal, paediatric assessment and general paediatric areas. During the weekends there are two ST 1-3 trainees working on the long day shift. There will also be an additional trainee over the weekend to support postnatal ward and Paediatric admissions unit activities. Teaching Activities All our junior doctors have a named clinical/educational supervisor. There is a rolling programme of teaching with regular lunchtime teaching. There is a weekly clinical meeting (Friday afternoon), and X-ray meeting (Monday morning). Teaching is also available for postgraduate examinations, e.g. MRCP, DCH. The postgraduate medical centre has a well-stocked library, a computer terminal for Medline searches and CD databases. The computer terminals are also available within the Department. The trainee is expected to play a full part in the active department training programme for other doctors and also assist in the education of clinical students from Oxford and other medical schools. There is a regular teaching programme for ST trainees. This post will be for 6 months. During this period, it is anticipated that the post holder will work across the general paediatric, neonatal and post-natal wards. Person Specification Education & Qualifcations Essential Be eligible to work in the UK Full GMC registration at intended start date Minimum 6 months working in Paediatrics Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as assessed by the General Medical Council Desirable APLS Training MRCPCH NLS Training Other higher degrees relevant to paediatrics Skills & Abilities Essential Organisation and planning Good written and oral communication skills Problem solving and decision making Managing others and team involvement Coping with pressure and managing uncertainty Applicants must meet professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice) Training & Experience Essential Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs. Person Specification Education & Qualifcations Essential Be eligible to work in the UK Full GMC registration at intended start date Minimum 6 months working in Paediatrics Applicants must have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as assessed by the General Medical Council Desirable APLS Training MRCPCH NLS Training Other higher degrees relevant to paediatrics Skills & Abilities Essential Organisation and planning Good written and oral communication skills Problem solving and decision making Managing others and team involvement Coping with pressure and managing uncertainty Applicants must meet professional health requirements (in line with GMC standards / Good Medical Practice) Training & Experience Essential Is up to date and fit to practise safely and is aware of own training needs. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northampton General Hospital Address Northampton General Hospital Cliftonville Northampton NN1 5BD Employer's website https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)