Job summaryApplications are invited for a substantive Consultant Paediatric and Perinatal Pathologist to join our Cellular Pathology department. The post is a (whole) full time Consultant post with 10 programmed activities (PAs) and the post holder will be based at St. George's Hospital. The post will include perinatal post-mortem (autopsy) pathology, placental pathology and routine paediatric surgical pathology.
The appointee is expected to have had specialist training in paediatric and perinatal pathology and to have passed the Final Paediatric Pathology Fellowship Exam of the Royal College of Pathologists or equivalentMain duties of the jobThe appointee, together with consultant colleagues in the Department, will be responsible for the provision of the paediatric and perinatal pathology reporting service.
This will include: Participation in the perinatal and hospital consented paediatric post-mortem service.- Reporting placentas. - Reporting routine paediatric surgical pathology. - Involvement in relevant clinicopathological meetings and MDTs. - Contribution to the training and supervision of junior medical staff. Participation in the coroner's paediatric post-mortem service is not a compulsory requirement of this post.
The post holder will however be permitted to undertake commensurate Coronial post-mortem work outside the NHS Consultant Job Plan subject to clinical lead approval, Coronial agreement, time shifting and service constraints.
The successful candidate will be expected to work with professional colleagues and local managers in the efficient running of the Service and will share with Consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the Trust's system of governance, and audit and maintain their CME/CPD.About usSt George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.
Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
DetailsDate posted26 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary
113,565 to 150,569 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number200-CW-713108-8198148-CAJob locationsSt. George's Hospital NHS TrustBlackshaw RoadLondonSW17 0QTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the Job Description for the Consultant Paediatric and Perinatal Pathologist position for a full break down of the main responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease view the Job Description for the Consultant Paediatric and Perinatal Pathologist position for a full break down of the main responsibilitiesPerson Specification
Education
EssentialFull and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview).Medical degree. FRCPath Paediatric / Perinatal Pathology by examination or equivalent. Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.Revalidation as appropriate. DesirableHigher degree in preparation or awarded.
Experience
EssentialAbility to take full and independent clinical responsibilitySpecialist training in Paediatric and Perinatal pathologyActive participation in clinical auditActive participation in teachingDesirableManagement experienceRelevant publication(s) in peer reviewed medical journal(s)Recent experience in independent reporting
Skills
EssentialAbility to advise on the efficient and smooth running of a specialist serviceAbility to organise and manage own time effectivelyA good understanding of auditTeaching and presentation skillsIT skillsDesirableLeadership skillsResearch skills
Personal
EssentialInterest in and commitment to research and teachingAbility to work in a teamGood interpersonal skillsCaring attitude to patientsCommitment to continuing medical educationDesirableReside within 10 miles of St George's Hospital during working week
Person Specification
Education
EssentialFull and specialist registration (and a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council (GMC) (or eligible for registration within six months of interview).Medical degree. FRCPath Paediatric / Perinatal Pathology by examination or equivalent. Applicants that are UK trained, must also be a holder of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or be within six months of award of CCT by date of interview. Applicants that are non-UK trained, will be required to show evidence of equivalence to the UK CCT.Revalidation as appropriate. DesirableHigher degree in preparation or awarded.
Experience
EssentialAbility to take full and independent clinical responsibilitySpecialist training in Paediatric and Perinatal pathologyActive participation in clinical auditActive participation in teachingDesirableManagement experienceRelevant publication(s) in peer reviewed medical journal(s)Recent experience in independent reporting
Skills
EssentialAbility to advise on the efficient and smooth running of a specialist serviceAbility to organise and manage own time effectivelyA good understanding of auditTeaching and presentation skillsIT skillsDesirableLeadership skillsResearch skills
Personal
EssentialInterest in and commitment to research and teachingAbility to work in a teamGood interpersonal skillsCaring attitude to patientsCommitment to continuing medical educationDesirableReside within 10 miles of St George's Hospital during working weekDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameSt George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt. George's Hospital NHS TrustBlackshaw RoadLondonSW17 0QTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSt George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressSt. George's Hospital NHS TrustBlackshaw RoadLondonSW17 0QTUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Consultant Paediatric and Perinatal Pathologist in London 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.
