Job summary
- Main area
- Neurology
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
- Contract
- 5 months (Fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 425-25-7438281-B
- Employer
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £52,656 - £65,048 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/10/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 16/10/2025
Employer heading
Junior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Neurology (ST1-ST3)
NHS Medical & Dental: Junior Clinical Fellow
Job overview
Fixed Term: 4/5 months
Join our dynamic paediatric neurology team. We're offering an exciting full-time placement from October/ November 2025 to 26 February 2026, ideal for ST1–3 level doctors seeking valuable, hands-on experience within a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
The service provides tertiary level care and supports a number of sub-specialist areas, including complex epilepsy, ketogenic diet management, movement disorders, ataxia and neuromuscular services.
Interviews expected to held w/c 13th October 2025.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into Clinical Lead for Paediatric Neurology, your responsibilities will include:
• To work within the paediatric neurology team to care for all paediatric neurology in-patients.
• Assessment of patients referred acutely from primary care and the emergency department.
• Assessment and management of medical day care patients.
• You will be expected to maintain clear and accurate clinical records, participate in weekly educational and multidisciplinary meetings, and contribute to medical audit
• Supporting the teaching of medical students
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
Desirable criteria
- PLS / APLS
- MRCPCH / MCEM
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum 2 years post-graduate clinical experience
- At least 4 months experience in paediatrics
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Good medical knowledge in Paediatric Medicine
- Conduct basic clinical assessments of children presenting with a range of illnesses and injuries.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues.
- Awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles.
- Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes
- Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement.
- Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects.
- Ability to deliver effective teaching and feedback.
Desirable criteria
- Good working knowledge of paediatric neurology
Personal
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
- Dr Archana Desurkar
- Job title
- Paediatric Neurologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 271 7000
- Additional information
The listed phone number is the Trust's switchboard contact number. Please request to be transferred to Dr Archana Desurkar via switchboard.
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