Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. Main duties of the job Online applications are invited for a 12 month post for a Senior Specialty Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedic surgery, to commence in February 2025. The Trust is a major teaching centre for the University of Southampton, offering opportunities for Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching and excellent facilities for research and clinical care. The post holder will join a team of 9 Paediatric Orthopaedic Consultants and 3 other fellows to further develop their interests and skills in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery. A full range of subspecialty interests are offered with special expertise in childhood hip disorders, complex limb deformity and lengthening, talipes and other foot disorders and neuromuscular conditions. It is expected that this post will fulfil the training requirements of an individual who wishes to practice the subspecialty as a consultant. About us WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary Depending on experience £70,425 per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 188-MT1285-A Job locations Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities The year is divided up into 4 x3 month positions to ensure a complete exposure to the range of Paediatric Orthopaedics. The fellows attend outpatient clinics, operating lists and manage the ward inpatients. In addition, fellows are expected to contribute to the teaching programme as well as M&M meetings. Outpatient clinics are held within a dedicated paediatric orthopaedic area which is supported by plaster room and orthotics within the same clinic area. We run a number of peripheral clinics held in the district general hospitals across the south coast area but fellows currently remain onsite at UHS. Surgery is carried out in a dedicated paediatric orthopaedic theatre. Fellows are expected to have reviewed the cases preoperatively, mark and consent in conjunction with the consultant and the anaesthetist. All inpatients MUST be reviewed every day by at least one fellow along with the orthopaedic trainees, ward doctor and ward based nurse practitioner. The postholder is on call weekends 1 in 5. There are no on call duties Monday to Friday. Emergency admissions occur via Emergency Department, regional referral and the paediatric medical admissions unit. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a keen and enthusiastic fellow with a proven interest in paediatric orthopaedics and with a long term career aim as an orthopaedic consultant with paediatric orthopaedics a significant part of their practice. Applicants would ideally have obtained their CCST (Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training) and be listed on the GMC register. Where equivalent qualifications and experience are being offered, it is essential that candidates provide confirmation of this from the relevant College or Faculty in the United Kingdom, and attach the confirmation to their application. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). 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. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. 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 detailed below 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) Basic Salary MT05 £70,425 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference:188-MT1285-A - This vacancy closes on or before: 30/1/25 Job description Job responsibilities The year is divided up into 4 x3 month positions to ensure a complete exposure to the range of Paediatric Orthopaedics. The fellows attend outpatient clinics, operating lists and manage the ward inpatients. In addition, fellows are expected to contribute to the teaching programme as well as M&M meetings. Outpatient clinics are held within a dedicated paediatric orthopaedic area which is supported by plaster room and orthotics within the same clinic area. We run a number of peripheral clinics held in the district general hospitals across the south coast area but fellows currently remain onsite at UHS. Surgery is carried out in a dedicated paediatric orthopaedic theatre. Fellows are expected to have reviewed the cases preoperatively, mark and consent in conjunction with the consultant and the anaesthetist. All inpatients MUST be reviewed every day by at least one fellow along with the orthopaedic trainees, ward doctor and ward based nurse practitioner. The postholder is on call weekends 1 in 5. There are no on call duties Monday to Friday. Emergency admissions occur via Emergency Department, regional referral and the paediatric medical admissions unit. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a keen and enthusiastic fellow with a proven interest in paediatric orthopaedics and with a long term career aim as an orthopaedic consultant with paediatric orthopaedics a significant part of their practice. Applicants would ideally have obtained their CCST (Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training) and be listed on the GMC register. Where equivalent qualifications and experience are being offered, it is essential that candidates provide confirmation of this from the relevant College or Faculty in the United Kingdom, and attach the confirmation to their application. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Appointment will be made under local contractual terms and conditions of service for Trust appointed (non-training fellow doctors and dentists). 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. All licensed doctors must meet the GMC requirements for revalidation and there will be an annual appraisal to support this process. 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 detailed below 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) Basic Salary MT05 £70,425 Travelling expenses will not be paid for attending interview Please note that GMC registration (with a licence to practice) and right to work in the UK are essential for this role. Successful applicants will already have GMC registration or will be able to demonstrate they are eligible. Applicants requiring Tier 2 sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office application criteria prior to submitting an application. Interviews will be held on TBC Job Reference:188-MT1285-A - This vacancy closes on or before: 30/1/25 Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics Desirable 12 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics Post CCT (or within 3 months) or equivalent training Previous or relevant experience Essential Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Trained in orthopaedic surgery including operative skills Desirable Career aim of paediatric orthopaedic surgery Aptitudes and skills Essential Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English) Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Desirable Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Living the Trust values Essential Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together Person Specification Qualifications and training Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification GMC registration with a licence to practise 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics Desirable 12 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics Post CCT (or within 3 months) or equivalent training Previous or relevant experience Essential Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems Trained in orthopaedic surgery including operative skills Desirable Career aim of paediatric orthopaedic surgery Aptitudes and skills Essential Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English) Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly Desirable Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching Living the Trust values Essential Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together 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 University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Tremona Road Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)