Specialist Doctor in Looked After Children

Specialist Doctor in Looked After Children Posted 04 December 2025. 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Summary This substantive post is based at Staffordshire Children's Hospital at Royal Stoke which is part of the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) NHS Trust. Based at the child development centre on the Royal Stoke site, the successful applicant will join a well-established community paediatric team to provide a comprehensive community paediatric service for Stoke on Trent and North Staffordshire. The role includes participation in the child protection rota 9‑5 Monday to Friday. There is no requirement to participate in the West Midlands SARC service. Main Duties of the Job The post holder will assess, diagnose and manage common community paediatric problems including pre‑school ASD. ADHD assessment is not required as this is provided by the local CAMHS service. The post holder will be fully trained in the assessment of Looked After Children and be able to undertake these assessments independently. Opportunities to join the department for peer review sessions in both safeguarding and developmental paediatrics are available. Secretarial support is provided by a secretary and support secretary based nearby to the doctors’ shared offices where PC and internet access is provided. About Us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke‑on‑Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we serve around three million people and are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All employees contribute to our culture of inclusion and equal opportunities. We are committed to diversity and fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Details Date posted: 04 December 2025 Salary: £100,870 to £111,441 a year pro rata Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Part‑time Reference number: 205-7581919 Job location: Royal Stoke, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG Job Responsibilities Minimum 4 years (or equivalent) postgraduate training, two of which must have been in paediatrics or community paediatrics at ST1/2 level at least. 6 months experience within Looked After Children is essential, along with the expertise to assess a normal child and to recognise and appropriately manage abnormalities. Person Specification Essential Qualifications Fully registered with the GMC BLS/PL S/PiLS trained Desirable Qualifications Postgraduate qualification e.g. MRCPCH, MSc, DCH, DCCH, MBA or other relevant diplomas Essential Clinical Experience Minimum 4 years postgraduate training, two at ST1/2 level in paediatrics or community paediatrics Ability to assess a normal child and recognise and manage abnormalities Demonstrated understanding of community versus hospital settings Level 3 Child protection Desirable Clinical Experience Experience in assessing child development Experience in child protection Experience in health assessments of Looked After Children Experience in other areas relevant to child health (e.g., general practice, child mental health, sexual health, obstetrics, public health) Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and make decisions Demonstrated ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team Effective communication skills (report writing, thesis, etc.) Essential Management & Administrative Experience Experience and understanding of clinical audit Understanding of management issues including medical discipline, clinical governance, service planning Willingness to participate in service developments Desirable Management Experience Willingness to manage e.g. project work; mentoring junior staff Essential Teaching Experience Willingness to take part in teaching Evidence of continuing professional development Experience of supervising junior medical staff Ability to teach clinical skills Commitment to continuing medical education Desirable Teaching Experience Experience teaching basic clinical skills to undergraduates Experience teaching SHO's, medical students Formal training in research or teaching methods Essential Research Experience Participation in research or clinical audit Desirable Research Experience Conducting audit and research Essential Personal Attributes Willingness to work without immediate supervision, with awareness of own limitations Good written and oral communication skills Ability to manage time effectively Teamwork skills including with other health care professionals Willingness to work with a multi‑disciplinary team Ability to work under pressure Good organisational and management skills Good interpersonal skills, supportive and tolerant Enquiring, critical approach to work Caring attitude towards patients Effective communication with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies Desirable Personal Attributes Ability to work flexibly Willingness to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels Essential Personal Circumstances Ability and means to meet the travel requirements of the post. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Senior Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Part‑time Job Function Health Care Provider Medical Practices #J-18808-Ljbffr