Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia

Main area
Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia
Grade
NHS Medical \& Dental: Senior Clinical Fellow
Contract
18 months (Fixed Term)
Hours
Full time \- 40 hours per week
Job ref
271\-ANG\-7797381
Site
Great Ormond Street
Town
London
Salary
£59,950 \- £67,610 pro rata, per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
Today at 23:59

Job overview

Applications are invited for 18\-months fixed term fellowship post in Paediatric Cardiac Anaesthesia at Great Ormond Street Hospital commencing in November 2026. The post is designed to offer extensive training opportunities for clinicians wishing to pursue a career in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia. The post consists of 6 months training in paediatric cardiac intensive care followed by 12 months training in paediatric cardiac anaesthesia at this busy quaternary paediatric referral centre.

This is a Trust Fellow position. It doesn’t have a National Training Number. The FRCA or equivalent level of knowledge is mandatory. Applicants would be expected to have completed the equivalent of at least one year of higher/advanced training in paediatric anaesthesia (or equivalent) and be within two years of completion or two years post completion of specialist training in anaesthesia at the start of the position. They should also be able to demonstrate a commitment to a career in paediatric anaesthesia. Applicants must be eligible to register with the GMC.

Main duties of the job

1\. To provide a high\-quality elective and emergency anaesthetic service.

2\. To engage in clinical governance activities such as critical incident reporting, attend morbidity and mortality meetings, perform audit, and participate in any mandatory training deemed necessary.

3\. To actively engage in the teaching and training of other members of the anaesthetic department and hospital staff.

4\. Engage with quality improvement activity.

5\. Perform additional management and administrative tasks as deemed appropriate to the position.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent, and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected, and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long\-term health conditions and LGBT\+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT\+ and Allies, Disability and Long\-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. Staff networks are employee\-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust’s mission, values, and efforts specific to inclusion. All our staff networks are open to any employee.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role attached. The Person Specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required, both attached.

Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, help with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities and assistance with finding somewhere to live.

All applicants should return their application forms electronically. To apply please go to NHSjobs or Healthjobs and search for Great Ormond Street Hospital. You must register first before you can apply for the post. If you have any other queries, please contact us via email at vacancy@gosh.nhs.uk quoting the appropriate reference number.

We conduct full criminal record checks on all successful candidates

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

Primary medical qualification \- MBBS (or equivalent)
Full GMC registration (obtained by designated start date)
FRCA (or equivalent level of knowledge)Desirable criteria

MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent
Higher degree – MSc, MPhil
MEPA or other paediatric simulator training
APLS / EPALSExperience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

At least 3 years’ higher specialist training in anaesthesia and within 2 years of completing or up to 2 years post completing a recognised training scheme.
One year’s training in paediatric anaesthesia (or equivalent experience)
Experience of audit/quality improvement activities
Experience of teaching and presenting
Experience of management and understanding of principles of clinical governanceDesirable criteria

Clinical experience in related paediatric specialties
Published research in peer reviewed journalsSkills/Abilities

Essential criteria

Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
Ability to work under pressure in a multi\-disciplinary environment
Ability to prioritise clinical needs

*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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