[ref. f92210818] Clinical Fellow in Haematology, Stem Cell Transplant and Oncology - Birmingham

Flexible working arrangements may be considered and discussions with the recruiting manager regarding this are encouraged.

Job overview

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust are inviting applications for our Clinical Fellowship in Paediatric Haematology-Oncology for a period of 12 months, commencing from November 2025.

This is a post created for an enthusiastic and highly able Paediatric Haematology-Oncology trainee to gain clinical experience in Haematology, Stem cell transplant and Oncology specialties at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, at middle grade level.

The postholder will work at middle grade level in the departments of oncology, stem cell transplant and clinical haematology.

The postholder will be able to gain valuable experience in managing children with solid tumours, CNS tumours, leukaemias, stem cell transplants and non-malignant haematological conditions including haemoglobinopathies and bleeding disorders.

Main duties of the job

It provides an ideal opportunity for additional training in haematology, transplantation and oncology in one of the largest Principal Treatment Centres in the UK.

It is particularly suitable for trainees post MRCPCH (or equivalent) who wish to gain further experience in a large UK paediatric haematology / oncology centre or develop an area of interest, prior to a career in either paediatric haematology or paediatric oncology in their home country.

This post offers comprehensive training in paediatric haematology-oncology and stem cell transplant. We aspire to develop the next generation of leading clinical and academic paediatric oncologists/Haematologists.

The postholder will gain experience in haematology and oncology and work alongside the Junior and Senior members of staff to provide a middle grade service covering inpatients and outpatients.

Working for our organisation

Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.

Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.

Forward Thinking Birmingham (FTB) Mental Health Services are a unique, innovative community and inpatient mental health partnership. Alongside partners FTB offers care pathways of mental health assessment and treatment for young people aged 0-25 years old.

Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are one of the largest haematology-oncology-BMT unit in the UK and trainees will learn to investigate and manage a wide range of common and rare conditions. The appointees will be expected to rotate through inpatient and outpatient oncology, neuro-oncology, malignant and benign haematology (haemophilia and haemoglobinopathy), and stem cell transplant. These rotations are distinct firms to allow the trainee to be immersed in the subspeciality areas and gain in depth exposure to the case load.Training will be provided as required for the postholder who will be expected to perform the following duties on a regular basis:

• Ward round and clinical care of inpatients.
• Review of unwell haematology / transplant/ oncology ‘drop-in’ patients.
• Bone marrow aspiration and trephine biopsy.
• Diagnostic lumbar puncture.
• Therapeutic lumbar puncture and the administration of intrathecal chemotherapy.
• Review of patients in leukaemia and oncology treatment clinics.
• Prescription of chemotherapy for patients attending treatment clinics and receiving inpatient chemotherapy.
• Supervision of ST2/3 and Trust doctors in the care of haematology / oncology patients.
• Out of hours cover for Haematology/Oncology/Stem Cell Transplant patients in the evening and weekends (on a rotation basis).

For further details please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS & CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

• Medical Degree from a University recognised by the GMC
• A minimum of 4 years full time post graduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part time basis) or equivalent experience and competencies and MRCPCH or equivalent
• Previous experience in Paediatric Medicine
• At least 1 year Experience in Haematology and Oncology

• Other Educational Qualification (ALS/APLS/ATLS)
• Post graduate fellowship in Haematology and Oncology

ELIGIBILITY

• Full GMC registration or eligible for the Medical Training Initiative (MTI)
• Evidence of achievement of Foundation competencies in line with GMC standards/Good Medical Practice
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK
• 12 months of continuous practice prior to being appointed and more than 3 years of practise in the last 5 years

ELIGIBILITY LANGUAGE SKILLS

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are competent to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
• Has understanding of the importance of communication within a clinical setting
• MTI applicants must demonstrate competency in English through a score of at least 7.0 in each component of the English Language Testing Service (IELTS) test with no less than 7.5 overall or a grade of B in each component of the medical version of the Occupational English Test (or OET)

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Judgement: Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive or pressurised situations. Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help
• Problem Solving: Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind. Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving.
• Situation Awareness: Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly.
• Decision Making: Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
• Leadership and Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate leadership when appropriate. Capacity to establish good working relations with others.
• Organisation and Planning: Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent and important demands, as well as follow instructions. Understands the importance and impact of information systems.
• Career Objectives Ability to demonstrate an understanding of current career pathways

• Knowledge of wider health debate and NHS Structures, and current media issues.
• Ability to acknowledge that behaviour needs to modify to the situation and audience.

PROBITY

• Professional Integrity: Takes responsibility for own actions, demonstrates respect for the rights of all. Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent. Awareness of importance of being the patients’ advocate, clinical governance and responsibilities of an NHS employee.
• Professional Attitude: Reliable, self awareness, self motivation, commitment, dedication, positive, flexible, innovative, methodical, organised and approachable

Should any new information become available, you will be kept informed of this throughout your recruitment process.

This information will be treated in a confidential manner.