Senior Clinical Fellow (ST3+) in Paediatric Emergency Medicine in Sheffield

We are offering exciting opportunities for senior clinical fellows in paediatric emergency medicine. The posts provide the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a wide range of paediatric emergency presentations and would be relevant for those pursuing a career in emergency medicine or paediatrics in the future.

The Emergency Department at Sheffield Children's is a vibrant, high-performing team providing emergency care for children under 16, with over 65,000 attendances annually. As a designated Major Trauma Centre, we manage the full spectrum of paediatric emergency presentations, from minor injuries to critical care cases. Our team includes consultants, ST1-2 trainees, Resident Doctors (CT3+), ENPs, and GPs, supported by an adjacent Acute Assessment Unit (AAU).

Main duties of the job:

• Provide clinical care on the CT3+ Resident Doctors rota, including nights and weekends
• Work closely with PEM consultants and the multidisciplinary team
• Contribute to clinical leadership, education, and supervision of junior colleagues
• Maintain accurate clinical records
• Participate in departmental audits, QI projects, and teaching sessions

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We are proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England - and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire - in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence - to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we are excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts - helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications & Training:

• Full GMC Registration
• MBBS / MBChB or equivalent
• MRCPCH/ MRCEM
• APLS / EPLS / ATLS or equivalent
• GIC or equivalent
• Instructor on a life support course

• Demonstrable ability to work independently within UK healthcare settings, including familiarity with NHS clinical processes, policies, and governance frameworks
• Minimum 2 years postgraduate medical experience
• Paediatrics and/or emergency medicine at ST1-3 level (or equivalent) for at least 12 months
• Experience in postgraduate teaching, academic research, and team leadership

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
• Awareness of safeguarding and child protection principles
• Knowledge of clinical governance and audit processes
• Understanding of the principles of clinical audit and quality improvement
• Evidence of participation in audit or quality improvement projects
• Ability to deliver effective teaching and feedback
• Use of evidence-based practice
• Safeguarding level 3 DCH or equivalent

• Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs

This 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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.