Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia

Job title:

Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking for a Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia to join our committed team of 27 anaesthetists. You will help support service expansion, provide consultant cover and flexibility, and assist colleagues during on-call periods and leave.Sheffield Children’s Hospital boasts a state-of-the-art theatre complex with 9 dedicated theatres, a procedure room, and two MRI scanners. Our service portfolio includes regional and supra-regional surgical specialties such as general surgery, urology, neonatal care, orthopaedics (spinal and limb reconstruction), plastics, burns, ENT, maxillofacial, dental, neurosurgery (with intraoperative MRI), and ophthalmology. We have independently staffed Intensive Care and High Dependency Units, providing excellent multidisciplinary care.Applicants unable to work full-time are encouraged to apply, and job content can be tailored in consultation with the Trust and colleagues.Essential requirements:MBBS or equivalent medical qualificationRelevant specialist qualificationTraining and experience in paediatric anaesthesiaCommitment to multidisciplinary teamwork and delivering high-quality patient careInterviews to be heldMonday 11th August 2025.Main duties of the jobReporting into the Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:Provide anaesthetic services to accommodate service expansion, consultant cover and flexibility, and to cover consultants who have been on call or are on leave.On-call responsibilities include providing consultant support for the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit for difficult airway issues, and cover for the consultant covering intensive care when they are busy.There may be opportunity for those with appropriate qualifications to take on additional PICU responsibilities.About usAt Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.DetailsDate posted04 July 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum, pro rataContractLocumDuration6 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference number425-25-7228799Job locationsSheffield Children’s NHS Foundation TrustWestern BankSheffieldS10 2THJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.Please note that Sheffield Children’s uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.Diversity StatementAt Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-Onsite Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.Please note that Sheffield Children’s uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.Diversity StatementAt Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.#LI-OnsitePerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent

Knowledge/Previous ExperienceEssential

• Appropriate training and experience in paediatric anaesthesia

Desirable

• Training, experience and or interest in Chronic Pain Medicine

Previous Training Management/AuditEssential

• Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
• Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

• Preparation of audit
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Academic Achievements Research/PublicationsEssential

• Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects

Desirable

• Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research

SkillsEssential

• Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

• Ability to teach

Demonstrates Trust ValuesEssential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent

Knowledge/Previous ExperienceEssential

• Appropriate training and experience in paediatric anaesthesia

Desirable

• Training, experience and or interest in Chronic Pain Medicine

Previous Training Management/AuditEssential

• Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
• Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

• Preparation of audit
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Academic Achievements Research/PublicationsEssential

• Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects

Desirable

• Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research

SkillsEssential

• Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

• Ability to teach

Demonstrates Trust ValuesEssential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Expected salary

£105504 – 139882 per year

Location

Sheffield

Job date

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 04:22:38 GMT

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