• Job Description

  Req#: C9279-25-0805?language=en&page=892&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  University Hospitals Sussex (East) are looking for an outstanding locum paediatric anaesthetist to join our team looking after patients from pre-term neonates to teenagers, working in a fantastic area of the country. Our anaesthetic department is dynamic and has an excellent reputation for teaching, research and innovation for the benefit of our population. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to hone and expand their clinical skills in addition to developing services within University Hospitals Sussex and our partner organisations.This is a fixed term post, to cover temporary planned absences in the anaesthetic department.The successful applicant would work primarily at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital but there will also be opportunities to work with adult patients at the Princess Royal (Haywards Heath), Lewes Victoria Hospital and Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton) sites. The latter hospital is the site of the ongoing 3Ts redevelopment (Tertiary, Trauma and Teaching), which has recently seen the completion of the Louisa Martindale Building, which boasts state-of-the-art operating theatres, teaching and rest facilities, many with stunning sea views.

  Visiting our department prior to interview is encouraged, and if unfamiliar with the hospital, contact with the clinical lead or clinical director prior to application would also be welcomed

  Main duties of the job

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  Due to the nature of the work undertaken, considerable experience in the delivery of anaesthesia for a wide range of procedures in paediatric patients from neonates to teenagers is expected. The posts are flexible in nature, but offer the opportunity to expand and hone practice in a variety of subspeciality areas as well as adult general lists. The weekly list allocations are consultant led and can hence be tailored to the interests and skills of individuals.

  There are plenty of opportunities for leading service development and quality improvement projects and experience/enthusiasm for these areas would be welcomed.

  We are large teaching department with an associated medical school so we expect all consultants to participate in the education and training of medical and non-medical colleagues. Those with a proven track record of delivering education to these groups will find plenty to occupy themselves.

  Further details of the duties of the role can be obtained by contacting the clinical lead or clinical director.

  About us

  At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

  We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

  As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

  We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

  Details

  Date posted

  01 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Hospital medical and dental staff

  Grade

  Consultant

  Salary

  £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum

  Contract

  Fixed term

  Duration

  6 months

  Working pattern

  Full-time

  Reference number

  279-MWRSCHFTCONANAES-459

  Job locations

  Royal Sussex County Hospital

  Brighton

  BN2 5BE

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The job plan will consist of flexible paediatric lists based at the Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital in Brighton. Although supporting the paediatric anaesthesia service will be the primary aim of the role, adult general lists will also be scheduled at the Princess Royal or Royal Sussex County Hospital depending on the interest and skill set of the successful individual. The job plan will also include annualised flexible in year sessions which may be undertaken on week or weekend days by mutual agreement. There is no on call commitment initially with this post, however this may be later incorporated by mutual agreement. Each half day session is 5 hours (1.25 PA).

  Participation in monthly department governance meetings and revalidation requirements will be included within the 1 SPA allocation of this post. In addition, there will be responsibilities for supervising and assessing specialist trainees and other members of the multi disciplinary team.

  The post holder will have a commitment to teaching of both undergraduates and postgraduates and evidence of active participation in teaching.

  When appointed to the Trust Consultants will be expected to work from any Trust site.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The job plan will consist of flexible paediatric lists based at the Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital in Brighton. Although supporting the paediatric anaesthesia service will be the primary aim of the role, adult general lists will also be scheduled at the Princess Royal or Royal Sussex County Hospital depending on the interest and skill set of the successful individual. The job plan will also include annualised flexible in year sessions which may be undertaken on week or weekend days by mutual agreement. There is no on call commitment initially with this post, however this may be later incorporated by mutual agreement. Each half day session is 5 hours (1.25 PA).

  Participation in monthly department governance meetings and revalidation requirements will be included within the 1 SPA allocation of this post. In addition, there will be responsibilities for supervising and assessing specialist trainees and other members of the multi disciplinary team.

  The post holder will have a commitment to teaching of both undergraduates and postgraduates and evidence of active participation in teaching.

  When appointed to the Trust Consultants will be expected to work from any Trust site.

  Person Specification

  Experience /Qualifications

  Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oFRCA or appropriate specialist qualification
  • oFull and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Anaesthetics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

  Desirable

  • oHigher Degree
  • oHigher degree related to anaesthesia

  Clinical Skills & Experience

  Essential

  • oAdvanced training paediatric anaesthesia
  • oDeliver safe and effective perioperative anaesthetic care to patients undergoing complex general surgical procedures.

  Desirable

  • oExperience of perioperative care of neonates
  • oExperience of delivering sedation to children
  • oPost CCT fellowship in paediatric anaesthesia or equivalent consultant level experience

  Knowledge

  Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

  Organisation & Planning

  Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

  Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

  Teaching Skills

  Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

  Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification

  Acaedemic & Research

  Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

  Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes & Honours

  Career Progression of Career to date

  Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date & Personal Attributes
  • oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

  Person Specification

  Experience /Qualifications

  Essential

  • oBasic medical degree
  • oFRCA or appropriate specialist qualification
  • oFull and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. o If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Anaesthetics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. o If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

  Desirable

  • oHigher Degree
  • oHigher degree related to anaesthesia

  Clinical Skills & Experience

  Essential

  • oAdvanced training paediatric anaesthesia
  • oDeliver safe and effective perioperative anaesthetic care to patients undergoing complex general surgical procedures.

  Desirable

  • oExperience of perioperative care of neonates
  • oExperience of delivering sedation to children
  • oPost CCT fellowship in paediatric anaesthesia or equivalent consultant level experience

  Knowledge

  Desirable

  • oBreadth of experience in and outside specialty

  Organisation & Planning

  Essential

  • oExperience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
  • oUnderstanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints

  Desirable

  • oEvidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

  Teaching Skills

  Essential

  • oEvidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

  Desirable

  • oRecognised teaching qualification

  Acaedemic & Research

  Essential

  • oEvidence of participation in audit

  Desirable

  • Research experience
  • Publications
  • Prizes & Honours

  Career Progression of Career to date

  Essential

  • oAppropriate progression of career to date & Personal Attributes
  • oEvidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Additional information

  Disclosure and Barring Service Check

  This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  UK Registration

  Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

  Address

  Royal Sussex County Hospital

  Brighton

  BN2 5BE

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

  Address

  Royal Sussex County Hospital

  Brighton

  BN2 5BE

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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