Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics and Neonatology

This post offers an exciting opportunity to join a busy, forward-thinking paediatric team as a Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics. The role combines general paediatric and neonatal responsibilities within a supportive multidisciplinary service. With a varied caseload, opportunities to develop specialist interests and excellent consultant supervision, this is an ideal post for a doctor seeking to further their career in paediatrics in the UK.

Main Duties: 

• Participate in a 1:13 full-shift middle grade rota covering general paediatrics and neonates
• Deliver inpatient and acute paediatric care, including the Emergency Department, Children’s Assessment Unit and Paediatric Inpatient Unit
• Provide neonatal care within a Level 1 Special Care Baby Unit and attend delivery suite emergencies
• Contribute to outpatient clinics, including opportunities for independent registrar clinics alongside consultants
• Participate in teaching, audit, simulation training and departmental guideline development
• Supervise junior doctors and contribute to multidisciplinary teamwork
• Engage in quality improvement and governance activities 

The Hospital:

The children’s service is supported by a team of 12 consultants, 10 junior doctors and a dynamic middle-grade team. Facilities include:

• A 20+ bedded paediatric inpatient ward (with HDU capability)
• Children’s Assessment Unit co-located with the Emergency Department
• A Level 1 Special Care Baby Unit caring for around 3,600 births annually
• Dedicated outpatient suites, running general and specialist paediatric clinics
• Strong links with tertiary centres and opportunities for subspecialty exposure
• Well-equipped education and simulation facilities, with active teaching and training programmes

The Location:

The hospital is based in a coastal area of South East England, offering a unique blend of seaside living and access to countryside. The region is well connected, with rail links into London and nearby road and airport access. Families benefit from good schools and affordable housing, while the area itself offers beautiful beaches, historic towns, cultural festivals and a wide range of leisure activities. It is an excellent choice for those looking to balance a rewarding medical career with a high quality of life.

Requirements:

To apply for this position, you will need the following:

• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC registration
• At least three years’ experience in paediatrics, including neonatal exposure
• 1 year paediatrics experience in the NHS at registrar level
• Confidence in managing acute paediatric and neonatal cases with appropriate senior support
• APLS and NLS certification
• MRCPCH or equivalent
• Evidence of participation in teaching, audit or quality improvement
    

How BDI Resourcing can support

When choosing to apply for your next role with BDI Resourcing, you’ll have the full support of an expert recruitment team who will assist, as standard, with:

• CV Preparation using our recognised bespoke guidance
• Application support with expert knowledge of specialisms, NHS and local support
• Video based Interview Preparation using specific example questions according to job role
• Contract and offer negotiations for salary, relocation packages, tenure and more

Once you have accepted your new role, you’ll then be met by one of our dedicated relocation executives who will guide you through all the way to starting to your new role including:

• Document gathering and checking
• COS and Visa Application support if applicable
• Short- and long-term accommodation sourcing
• Travel Arrangements
• Family support for finding schools and any other aspects of pastoral care

How to Apply

To apply for this role, simply send your CV through to harry@bdiresourcing.com and one of our specialist medicine team can pick it up. If you have any questions or would like to know more, please email your queries through to the same address and one of our team will be in touch.