Consultant Paediatrician in Howden

Location: Livingston

Hours: Negotiable

Salary: Competitive

About the Role

21HSC are recruiting on behalf of a specialist independent healthcare provider for an experienced Consultant Paediatrician to join a growing multidisciplinary neurodevelopmental assessment service. Working alongside the Clinical Director, Senior Leadership Team, and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering specialist paediatric assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and clinical recommendations for children, young people, and young adults presenting with complex neurodevelopmental conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delay, and associated needs. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a person-centred, evidence-based service committed to delivering high-quality assessments and support that improve outcomes for children, young people, and their families. The role offers the opportunity to contribute strategically to service development while working within Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) standards and Scottish national frameworks.

Role and Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist paediatric assessments for children and young people presenting with neurodevelopmental differences and developmental concerns.
• Conduct detailed developmental history taking, medical examinations, clinical observations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Formulate diagnoses and contribute to multidisciplinary assessment outcomes and intervention planning.
• Produce high-quality, comprehensive diagnostic reports and medical recommendations for families, education services, local authorities, and partner agencies.
• Work collaboratively with Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Service Managers, and wider clinical colleagues to provide a seamless assessment experience.
• Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical policies, procedures, and assessment pathways.
• Provide specialist consultation, advice, and training to colleagues, partner organisations, and external professionals.
• Facilitate reflective practice sessions and contribute to clinical peer discussions across the organisation.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and comprehensive electronic and written clinical records in line with GDPR and professional standards.
• Ensure compliance with General Medical Council (GMC) requirements, Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) regulations, and organisational policies.
• Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal processes, quality assurance activities, and ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to service innovation, governance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Medical Degree and full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a valid Licence to Practise.
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Paediatrics or Community Child Health, or within six months of obtaining Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT).
• MRCPCH or equivalent higher professional qualification in paediatric medicine.
• Child Protection and Safeguarding training.
• Significant post-qualification experience within General Paediatrics, Community Child Health, CAMHS, or Specialist Children's Services.
• Demonstrable experience assessing, diagnosing, and managing children and young people with Autism, ADHD, Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD/Dyspraxia), learning disabilities, and developmental delay.
• Strong understanding of Scottish child health legislation, national guidance, and the Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC) framework.
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and risk assessment skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information clearly and sensitively.
• Ability to build effective relationships with families, colleagues, education providers, and statutory agencies.
• Commitment to high standards of clinical governance, ethical practice, confidentiality, and person-centred care.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Postgraduate qualifications or additional specialist training in neurodevelopment, child development, clinical education, or related fields.
• Experience working within independent healthcare or private clinical practice settings.
• Experience using electronic health record systems and digital clinical documentation platforms.
• Involvement in research, service development, quality improvement, or clinical teaching activities.
• Experience delivering training, consultation, and supervision to multidisciplinary teams.

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate, empathetic, and child-centred approach to clinical practice.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent children, young people, and their families.
• Professional, trustworthy, and able to work autonomously while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to manage complex clinical caseloads effectively.
• Strong leadership skills and a commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional development.
• Dedicated to promoting inclusion, diversity, and the rights of children and young people.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be expected to maintain full GMC registration and participate in ongoing CPD activities relevant to neurodevelopmental paediatric practice. The organisation is committed to supporting clinical excellence through regular supervision, peer support, professional development opportunities, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Enhanced PVG Scheme membership will be required prior to employment.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please click Apply to submit your CV. Alternatively, for more information and a detailed job description, contact the 21 Health and Social Care team.

Interview Process

Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to an initial Teams or face-to-face discussion with 21HSC, followed by a formal interview with the organisation's senior leadership and clinical team.