Job summary This post is suitable for Paediatric Doctors with level 2/3 neonatal experience and eligibility to work in the UK. MRCPCH is highly desirable. The successful candidate will participate fully in the 7 person neonatal ST4-8 rota which is EWTD 2009 compliant (Band 1A). Opportunities for doing a part-time educational fellow post are also available for suitable candidates. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include: o Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work. o Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or Post-natal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors. o Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics. o Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students. o Taking an active part in the department's education programme. o Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post. Assistance in conjunction with consultants and specialist registrars with the teaching of undergraduate medical students. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The Trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £61,825 to £88,148 a year per annum plus London allowance Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 213-CAX-7007839 Job locations Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities This post is suitable for candidates with previous Paediatric and neonatal experience in level 2 and 3 neonatal unit interested in gaining advancing their paediatric training and in gaining further Neonatal experience. Please also see table below. UK NHS experience is desirable. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include: Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work. Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or Post-natal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors. Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics. Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students. Taking an active part in the departments education programme. Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post. Assistance in conjunction with consultants and specialist registrars with the teaching of undergraduate medical students. Job description Job responsibilities This post is suitable for candidates with previous Paediatric and neonatal experience in level 2 and 3 neonatal unit interested in gaining advancing their paediatric training and in gaining further Neonatal experience. Please also see table below. UK NHS experience is desirable. The post holder will be responsible for the day to day management of patients under the supervision of a consultant neonatologist. Clinical responsibilities will include: Neonatal Unit- ward rounds, discharge planning, acute admissions and neonatal work. Responsibility for either neonatal unit, or Post-natal ward and labour ward working with the other middle grade doctors. Regular attendance and active participation in neonatal outpatient clinics. Participation in overall supervision and education of junior doctors and medical students. Taking an active part in the departments education programme. Taking an active part in audit. An audit project is expected in this post. Assistance in conjunction with consultants and specialist registrars with the teaching of undergraduate medical students. Person Specification Qualifications and Registration Essential Registrable medical qualification Full registration with GMC/GDC with license to practice Desirable Higher qualification MRCPCH Teaching and Experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of neonatal and Paediatric care, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent. Evidence of ST3/4 competencies Desirable Worked in Level 2/3 neonatal unit in NHS, NLS provider Administration Essential Experience in day to day organisation of neonatal and Paediatric services in a busy Teaching Hospital Desirable Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes. Management and Leadership Essential Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams. Desirable Management course and / or qualification. Audit & quality improvement Essential Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement. Research Essential Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research Desirable Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Neonates or Paediatrics Publication of relevant review articles or case reports Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation. Desirable Teaching skills course / qualification. Personal Skills Essential Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff. Flexible and resilient. Desirable Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills. Personal attributes Essential Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance. Person Specification Qualifications and Registration Essential Registrable medical qualification Full registration with GMC/GDC with license to practice Desirable Higher qualification MRCPCH Teaching and Experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of neonatal and Paediatric care, culminating in award of CCT or equivalent. Evidence of ST3/4 competencies Desirable Worked in Level 2/3 neonatal unit in NHS, NLS provider Administration Essential Experience in day to day organisation of neonatal and Paediatric services in a busy Teaching Hospital Desirable Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes. Management and Leadership Essential Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams. Desirable Management course and / or qualification. Audit & quality improvement Essential Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement. Research Essential Must be able to demonstrate ability to lead change Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research Desirable Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of Neonates or Paediatrics Publication of relevant review articles or case reports Teaching Essential Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation. Desirable Teaching skills course / qualification. Personal Skills Essential Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff. Flexible and resilient. Desirable Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills. Personal attributes Essential Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance. 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Princess Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)