• Job Description

  Req#: B0474-25-0077?language=en&page=10&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Post-CCT Fellow in Paediatric Neurodisability & Neurorehabilitation to make a lasting difference to children with brain injury and neuro-disability. This would a great opportunity for anyone with CCT or equivalent training/experience who would like to pursue further experience in Paediatric Neurodisability & Neurorehabilitation prior to taking up a substantive consultant post either at The Childrens Trust or another setting.

  Staff benefits include, free shuttle bus, ability to retain NHS Pension and more Read below.

  You will have the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an environment that is as unusual in its beautiful historic nature, as it is unique in its state-of-the-art facilities.

  The Childrens Trust is the largest paediatric inpatient provider of tertiary (level 1) specialised neurorehabilitation for children and young people with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). As a Post-CCT Fellow, you will be a key member of the Medical Team, providing clinical care for children and young people who are admitted to The Childrens Trust for specialised neurorehabilitation.

  You will receive support from Consultants in Paediatric Neurodisability, Consultant Paediatrician, and Associate Specialist in Neurodisability.

  Working hours are 9am - 5pm daily, with no obligatory Out of Hours cover.

  Main duties of the job

  Role Requirements

  To succeed in this high profile and diverse role, you must demonstrate:

  Full professional GMC registration and licence to practice and an MBBS or equivalent.

  Extensive experience in Paediatrics and previous experience/training in Neurodisability or Neurology.

  Strong clinical skills, combined with excellent child and family focussed interpersonal skills.

  A caring, supportive and can-do approach.

  For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Vijay Palanivel, Medical Director & Consultant in Paediatric Neurodisability: 01737 364388.

  Interview Date: week commencing 23rd June.

  About us

  About Us

  The Childrens Trust is the UKs leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.

  Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.

  Staff Benefits

  The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment.

  We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.

  Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

  Details

  Date posted

  23 May 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  £86,548 a year inclusive of London weighting

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  B0474-25-0077

  Job locations

  The Childrens Trust

  Tadworth Court

  Tadworth

  Surrey

  KT20 5RU

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Clinical Casework

  The timetable and job planning will be carried out with the Medical Director, bearing in mind the requirements of the organisation. A formal job plan will be agreed between the post-holder and Medical Director, three months after commencing the post, and reviewed at least annually thereafter, as part of the appraisal process.

  Responsibilities may include:

  Contributing to the admission of all new patients for neurorehabilitation and providing regular medical support in consultation with the childs consultant.

  Day to day supervision of the children, attending regular unit meetings, arranging investigations, writing admission and discharge summaries.

  Managing clinical cases with the support, and under the direction, of the consultant.

  Medical ward rounds, phlebotomy, tracheostomy and gastrostomy button changes, drug charts and reports.

  Attending and contributing to specialist clinics neuropsychiatry, epilepsy, orthopaedic, spinal, respiratory, audiology, ophthalmology, dental, palliative care, and splint/brace.

  Management of tone including ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections with support and under the direction of the consultant.

  Devising emergency protocols.

  Serve as a Member of the Emergency Response Team.

  Medical Team

  Support and participate at the weekly medical team meetings.

  Participate in arrangements, as required by the Medical Director, e.g. timely submission of annual leave requests, study leave, etc.

  Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, teaching sessions and journal clubs.

  Participate in service development, e.g. development of policies and protocols, digitalisation of services, e.g. medical records.

  Research, Audit & Clinical Governance

  To participate fully in the investigation of complaints, clinical incidents and near misses in line with The Childrens Trusts policies, using IRAR (online incident reporting system).

  To work within the operational policies, procedures and protocols relating to The Childrens Trust.

  To actively participate in annual appraisal, supervision, and the job plan review process.

  To maintain clinical CPD activity and participate in the Revalidation process.

  To participate in clinical governance activities.

  Interest in research activity will be encouraged, and protected time allocated for participation if required.

  Education and Training

  To provide guidance and support to immediate medical and multi-disciplinary team colleagues, and the wider service where appropriate.

  To participate in orientation and induction for new medical staff as appropriate.

  Represent the Medical Team and participate in organisation-wide activity as appropriate.

  Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

  Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

  Professionalism

  Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

  Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

  Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

  Takes action and raises concerns.

  Health and Safey

  Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.

  Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.

  Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.

  Promotes the health and safety of others.

  Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.

  Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

  Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

  Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.

  Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.

  Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.

  Remains organised and focused when under pressure.

  Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.

