Consultant in Paediatric RespiratoryMedicine

NHS

  • Leicester
  • £105,504-139,882 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory MedicineThis is a new full time (10-programmed activities) substantive consultant post to support (and eventually lead) the cystic fibrosis service, and to support the regional PCD and expanding Paediatric Respiratory Medicine services in Leicester.The post holder will join the existing clinical respiratory team in participating in all aspects of paediatric respiratory medicine. The inpatient service is based at the Leicester Children's Hospital (on the Leicester Royal Infirmary site), where the successful candidate will share consultant duties as daytime consultant of the week (1 in 7).Main duties of the jobMain duties of the job post are listed separately in the job description.PRINCIPAL ELEMENTS OF THE JOBTo contribute to the provision of the paediatric respiratory service, including:Tertiary paediatric cystic fibrosis and respiratory outpatient clinics, quaternary PCD clinics.Inpatient consultant cover for paediatric respiratory patients, and as part of the shared respiratory consultant of the week daytime rota (1 in 7; 0900 till 1700 Monday-Friday, 0900 till 1300 Weekends)Paediatric flexible bronchoscopyPromote and strengthen links with colleagues in the region (primary care and local district general hospitals) with a view to increasing formal outreachOpportunities to develop further areas of subspecialty interest in areas of respiratory medicine which compliments the interests of the rest of the departmentSuccessful candidates will be encouraged to participate with departmental research activity and develop their own areas of research interestAbout usOur new strategy, 'Leading in healthcare, trusted in communities' was developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners and is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).We have four primary goals:
  • high-quality care for all,
  • being a great place to work,
  • partnerships for impact, and
  • research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
  • we are compassionate,
  • we are proud,
  • we are inclusive, and
  • we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.DetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number358-7374137-CONJob locationsChildren's HospitalInfirmary SquareLeicesterLE1 5WWJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesDetails of the post available are listed separately in the job description.For informal visits please contact:Dr Erol Gaillard, Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine email: eag15@leicester.ac.ukMobile number 07949 743 575Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesDetails of the post available are listed separately in the job description.For informal visits please contact:Dr Erol Gaillard, Consultant in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine email: eag15@leicester.ac.ukMobile number 07949 743 575Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential
  • MB BS or Equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCPCH or Equivalent
  • APLS
Desirable
  • Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
  • Higher degree eg MSc, MD or equivalent
Communication skillsEssential
  • Clear, fluent application Clear, fluent written presentation. Clear, fluent verbal presentation
  • To demonstrate empathy and sensitivity, with the capacity to understand and appreciate others' perspectives, and to treat everyone with compassion and respect.
Desirable
  • Demonstrable track record of successful change management
Commitment to Trust Values andEssential
  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Reseach & AuditEssential
  • Previous experience in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
Desirable
  • Training/qualification in teaching
Experience/Clinical SkillsEssential
  • Fully trained in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence based practice
  • IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word
Desirable
  • Evidence of experience in management of children with CF and PCD
ManagementEssential
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team & supervise juniors
  • Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
  • Evidence of management and administration experience
  • Management training on an accredited course
Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential
  • MB BS or Equivalent
  • Full GMC Registration
  • MRCPCH or Equivalent
  • APLS
Desirable
  • Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations
  • Higher degree eg MSc, MD or equivalent
Communication skillsEssential
  • Clear, fluent application Clear, fluent written presentation. Clear, fluent verbal presentation
  • To demonstrate empathy and sensitivity, with the capacity to understand and appreciate others' perspectives, and to treat everyone with compassion and respect.
Desirable
  • Demonstrable track record of successful change management
Commitment to Trust Values andEssential
  • Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Reseach & AuditEssential
  • Previous experience in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
Desirable
  • Training/qualification in teaching
Experience/Clinical SkillsEssential
  • Fully trained in Paediatric Respiratory Medicine
  • Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems; demonstrates clear, logical thinking/analytical approach; understands evidence based practice
  • IT Skills, ability to use web browser, excel, word
Desirable
  • Evidence of experience in management of children with CF and PCD
ManagementEssential
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team & supervise juniors
  • Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS
  • Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues
Desirable
  • Evidence of management and administration experience
  • Management training on an accredited course

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