Overview
In this role you will provide community paediatrics cover, working with multidisciplinary teams to assess, diagnose and manage developmental and neurodevelopmental needs in children. You will run clinics under consultant supervision and contribute to neurodevelopmental pathways and SEND planning. The post supports training and development with protected time for professional activities. You’ll help ensure high-quality, child-centered care across a rural NHS network and support education and governance activities.
Pay / Benefits
- 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
- Flexible working Scheme
- NHS Discounts
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Excellent opportunities for development
- Competitive NHS Pension scheme
Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose and manage paediatric patients with developmental, behavioural and complex health needs in community settings
- Run community paediatric clinics under consultant supervision
- Contribute to neurodevelopmental assessments for autism spectrum disorder
- Undertake initial health assessments for looked after children and contribute to care planning
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide medical advice for SEND/EHCP
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to statutory documentation
- Participate in clinical governance, audits, and service development
- Support teaching, supervision, and CPD for junior colleagues
Key requirements
- MBBS or equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Completion of at least four years postgraduate experience
- Ability to communicate clearly in English and work effectively in teams
- Decisiveness, accountability, and flexibility
- Experience with clinical governance and audit
- Willingness to work in a community paediatrics setting and travel as required
- communication skills
- teamwork
- flexibility
- neurodevelopmental assessment for autism spectrum disorder
- SEND/EHCP involvement
- clinical governance and quality improvement
Speciality Doctor Community Paediatrics in Kendal employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
