Consultant Community Paediatrician
Posted 5 days 18 hours ago by NHS
Permanent
Full Time
Healthcare & Medical Jobs
Bedfordshire, Luton, United Kingdom, LU1 1
Job Description
Consultant Community Paediatrician The closing date is 31 October 2025
Awaiting Royal College JD Approval
Main duties of the job This is a clinical role, undertaking assessment, formulation and intervention required to deliver the commissioned community paediatric service.
The post holders will be working as part of the Specialist Children's Service multi disciplinary team and is expected to contribute to the development of best practice through participation in clinical governance activity. There are no out of hours on call requirement for this job.
About us Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.
If you share our passion for innovative and high quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Job responsibilities The Community Paediatric commissioned service includes:
The post holder must comply with mandatory training provided by the Trust as assessed suitable for the post.
Research & Training We run weekly internal CPD activities, and the department has been involved in several regional and national research projects. There are also educational meetings held jointly with paediatric colleagues at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital. The post holders will be encouraged and supported to undertake audit and research activities.
We offer training in Community Paediatrics to a range of trainees from Foundation Year 2 to Grid trainees in Community Paediatrics who rotate every six months. There is opportunity to take on the role of Clinical and/or Educational Supervisor.
Compliance with Corporate management The post holders will be required to work within CCS NHS Trusts management policies and procedures, including those related to safeguarding children. At times clinical work may vary according to the needs of the department. Should this require a new role requiring additional skills, appropriate training and support will be provided. Administrative and clinical duties will be allocated under the direction of the Clinical Lead and will be reflected in the job plan.
The post holders must take reasonable care of their own health and safety. CCS NHS Trust policy must be adhered to at all times.
Clinical and Practice Governance The post holders will be required to work within the clinical governance framework for the CCS NHS Trust and the department, and will be required to participate in service improvement, quality assurance, and clinical effectiveness and risk management activities as required.
Facilities Office accommodation and secretarial support will be provided. There will be access to IT terminal with access to departmental IT system, intranet and internet.
General Safeguarding people responsibility Safeguarding children and adults at risk of abuse or neglect is a collective responsibility.
There is an expectation that all staff develop and maintain their role relevant safeguarding people competencies and comply with local safeguarding partnerships practice. Alongside this employee who are registrants are reminded of their professional duty of care.
Safeguarding means protecting a citizens health, wellbeing and human rights; enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. It is an integral part of providing high quality health care.
To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure of Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.
Sustainability It is the responsibility of all staff to minimize the Trusts environmental impact wherever possible. This will include recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors, and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimizing printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimizing travel. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The post is covered by the national Terms and Conditions Consultants (England) 2003, as amended from time to time.
As the CCS NHS Trust develops it will review these terms and may vary the national agreements to respond to local conditions and reflect CCS NHS Trust requirements.
Residence The new consultant will be required to maintain his/her private residence in contact with the public telephone service, and to reside within a reasonable distance by road from the main base.
Relocation The granting of relocation expenses is not automatic, and entitlement should be checked with the Human Resource Team. A copy of the Relocation Expenses Policy is available on request.
Occupational Health Applicants invited for interview will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire for submission to the CCS NHS Trust Occupational Health Service.
Registration The successful candidate must hold full registration and license with the GMC.
5. Safeguarding Statement All posts working with either children and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to the enhanced disclosure of criminal records. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment in line with the Safer Recruitment Policy.
6. Standards of Business Conduct and Conflicts of Interest The Trust has adopted a Standards of Conduct Policy, which reflects NHS Management Executive Guidelines. It is the responsibility of staff to ensure that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain or seek to advantage or further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
Private Interests All staff must declare to their manager all private interests, which could potentially result in personal gain as a consequence of their position . click apply for full job details
- Join a diverse team of Paediatricians, Nurses, Admin and Allied Health Practitioners with excellent relationships and access to other partners already established including CAMHS, Education and hospital paediatric teams.
- Work collaboratively across our Community Paediatrics and CAMHS services, including joint assessments and multi disciplinary service development.
- Opportunity to develop an area of special interest.
- Consistently receive positive feedback from our service users including Patients as Top Priority.
- With the Trust expanding its services across all areas, this is an ideal time to join as we are always striving to be more innovative in what we provide, and your input will enable us to do this and enhance our skill mix.
- Participation in research is actively encouraged.
- Broadly experienced in all aspect of Community Paediatrics.
