Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics

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The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Specialty Doctor in Paediatrics

The closing date is 11 November 2026

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Job summary

The normal working day consists of covering the Paediatrics ward (C2) , Neonatal unit

(NNU) or the Paediatrics assessment unit (PAU) as per rota allocation as a level 2 doctor (Registrar level). You will also be doing out-of-hours including long days and night shifts as per rota schedules. During out of hours, you will be carrying the Tier 2 crash bleeps and attend any emergencies.

Providing resident doctors cover for the HDU

Running independent outpatient clinics and ward rounds with Consultant supervision

Undertaking rounds in wards and neonatal unit

Attending abnormal deliveries.

Admitting emergencies and booked cases and undertaking routine ward duties

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to participate in the Paediatrics, Neonates and PAU on-call rota and will be paid accordingly.

Working collaboratively with colleagues to further develop and improve the service and create a culture that is respectful, fair, supportive, and compassionate by role modelling behaviours.

Undertake duties on the ward and in the outpatient clinic.

adequately assess a patient's condition(s), taking account of their history, including

o symptoms

o relevant psychological, spiritual, social, economic, and cultural factors

o the patient's views, needs, and values

carry out a physical examination where necessary

promptly provide (or arrange) suitable advice, investigation or treatment where necessary

propose, provide or prescribe drugs or treatment (including repeat prescriptions) only when you have adequate knowledge of the patient's health and are satisfied that the drugs or treatment will meet their needs

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-1026-8366948

Job locations

Russells Hall Hospital

Russells Hall Hospital

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise at time of appointment
• Medical Degree from a recognised university
• MRCPCH(UK) or recognised equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty
• Shall have equivalent experience and competencies.

Professional Values and behaviours

Essential

• Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medial Practice and Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for Dentists)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise at time of appointment
• Medical Degree from a recognised university
• MRCPCH(UK) or recognised equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Shall have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) at least two of which will be in a specialty training programme in a relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in a relevant specialty
• Shall have equivalent experience and competencies.

Professional Values and behaviours

Essential

• Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all doctors as set out in GMC Good Medial Practice and Generic Professional Capabilities Framework (or equivalent for Dentists)

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

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Russells Hall Hospital

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Russells Hall Hospital

Russells Hall Hospital

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant - Paediatrics

Muhammad Salman Khurshid

[email protected]

01384456111

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

253-1026-8366948

Job locations

Russells Hall Hospital

Russells Hall Hospital

Dudley

DY1 2HQ

United Kingdom

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