[ref. e30737921] Consultant Paediatrician,Named Doctor & Med Advisor Fostering/Adoption - NHS
Job overview
Community Consultant Paediatrician Richmond, who will also be the Named Doctor for Children Looked After and Medical Officer for Adoption and Fostering in Richmond. Full time (10 PAs)
This is a statutory role for leadership and also needs to fulfill the role of a developmental paediatrician in the community, alongside contributing in the integrated weekly safeguarding rota for Richmond.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Community Consultant Paediatrician to join our closely knit multi-disciplinary Specialist Children's Community Services team based at Ham Clinic, in Ham.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dedicated specialist supportive multi-disciplinary team providing excellent community services improving the health and well-being of children, young people and families of Richmond.
A vacancy has arisen due to the current post holder moving and includes responsibilities in neurodevelopmental paedatrics and safeguarding. Currently we work with our safeguarding partner in Hounslow.
We are looking for someone who is flexible, excellent communication skills and is a team player.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work as part of a small team consisting of 3 Consultant Community Paediatricians, specialist nurses and dedicated administrative support.
They will deliver 10 programmed activities on average a week including the named Dr CLA, Medical Officer for Adoption and Fostering, Child developmental clinic, Child Protection Medical rota and an MDT, (autism/neurodisability) or SEN or CLA clinic.
The successful applicant will be expected to local agencies and authorities providing specialist paediatric medical advice.
Provide leadership including contributing to the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines and service evaluation/development.
Working for our organisation
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further detail.
AAC 13-May-2025
JD is with Royal College for approval.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria- Qualified medical practitioner
- Full GMC registration
- Post graduate qualification : eg: MRCPH, Msc, DCH, DCCH, MBA or other relevant diplomas.
Other
Essential criteria- EEA Residency status or work permit
- Act as an Ambassador for the Trust and work in accordance with Trust Values of Care, Respect and Communication
- Able to travel independently
- Satisfactory enhanced CRB check
- Reference from LAC colleagues (Consultant rank)
Experience
Essential criteria- Senior Consultant Paediatrician with a wide breadth of knowledge in all areas of community paediatrics (child development, autism, neurodisability, SEND, child protection)
- Level 3+ in Safeguarding Children equivalent training
- Specialist experience in one or more areas of practice
- Experience in adult medical examination and reporting is desirable.
Knowledge and skills
Essential criteria- Ability to assess a normal child and to recognise and appropriately manage abnormality
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of how working in community settings differs from hospital.
- Willingness to work without immediate supervision but with an awareness of one’s individual limitations.
- Capacity to take in others’ perspectives and treat others with understanding
- Experience of communicating with other disciplines
- Capacity to manage difficult situations under pressure. Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
- Capacity to achieve a balance between urgent and important demands
Teaching, audit and research
Essential criteria- Participation in research or clinical audit
- Willingness to take part in teaching
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Demonstrated ability or experience in teaching e;g ST8 , Medical students and other allied health professionals
Management
Essential criteria- Understanding of management issues Including medical discipline , clinical governance , service planning
- Willingness to participate in service developments
- Experience in planning and implementation of services