Consultant in Paediatric Nephrology

Main area
Nephrology
Grade
NHS Medical \& Dental: Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time \- 10 sessions per week
Job ref
271\-MDL\-7681813
Site
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Town
London
Salary
£109,725 \- £145,478 pro rata, per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
10/06/2026 23:59

Job overview

This is a full\-time post, and the post holder will be part of the Paediatric Nephrology department, in the Body, Bones and Mind Directorate at GOSH. The position is advertised as a full\-time 10PA post, but requests to work less than full time will be considered. The post holder will participate in the on\-call rota on a 1 in 8 basis, supporting the acute nephrology service on Eagle ward, across the hospital and the wider region.

The post holder will otherwise primarily be involved in outpatient work, managing the care of children in several specialist nephrology clinics (including but not limited to renal tubulopathies, glomerular disease, renal genetics and stone clinics). In addition, the post holder will support the General Nephrology outpatient service and will be required to support additional clinics for consultants covering additional acute on\-call work. See detailed Job Description for the outline job plan for Direct Clinical Care and Supporting Professional Activities.

Main duties of the job

Specific Clinical Duties

We anticipate that the appointee will undertake approximately two speciality clinics per week and one general nephrology clinic every week. The appointee will be expected to participate in relevant weekly meetings at GOSH. The appointee will participate in the clinical supervision and training of the junior medical staff.

GOSH Renal Unit Information

The Renal Unit, the largest in the UK, comprises a 14\-bed ward located in the New Morgan Stanley Clinical Building alongside a Transplant / Dialysis Unit. We provide a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment service for children with renal disorders, with an annual average of 600 admissions, 6000 outpatients, 25\-39 renal transplants and 65 patients on the peritoneal or haemodialysis programme. We cover every aspect of paediatric nephrology with expertise in congenital renal anomalies, nephrotic syndrome, renovascular hypertension, vasculitis, tubular, glomerular, metabolic and stone disorders. Very strong working links exist with paediatric urology, radiology, pathology and rheumatology. Surgical care of patients requiring kidney replacement therapy (KRT) is provided by a team of seven transplant surgeons. The renal ward is run by two senior ward sisters and a junior sister and practice educators. There are 6 nurse practitioners or advanced nurse practitioners across haemodialysis and specialist clinics.

Working for our organisation

We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ\+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we’ll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.

Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities \& Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women’s networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.

We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.

Person specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential criteria

Always welcoming
Always helpful
Always expert
Always one team
Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the WorkplaceAcademic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential criteria

GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
MRCPCH by examination or equivalent
On the GMC’s Specialist Register OR within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview. Note: Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) applicants must be on the Specialist Register at the point of application
Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
Valid Basic Life Support TrainingDesirable criteria

Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
Research/publications
Formal teaching qualification
Leadership qualification
APLS/NLS TrainingExperience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

Extensive experience in Paediatric Nephrology
Experience of teaching students and multi\-disciplinary team
Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projectsDesirable criteria

Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
Experience of clinical leadership or managementSkills/Abilities

Essential criteria

High level written and oral communication skills
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
Ability to work under pressure in a multi\-disciplinary environment
Presentation skills
Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
Ability to work on own initiative within an ever\-changing environment.Desirable criteria

Leadership skills

*Please be advised that:*

*The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2\-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.*

*The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.*

*Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.*

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 .

*We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.*

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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