Consultant in Paediatric Otolaryngology

Mynd nôl Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Consultant in Paediatric Otolaryngology The closing date is 17 December 2025 CONSULTANT PAEDIATRIC ENT SURGEON (7 PAs) Applications are invited for the above post at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust. This is a less than full time substantive post. The holder will be part of the paediatric ENT department, in the Sight and Sound Directorate. This is a 7 PA per week role supporting the consultant group in delivering a tertiary and quaternary level paediatric ENT service. The holder is required to have a fellowship in Paediatric ENT and is expected to have a leading role in developing the existing paediatric ENT research portfolio particularly with regards to otology. There is a 1 in 8 on call commitment. Duties of the post will include a weekly paediatric ENT outpatient clinic, a research clinic, theatre sessions with patient related administration and attendance at departmental meetings. The post holder will also provide ENT support to the GOSH craniofacial team. The specialty lead is Miss Michelle Wyatt and the department consists of 9 Consultants (excluding this post), 5 specialist trainees and 2 Clinical Fellow posts that are educationally approved for training in ENT Surgery. The department also includes two ENT SHO grade doctors. Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust is a postgraduate teaching hospital, linked with the Institute of Child Health (ICH). Main duties of the job Specific Clinical Duties The post holder will be expected to provide a paediatric ENT Surgery Service at tertiary level. The post holder must work flexibly with colleagues to achieve the hospital agreed planned activity for inpatient and outpatient services. The post holder must work with colleagues to ensure all inpatients are reviewed every 24 hours by a senior doctor. The post holder will be required to participate in audit and contribute to the development and maintenance of clinical protocols and guidelines. About us We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care. Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team. We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued. Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments. The Trust encourages applications from all sections of the community. We offer a range of flexible working patterns; contact us for more information. Confirmation of enhanced disclosure will be required before appointment. Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Always welcoming Always helpful Always one team Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date) FRCS or equivalent CCT/CCST in Otolaryngology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or equivalent training and experience (eligible for CESR) Formal teaching qualification Experience/Knowledge Extensive experience in Paediatric ENT including a Paediatric ENT Fellowship Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes Experience of research in ENT Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks Experience of teaching students and multidisciplinary team working Skills/Abilities High level written and oral communication skills Ability to organise and prioritise own workload Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment. Disclosure and Barring Service Check 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata, per annum #J-18808-Ljbffr