  Motivates self and other.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  Clinical Casework

  The timetable and job planning will be carried out with the Medical Director, bearing in mind the requirements of the organisation. A formal job plan will be agreed between the post-holder and Medical Director, three months after commencing the post, and reviewed at least annually thereafter, as part of the appraisal process.

  Responsibilities may include:

  Contributing to the admission of all new patients for neurorehabilitation and providing regular medical support in consultation with the childs consultant.

  Day to day supervision of the children, attending regular unit meetings, arranging investigations, writing admission and discharge summaries.

  Managing clinical cases with the support, and under the direction, of the consultant.

  Medical ward rounds, phlebotomy, tracheostomy and gastrostomy button changes, drug charts and reports.

  Attending and contributing to specialist clinics neuropsychiatry, epilepsy, orthopaedic, spinal, respiratory, audiology, ophthalmology, dental, palliative care, and splint/brace.

  Management of tone including ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections with support and under the direction of the consultant.

  Devising emergency protocols.

  Serve as a Member of the Emergency Response Team.

  Medical Team

  Support and participate at the weekly medical team meetings.

  Participate in arrangements, as required by the Medical Director, e.g. timely submission of annual leave requests, study leave, etc.

  Attend multi-disciplinary meetings, teaching sessions and journal clubs.

  Participate in service development, e.g. development of policies and protocols, digitalisation of services, e.g. medical records.

  Research, Audit & Clinical Governance

  To participate fully in the investigation of complaints, clinical incidents and near misses in line with The Childrens Trusts policies, using IRAR (online incident reporting system).

  To work within the operational policies, procedures and protocols relating to The Childrens Trust.

  To actively participate in annual appraisal, supervision, and the job plan review process.

  To maintain clinical CPD activity and participate in the Revalidation process.

  To participate in clinical governance activities.

  Interest in research activity will be encouraged, and protected time allocated for participation if required.

  Education and Training

  To provide guidance and support to immediate medical and multi-disciplinary team colleagues, and the wider service where appropriate.

  To participate in orientation and induction for new medical staff as appropriate.

  Represent the Medical Team and participate in organisation-wide activity as appropriate.

  Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

  Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

  Professionalism

  Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust.

  Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times.

  Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times.

  Takes action and raises concerns.

  Health and Safey

  Adheres to all Health and Safety guidelines, principles, and regulations to perform your role and comply with The Childrens Trust policies and procedures.

  Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post.

  Adhere to manual handling procedures and complete mandatory manual handling training.

  Promotes the health and safety of others.

  Uses the incident reporting and risk assessment system (IRAR), to identify and report risks and incidents/actions if directed.

  Responsible for identifying and mitigating risk within the work environment.

  Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience

  Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems.

  Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary.

  Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.

  Remains organised and focused when under pressure.

  Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback.

  Motivates self and other.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience in Paediatrics
  • Previous experience in Neurodisability/Neurology

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MBBS / Equivalent
  • GMC Registration
  • License to Practice

  Desirable

  • Postgraduate Qualification

  Skills & Abilities

  Essential

  • Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems under supervision.
  • Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement.
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems.
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
  • Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & potential to contribute to quality improvement projects (QIP).
  • Evidence of active participation in clinical audits & QIP.

  Personal Qualities

  Essential

  • Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
  • Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
  • Highly motivated and reliable.
  • Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Experience in Paediatrics
  • Previous experience in Neurodisability/Neurology

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • MBBS / Equivalent
  • GMC Registration
  • License to Practice

  Desirable

  • Postgraduate Qualification

  Skills & Abilities

  Essential

  • Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems under supervision.
  • Capacity for excellent clinical & diagnostic skills & judgement.
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritise clinical need & to look at the social context of medical problems.
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues.
  • Effective communicator, able to work in a multidisciplinary team.

  Knowledge

  Essential

  • Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit & potential to contribute to quality improvement projects (QIP).
  • Evidence of active participation in clinical audits & QIP.

  Personal Qualities

  Essential

  • Commitment to the vision and values of The Childrens Trust.
  • Flexible and can do attitude to competing commitments in workload.
  • Highly motivated and reliable.
  • Ability to cope working in a demanding environment.

  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.

  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.

  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

  The Children's Trust

  Address

  The Childrens Trust

  Tadworth Court

  Tadworth

  Surrey

  KT20 5RU

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  The Children's Trust

  Address

  The Childrens Trust

  Tadworth Court

  Tadworth

  Surrey

  KT20 5RU

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.thechildrenstrust.org.uk/jobs (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

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