- Competent in assessing children for suspected abuse and neglect.
- Able to diagnose and manage a range of neuro developmental problems (including ASD & ADHD) and neurodisability.
- Experienced in aspects of child mental health related to child development.
Awaiting Royal College JD Approval
Main duties of the job This is a clinical role, undertaking assessment, formulation and intervention required to deliver the commissioned community paediatric service.
The post holders will be working as part of the Specialist Children's Service multi disciplinary team and is expected to contribute to the development of best practice through participation in clinical governance activity. There are no out of hours on call requirement for this job.
About us Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.
If you share our passion for innovative and high quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Job responsibilities The Community Paediatric commissioned service includes:
- Assessment and management of children and young people with developmental impairments, neuro disability and neurodivergence, including multi disciplinary assessments (MDA).
- Provision of medical assessments and reports for Education, Health and Care Plans.
- Child protection medical assessments for physical abuse & neglect.
- Adoption medicals and Initial Health Assessments (IHAs) for Children in Care.
The post holder must comply with mandatory training provided by the Trust as assessed suitable for the post.
Research & Training We run weekly internal CPD activities, and the department has been involved in several regional and national research projects. There are also educational meetings held jointly with paediatric colleagues at the Luton & Dunstable Hospital. The post holders will be encouraged and supported to undertake audit and research activities.
We offer training in Community Paediatrics to a range of trainees from Foundation Year 2 to Grid trainees in Community Paediatrics who rotate every six months. There is opportunity to take on the role of Clinical and/or Educational Supervisor.
Compliance with Corporate management The post holders will be required to work within CCS NHS Trusts management policies and procedures, including those related to safeguarding children. At times clinical work may vary according to the needs of the department. Should this require a new role requiring additional skills, appropriate training and support will be provided. Administrative and clinical duties will be allocated under the direction of the Clinical Lead and will be reflected in the job plan.
The post holders must take reasonable care of their own health and safety. CCS NHS Trust policy must be adhered to at all times.
Clinical and Practice Governance The post holders will be required to work within the clinical governance framework for the CCS NHS Trust and the department, and will be required to participate in service improvement, quality assurance, and clinical effectiveness and risk management activities as required.
Facilities Office accommodation and secretarial support will be provided. There will be access to IT terminal with access to departmental IT system, intranet and internet.
General Safeguarding people responsibility Safeguarding children and adults at risk of abuse or neglect is a collective responsibility.
There is an expectation that all staff develop and maintain their role relevant safeguarding people competencies and comply with local safeguarding partnerships practice. Alongside this employee who are registrants are reminded of their professional duty of care.
Safeguarding means protecting a citizens health, wellbeing and human rights; enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. It is an integral part of providing high quality health care.
- Adults at risk, such as those receiving care in their own home, people with physical, sensory, and mental impairments, and those with learning disabilities.
To be aware of the responsibilities of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
All post holders must adhere to the code of conduct on confidentiality and be aware of and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
This job description is intended only as a guide to the range of duties involved. The post holder will need to be flexible and adaptable in order to respond to other duties that may be required from time to time and the changes and developments within the Trust.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure of Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.
Sustainability It is the responsibility of all staff to minimize the Trusts environmental impact wherever possible. This will include recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors, and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimizing printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimizing travel. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE The post is covered by the national Terms and Conditions Consultants (England) 2003, as amended from time to time.
As the CCS NHS Trust develops it will review these terms and may vary the national agreements to respond to local conditions and reflect CCS NHS Trust requirements.
Residence The new consultant will be required to maintain his/her private residence in contact with the public telephone service, and to reside within a reasonable distance by road from the main base.
Relocation The granting of relocation expenses is not automatic, and entitlement should be checked with the Human Resource Team. A copy of the Relocation Expenses Policy is available on request.
Occupational Health Applicants invited for interview will be asked to complete a medical questionnaire for submission to the CCS NHS Trust Occupational Health Service.
Registration The successful candidate must hold full registration and license with the GMC.
5. Safeguarding Statement All posts working with either children and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to the enhanced disclosure of criminal records. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment in line with the Safer Recruitment Policy.
6. Standards of Business Conduct and Conflicts of Interest The Trust has adopted a Standards of Conduct Policy, which reflects NHS Management Executive Guidelines. It is the responsibility of staff to ensure that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain or seek to advantage or further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
Private Interests All staff must declare to their manager all private interests, which could potentially result in personal gain as a consequence of their position . click apply for full job details