Job Description

Job Title: Consultant Paediatrician
Grade: Consultant
Location: West Midlands
Working Hours: Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)
Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Consultant Paediatrician to join our vibrant and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a department that delivers high-quality general paediatric and neonatal care, with opportunities to develop a special interest such as paediatric respiratory medicine, endocrinology, or child protection.
You will be part of a team of 14 consultant paediatricians, providing care to children and families across the area. The post may include some peripheral clinics in nearby market towns.

Requirements

• Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Paediatrics (or within 6 months of interview)
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications and Fellowship of a Royal College (e.g., FRCPCH)
• Strong background in general paediatrics and neonatology
• Practical skills and experience in acute paediatric care and safeguarding

Typical Job Plan and Duties
A standard job plan includes:

• Consultant of the Week (CoW): 2.2 PAs, covering all patients seen by the paediatric team Monday–Thursday or Friday–Sunday. No other routine commitments during this period
• Twilight Consultant: 1.3 PAs, covering evening shifts Monday–Friday to support the CoW
• Night Rota: 4 resident 12-hour night shifts per 10-week cycle (1.9 PAs), with rest days before and after
• Non-resident On-call: 1 in 10 rota (0.37 PA)
• Outpatient Clinics: General and specialist clinics depending on interest
• Safeguarding Medicals: Acute cases during CoW, twilight, or night shifts
• Participation in emergency cover, clinical governance, and service development

About the Department

• A welcoming and enthusiastic team of 14 consultants
• Comprehensive services in general paediatrics, neonatology, and child safeguarding
• Opportunities to develop and lead on special interest areas
• Strong links with regional tertiary centres for specialist referrals
• Supportive environment for teaching, training, and clinical governance

About the Hospital

We work alongside some of the biggest and most well-established trusts in the UK in the West Midlands, providing acute and community services across all surrounding areas.

Why Live Here?

The area offers the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, canoeing, or exploring historic towns, there is something for everyone. The city boasts excellent schools, cultural venues, artisan food markets, and easy access to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.