Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Paediatric Neurodisability to join our Medical Team and to make a lasting difference to children with brain injury and neurodisability. You will gain unique experience in Paediatric Neurorehabilitation and management of Neurodisability. Previous experience in Paediatric Neurodisability although desirable is not essential as long as the candidate is willing to undertake further training in these niche subspecialties. The Childrens Trust is the UKs leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Providing residential accommodation for children with highly complex neurodisability, we are the largest centre commissioned by NHS England for Category A neurorehabilitation. You will have the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an environment that is focused on the highest clinical and quality standards and considered overall outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. You will work in a 24-acre site which is unusual in its beautiful historic nature, as it is unique in its state-of-the-art facilities including robotic technology and virtual reality. Staff benefits include, free shuttle bus, and more Read more below. Main duties of the job You will be a key member of the medical team which consists of Medical Director, Consultants in Paediatric Neurodisability, Senior Specialty Doctors in Paediatric Neurodisability (ST7-8 equivalent), Specialty Doctors (ST1-3 equivalent), Medical Business Manager, Medical Secretaries and Medical Admin. You will report to the Medical Director. Your role will be to support The Childrens Trust to be a leading centre for the care of children and young people with Brain Injuries and Complex Neurodisability. Working hours are 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday, with no obligatory Out of Hours cover. To succeed in this high profile and diverse role, you must demonstrate: Full professional GMC registration and licence to practice and an MBBS or equivalent. CCT in Paediatric Neurodisability, Community Paediatrics or General Paediatrics or be within 6 months of achieving this at the time of interview. MRCPCH or equivalent. You will be a natural and enthusiastic leader, able to support a high performing team. Strong clinical skills, combined with excellent child and family focussed interpersonal skills. A caring, supportive and can-do approach. About us About Us The Childrens Trust is the UKs leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £107,731 to £142,109 a year dependent on experience and inclusive of London weighting Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number B0474-25-0023 Job locations The Childrens Trust Tadworth Court Tadworth Surrey KT20 5RU Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Casework The timetable and job plan will be agreed with the Medical Director to comply with the requirements of the organisation. A formal job plan will be agreed between the post-holder and Medical Director 3 months after commencing the post and reviewed at least annually thereafter in conjunction with the appraisal process. You may be required to work across our service areas, either in The Childrens Trust School or in Children and Family Services (Neurorehabilitation, Step Down and Long-Term Care). Responsibilities will include: Supervising the admission of all new children and providing regular medical consultation. Overall supervision of the children, attending regular unit meetings, arranging investigations, writing or contributing to admission and discharge summaries. Direct clinical supervision of junior medical staff (Specialty Doctors and Specialist Trainee on rotation from either London or KSS Deanery). Leading weekly medical house/ward rounds. Supervising phlebotomy, tracheostomy and gastrostomy button changes, drug charts and reports. Attending specialist clinics neuropsychiatry, neurology, orthopaedic, audiology, ophthalmology, dental, spinal, orthopaedic and movement disorders/botulinum toxin injection clinics. Training will be provided with movement disorder assessments and ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections to those willing to seek further specialisms within the job role. Approving emergency protocols. You will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with the multidisciplinary teams. Support the emergency response team. Contribution to the pre-admission assessments and follow up advice. Contribute to The Childrens Trust research and training programmes. To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Medical team Support and participate at the fortnightly medical team meetings. Participate in arrangements as required by Medical Director, e.g. timely submission of annual leave requests, study leave. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, teaching sessions and journal clubs. Participate in service development, e.g. development of policies and protocols, digitalisation of services, e.g. medical notes, clinical audits and other quality improvement projects. Research, Audit & Clinical Governance To lead on the Medical Team audits and integrating them into Clinical Governance audit programme. To participate fully in the investigation of complaints, clinical incidents and near misses in line with The Childrens Trusts policy using IRAR (an online incident reporting system). To work within the operational policies and procedures and protocols relating to the Trust. To actively participate in annual appraisal, supervision and the job plan review process. To maintain clinical CPD activity and participate in the Revalidation process. To participate in clinical governance activities. Interest in research activity will be encouraged. Education and Training To provide guidance and support to immediate medical and multi-disciplinary team colleagues and the wider service where appropriate. To participate in orientation and induction for new medical staff as appropriate. Represent the medical team and participate in The Childrens Trust wide activity as appropriate. General Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust. Always maintain professional boundaries and professionalism. Health and Safety Adheres to all health and safety guidelines, including infection prevention and control. Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post. Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training. Promotes the health and safety of others. Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed. Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and others. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Casework The timetable and job plan will be agreed with the Medical Director to comply with the requirements of the organisation. A formal job plan will be agreed between the post-holder and Medical Director 3 months after commencing the post and reviewed at least annually thereafter in conjunction with the appraisal process. You may be required to work across our service areas, either in The Childrens Trust School or in Children and Family Services (Neurorehabilitation, Step Down and Long-Term Care). Responsibilities will include: Supervising the admission of all new children and providing regular medical consultation. Overall supervision of the children, attending regular unit meetings, arranging investigations, writing or contributing to admission and discharge summaries. Direct clinical supervision of junior medical staff (Specialty Doctors and Specialist Trainee on rotation from either London or KSS Deanery). Leading weekly medical house/ward rounds. Supervising phlebotomy, tracheostomy and gastrostomy button changes, drug charts and reports. Attending specialist clinics neuropsychiatry, neurology, orthopaedic, audiology, ophthalmology, dental, spinal, orthopaedic and movement disorders/botulinum toxin injection clinics. Training will be provided with movement disorder assessments and ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections to those willing to seek further specialisms within the job role. Approving emergency protocols. You will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with the multidisciplinary teams. Support the emergency response team. Contribution to the pre-admission assessments and follow up advice. Contribute to The Childrens Trust research and training programmes. To undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Medical team Support and participate at the fortnightly medical team meetings. Participate in arrangements as required by Medical Director, e.g. timely submission of annual leave requests, study leave. Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, teaching sessions and journal clubs. Participate in service development, e.g. development of policies and protocols, digitalisation of services, e.g. medical notes, clinical audits and other quality improvement projects. Research, Audit & Clinical Governance To lead on the Medical Team audits and integrating them into Clinical Governance audit programme. To participate fully in the investigation of complaints, clinical incidents and near misses in line with The Childrens Trusts policy using IRAR (an online incident reporting system). To work within the operational policies and procedures and protocols relating to the Trust. To actively participate in annual appraisal, supervision and the job plan review process. To maintain clinical CPD activity and participate in the Revalidation process. To participate in clinical governance activities. Interest in research activity will be encouraged. Education and Training To provide guidance and support to immediate medical and multi-disciplinary team colleagues and the wider service where appropriate. To participate in orientation and induction for new medical staff as appropriate. Represent the medical team and participate in The Childrens Trust wide activity as appropriate. General Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust. Always maintain professional boundaries and professionalism. Health and Safety Adheres to all health and safety guidelines, including infection prevention and control. Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post. Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training. Promotes the health and safety of others. Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed. Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience. Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and others. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS/Equivalent. MRCPCH/Equivalent. CCT in Paediatric Neurodisability, Community Paediatrics or General Paediatrics or within 6 months of CCT. GMC Registration. Licence to Practice. Personal Qualities Essential Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. Experience Essential Extensive experience in Paediatrics. Desirable Previous experience in Paediatric Neurodisability. Knowledge Essential Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & potential to contribute to quality improvement projects (QIP). Evidence of active participation in clinical audits & QIP. Desirable Management & leadership course/qualification. Management of budgets. Skills & Abilities Essential Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues. Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team. Ability to demonstrate clinical leadership with multidisciplinary teams. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS/Equivalent. MRCPCH/Equivalent. CCT in Paediatric Neurodisability, Community Paediatrics or General Paediatrics or within 6 months of CCT. GMC Registration. Licence to Practice. Personal Qualities Essential Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust. Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload. Highly motivated and reliable. Ability to cope working in a demanding environment. Commitment to maintaining personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of colleagues. Experience Essential Extensive experience in Paediatrics. Desirable Previous experience in Paediatric Neurodisability. Knowledge Essential Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & potential to contribute to quality improvement projects (QIP). Evidence of active participation in clinical audits & QIP. Desirable Management & leadership course/qualification. Management of budgets. Skills & Abilities Essential Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems. Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues. Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team. Ability to demonstrate clinical leadership with multidisciplinary teams. 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Children's Trust Address The Childrens Trust Tadworth Court Tadworth Surrey KT20 5RU Employer's website https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)