NHS Community Consultant Paediatrician

Location: Barking, London, UK
Position: Full-time, Substantive
Salary: £105,532.00 - £139,882.00 per annum (Pro-rata)
Working Hours: 10 Programmed Activities (DCC:SPA = 7.5:2.5)
On Call: None

Closing Date: 07/02/2025 23:59

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Community Consultant Paediatrician to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team in Barking, providing care for babies, children, and young people. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work as the Named Doctor for Looked After Children and the Medical Advisor for Adoption & Fostering.

You will have a direct impact on the health and well-being of the community and will be working within a forward-thinking team focused on delivering high-quality care. If you're innovative, motivated, and passionate about child healthcare, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide senior medical support and guidance to a team offering care to babies, children, and young people across Barking & Dagenham.
• Work collaboratively with 4wte Consultant Paediatricians, 1wte Specialist Grade Doctor, 2wte Specialty Doctors, and 2wte Core/GP Trainees.
• Provide medical advice and treatment, liaising with external health providers and acute hospitals.
• Participate in the local Child Protection rota.
• Support and work alongside your peers in delivering care, while taking initiative when required.
• Contribute to the development of treatment models and care plans.
• Be a committed team player, fostering effective relationships with other healthcare professionals, social services, and agencies.

Qualifications:

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• CCT or equivalent.
• Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCST.
• At least 2 years’ experience in Community Child Health.

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• Strong alignment with core values of care and patient-focused service.
• Motivated and innovative with a genuine passion for paediatric care.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of current developments in community paediatric care.

Benefits:

• Relocation expenses (if applicable).
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and compassionate work culture.
• Award-winning Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives.
• Access to Vivup employee benefits platform and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Health & wellness initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible and agile working arrangements.
• Cycle to work scheme and retail discounts.

How to Apply:

Please contact the relevant office based on your location:

• Applicants from Sri Lanka:
  Email: [email protected]
  Tel: +94 114 442 240
• Applicants from UK, UAE, India & Global:
  Email: [email protected]
  Tel: +44 20 3900 1235