Consultant Paediatrician in Emergency Medicine

University Hospitals Sussex; England; On-site; GBP 109,000 - GBP 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS trust in England is seeking a Fixed Term Consultant Paediatrician in Emergency Medicine for a part-time role covering maternity leave from April 2026 to January 2027. The role involves leading care in a busy children's emergency department while ensuring high-quality services for patients. Candidates must have MRCPCH (or equivalent) and relevant paediatric experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable team dedicated to delivering excellent healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for professional development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• MRCPCH or its recognised equivalent required.
• Must have a license to practice with GMC or be eligible within six months.
• Experience in paediatric emergency medicine essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivery of care in paediatric emergency department.
• Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Work collaboratively with other specialties.

Skills

Paediatric Emergency Medicine skills and experience

Good communication skills (oral and written)

Interest and commitment to teaching

Education

MRCPCH or equivalent

Full and specialist registration with GMC

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Paediatrics

Job description

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Fixed Term Consultant Paediatrician in Emergency Medicine

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area Paediatrics Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract 12 months (Fixed term from 27 April 2026 until 8 January 2027. Covering maternity leave). Hours Part time - 8 sessions per week Job ref 279-MWRACHFTCONPAEDED-569A

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Employer type NHS; Site Royal Alexandra Hospital Town Brighton; Salary £109,725 - £145,478 per annum; Salary period Yearly; Closing 16/02/2026 23:59

Job overview

Fixed Term Consultant Paediatrician in Emergency Medicine – From 27th April 2026 until 8th January 2027 – Covering maternity leave.

An exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a modern, stand‑alone Children’s Emergency Department by the sea in the Southeast of England.

Working as part of a busy and vibrant team, you will lead on the delivery of excellent care within the paediatric emergency department, in a fixed term 8 PA post, covering parental leave, to complement the existing Children’s Emergency Department Consultant Team.

This post will contribute to the consultant‑led care provided in the Children’s emergency Department and to increased consultant presence at weekends.

The post is 8 PA with flexibility regarding shift pattern. There is a commitment to provide shop‑floor care 1:6 weekends.

Main duties of the job

This fixed term 8 PA post will contribute to the work of a team paediatricians providing consultant delivered and supervised care in the paediatric emergency department.

There is currently a rolling rota to provide:

• Consultant delivered service 08:30–24:00h in CED 7 days a week.
• On‑call out of hours covering CED.
• Consultant cover in our newly opened Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit 08:30–13:00 Monday‑Friday.

The new posts could include the opportunity to rotate through the following clinical areas if desired:

• Paediatric Burns service at Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead.
• Child protection medical service.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Provide consistently excellent consultant delivered and supervised care in the paediatric emergency department.
• Work as part of the consultant, nursing and directorate team to protect and enhance the reputation of the hospital, leading its development as the children’s hospital for the South East Coast region.
• Work collaboratively with other specialties.
• Contribute to undergraduate teaching of medical students at BSMS.
• Provide high‑quality postgraduate teaching and experience to doctors, nurses and allied health professionals in training.
• Support junior doctors in clinical and educational supervisor roles.
• Ensure our personal and organisational responsibility for safeguarding children and young people is honoured effectively.
• Ensure the delivery of safe and high‑quality services for children, responsive to the needs of them and their families.
• Contribute to the delivery of services which are financially responsible and efficient.
• Work with the Academic Department of Paediatrics and BSMS to establish a respected research programme and presence in national and international peer‑reviewed journals and meetings.
• Work effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, including the CAMHS liaison service.
• Support the development of innovative models of care, including the development of advanced nursing roles.

The post holder also accepts occasional emergency duties at the request of the appropriate consultant, where practicable, with their colleagues, both senior and junior. Additional commitments arising under this sub‑section are exceptions and should not be required on a regular basis.

Interviews are tentatively planned to take place on 25 November 2025 and applicants will be informed of any changes accordingly.

Person specification

Experience/Qualifications

• MRCPCH or its recognised equivalent.
• Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview.
• If trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Paediatrics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date.
• If trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by the date of AAC.)

Clinical Skills & Experience

• Paediatric Emergency Medicine skills and experience.
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

Knowledge

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty.

Organisation & Planning

• Experience and ability to work in multi‑professional teams.
• Understanding of NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints.
• Evidence of managerial skills: achievements / courses attended.

Teaching Skills

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching.
• Recognised teaching qualification.

Academic & Research

• Evidence of participation in audit.
• Research experience.
• Publications.

Career Progression & Personal Attributes

• Good communication skills both oral and written.
• Appropriate progression of career to date.

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications – We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.

Closing Adverts Early – In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified. Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.

Flexible Working – If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks – As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Skilled Worker Visa – Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.

UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Further Information – For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email [e-mail]. For help with the application process for Non‑Nursing vacancies, please email [e-mail].

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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.

Name: Catherine Bevan
Job title: Clinical Director
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01273 696955

Applicants are invited to visit the hospital or to phone via hospital switchboard on 01273 696955 for informal discussion by arrangement with:

Dr Catherine Bevan, Clinical Director – [e-mail]
Dr Emily Walton, Consultant Paediatrician – [e-mail]