Job summary Consultant Paediatrician with an interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine Full Time 10PAs (3 posts available) Applications are invited for the post of Consultant Paediatrician with an interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) and the option of additional subspeciality interest in other areas (applicants with an interest in asthma are particularly encouraged to apply). These are substantive full-time posts (10PAs). Part time/job share option will be considered on request. We are looking for innovative and enthusiastic colleagues to join our Paediatric Department. The post will be based primarily in the paediatric ED department with paediatric outpatient DCC activity. The post holder will cover the paediatric emergency department (PED) on a 1:5 rostered basis which includes a rapid access clinic and telephone advice service for local GPs. Outpatient clinics will be part of the timetable during non-PED DCC and there is opportunity for this role to include leading a new paediatric asthma MDT service. Opportunity to develop expertise in other areas of paediatric sub-speciality interest will also be offered. Main duties of the job The post is built around an expected 10 programmed activity (PA) job plan (see job description) and will provide onsite cover in paediatric ED until 10pm in conjunction with members of the wider ED team. The expected job plans will include 8 PAs of DCC activity. Applications will be considered from individuals with a CCT (or within 6 months of CCT date at the time of interview) or with a Certificate of Equivalence of Specialist Registration (CESR). This post will provide collaborative working with Paediatric Emergency Department services and Paediatric Leadership in providing care for Children in ED. These are new posts created to enhance the patient experience for children coming through ED, improve the quality of paediatric emergency care and provide training and supervision for Junior doctors going through training in ED. Once fully recruited we will establish a PEM consultant team consisting of 5 paediatric trained PEM consultants working alongside 2 PEM trained emergency medicine consultants. About us Kingston Hospital and Surrounding Area Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated in a beautiful part of the country - close to London yet surrounded by royal parks, historic buildings, and the River Thames. TheHospital is based about12 miles from the centre of London with good transport links into the capital. Further information may be found on the hospital website at www.kingstonhospital.nhs.uk We are located on a single site in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey and run several outpatient clinics in neighbouring areas including Raynes Park Health Centre and Teddington Memorial Hospital. Kingston Hospital is a 520 bedded District General Hospital serving a population of 320,000 in Southwest London and Surrey. We employ 3,300 staff who proudly and efficiently support our local population through a full range of diagnostic and treatment services. We have a national reputation for innovative developments in healthcare. We are proud of our reputation as the largest single site District General Hospital in London and our Maternity Unit as the second biggest in London. We were thefirst acute Trust in Southwest London to gain Foundation Trust status when wewere authorised in May 2013. We were the f irst acute Trust in London to be rated Outstanding by CQC for Overall Quality and Leadership Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary Depending on experience per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-2774-MS Job locations Kingston and Richmond Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Galsworthy Road Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7QB Job description Job responsibilities Please see full JD for a list of full duties and greater detail regarding the rota and shift patterns JD is with Royal college for approval Kindly note that the interview date for this post is 18-Mar-2025. Job description Job responsibilities Please see full JD for a list of full duties and greater detail regarding the rota and shift patterns JD is with Royal college for approval Kindly note that the interview date for this post is 18-Mar-2025. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC Registration (or eligibility to obtain) MRCPCH or equivalent CCT in Paediatrics and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration Newborn Life Support (NLS) certification Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification Desirable Higher degree eg. MD/PhD/MBA Instructor for NLS/APLS Qualification in Medical Education Clinical Experience Essential Wide range of paediatric experience including acute paediatrics and neonatology in a tertiary centre at middle grade or above Desirable Good experience in child safeguarding, serious case review/IMR Evidence of specific interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine Specific Additional Skills Essential Competency in Paediatric procedures Competency in Neonatal procedures Desirable Evidence of specific interest in ambulatory paediatrics and or neonatology Evidence of any subspecialty interest Management Skills Essential Awareness and understanding of clinical governance Involvement in management appropriate to experience Desirable Attended management training course Knowledge of finance / budgets Experience in Training, Audit and Research Essential Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors Experience of clinical audit Desirable Completed 'Train the Trainers' course or equivalent course in education and training Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC Registration (or eligibility to obtain) MRCPCH or equivalent CCT in Paediatrics and on GMC's Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of the interview or have confirmed eligibility for Specialist Registration Newborn Life Support (NLS) certification Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification Desirable Higher degree eg. MD/PhD/MBA Instructor for NLS/APLS Qualification in Medical Education Clinical Experience Essential Wide range of paediatric experience including acute paediatrics and neonatology in a tertiary centre at middle grade or above Desirable Good experience in child safeguarding, serious case review/IMR Evidence of specific interest in Paediatric Emergency Medicine Specific Additional Skills Essential Competency in Paediatric procedures Competency in Neonatal procedures Desirable Evidence of specific interest in ambulatory paediatrics and or neonatology Evidence of any subspecialty interest Management Skills Essential Awareness and understanding of clinical governance Involvement in management appropriate to experience Desirable Attended management training course Knowledge of finance / budgets Experience in Training, Audit and Research Essential Demonstrable commitment and ability to teach and train undergraduates and junior doctors Experience of clinical audit Desirable Completed 'Train the Trainers' course or equivalent course in education and training Relevant research articles in peer-reviewed journals Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate leadership skills within a multidisciplinary team Ability to motivate staff, to facilitate appropriate changes in clinical practice and to work as part of a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm and approachability Commitment to continuing professional development and clinical governance 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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingston and Richmond Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Galsworthy Road Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7QB Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)