Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopedics and Trauma

Birmingham Women’s & Children; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in the UK invites applications for a Paediatric Orthopaedics training post starting in February 2026 for 6-12 months. The role focuses on subspecialty training in Paediatric Orthopaedics and engagement in academic and research activities. Ideal candidates are senior trainees with FRCS (Orth) or equivalent. This position is centered at Birmingham Children's Hospital, offering rich clinical exposure and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to clinical teaching, research, and audit participation.
• Senior trainee with FRCS (Orth) or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Provide subspecialty training in Paediatric Orthopaedics.
• Participate in the non-resident on-call rota at BCH.
• Take part in academic activities and research.

Skills

Clinical teaching commitment

Research participation

Audit participation

Education

Senior trainee with FRCS (Orth)

Post-MRCS orthopaedic trainees

Job description

Overview: This post will provide subspecialty training in Paediatric Orthopaedics and Paediatric Orthopaedic Trauma, with exposure to Paediatric Spinal Deformity and Paediatric Orthopaedic Oncology, particularly in theatre.

The post commencement date will be February 2026 for a duration of 6‑12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide subspecialty training, predominantly in Paediatric Orthopaedics (elective and trauma) and, where appropriate, in Spinal Deformity and Orthopaedic Oncology.
• Spend most time at Birmingham Children’s Hospital while attending out‑reach clinics with Paediatric Orthopaedic Consultants at surrounding hospitals.
• Participate in the 1‑in‑7 non‑resident orthopaedic middle‑grade out‑of‑hours on‑call rota at BCH.
• Take part in academic activities, assist in teaching, and contribute to the unit’s research agenda.
• Produce at least one publication and one national presentation during the appointment.
• Attend monthly Audit/MDT meetings and, alongside the three Paediatric Orthopaedic Fellows, collate and present all M+M data; also attend Trust audit mornings.
• May attend additional clinic and theatre sessions during the week to gain exposure to interesting cases.
• Cross‑cover specified clinics and lists to maintain an EWTR/New Deal compliant rota; details will be provided when the 6‑monthly rota is finalised.

Qualifications

• Senior trainee with FRCS (Orth) or equivalent, or CESR trainee seeking Paediatric Orthopaedic exposure to fulfil specialist register requirements.
• May also consider more junior orthopaedic trainees (post‑MRCS or equivalent) who demonstrate sufficient orthopaedic experience to justify appointment.
• Strong commitment to clinical teaching, research, and audit participation.

Contact

Ms Sheba Basheer, Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon
[e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

For further details / informal visits, please contact the above person.