Job summary
- Main area
- General Paediatrics
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 387-WC2432-MP
- Employer
- Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
- Town
- Bristol
- Salary
- £113,565 - £150,569 pa pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/11/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 19/11/2026
Employer heading
Consultant in General Paediatrics and Ambulatory Care
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
As part of the transition to a Group Clinical Services structure within Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, there is an increased expectation of cross-site working.
Although roles will have a designated base, post holders are likely to be required to work across multiple Trust sites in line with service needs. Where this is not included in the initial job plan, any future requirement arising from the departmental restructures will be addressed through the job planning process. Travel time will be taken into consideration in line with contractual expectations.
North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for x4 full time (10 PAs) substantive Consultant General Paediatricians at Bristol NHS Foundation Trust! We are seeking enthusiastic, passionate and dynamic individuals who will enhance our established team of Consultant Paediatricians and contribute to the new SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) Unit. You will take part in the general workload of the General Paeds department; and play a vital role in the delivery of healthcare for Children and Young People across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. We are looking for colleagues who are driven, but also adaptable, to join our team. Being a great and flexible team-player is essential. Expertise in an area of special interest to complement those already available in the Department is desirable.
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children is the only dedicated children's hospital in the South West and the region's Paediatric Major Trauma Centre. As part of Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, you will join a highly regarded organisation committed to clinical excellence, innovation, research, and education.
Bristol offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a vibrant city atmosphere with easy access to the countryside, coast, and South Wales.
Applicants should hold a CCT (or equivalent) in General Paediatrics, be within 12 months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview, and be on the GMC Specialist Register. Up-to-date APLS or equivalent is essential.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be an integral part of the General Paediatric service, contributing to the second on call rota. The successful candidate will contribute to SDEC (Same Day Emergency Care) both at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and at Weston General Hospital; including providing General Paediatric Medical cover at Weston at weekends.
General Paediatrics provide rapid access clinics and routine general paediatric clinics and the postholder will be expected to deliver these in a variety of locations across the city to allow patients to access healthcare closer to home.
The successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the hospital paediatric overnight on-call rota, covering General Paediatrics, Medical HDU and speciality patients.
Working for our organisation
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person speciation for further details of this post.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
• Dr Sharon Lim Kong, General Paediatrics Clinical co-Lead
[email protected]
• Dr Ann Eggers, General Paediatrics Clinical co-Lead
[email protected]
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- Full and specialist registration in the General Medical Council (GMC) or
- Eligible for specialist registration within 12 months of interview
- APLS Certified
Desirable criteria
- Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general paediatrics, and safeguarding
- Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy
Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
- Up to date knowledge and experience of general paediatrics, and safeguarding children and young people
- Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
- Skills in acute paediatric assessment and management, and delivery of outpatient general paediatric care
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable criteria
- Broad range of IT skills
Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential criteria
- Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
- Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
- Positive approach to evidence- based practice
- Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
- Willingness to undertake quality improvement projects
- Ability and willingness to develop and write guidelines
Research
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research
- Evidence of involvement in research
- Evidence of peer review research papers
Desirable criteria
- Ability to increase the academic profile of the department
Management & Leadership
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
- Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant
- Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Evidence of leadership or management roles undertaken
Desirable criteria
- Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures
- Management experience
Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues
- Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
- Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
- Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
- Ability to be a flexible team member
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sharon Lim Kong
- Job title
- General Paediatrics Clinical co-Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
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