Job Summary Applications are invited for the Post of Consultant Paediatrician with a special interest in Epilepsy. The Post offers 10 Programmed Activities. South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a passionate consultant paediatrician. The Post is a substantive Post, less than full‑time applications would also be welcomed. The Paediatric Department provides population‑based services across South Tyneside and Sunderland and works very closely with our multidisciplinary teams, special schools and health centres helping to bring services to the community as well as hospital‑based services. You will be expected to have, or to obtain within six months of interview, a CCT in Paediatrics. Please contact Dr Carl Harvey or Dr Madhu Dasarathi via the main switchboard on 0191 565 6256 for enquiries or to arrange a preliminary visit. Main Duties This Post will have a key focus on the care of children with epilepsy. You will also provide services within general paediatrics including contributing to the general paediatric on‑call and safeguarding rota, and will take a lead role (to be agreed upon appointment) depending upon interests and expertise. The department has a strong commitment to service development and teaching and applicants with shared enthusiasm for these areas are encouraged. About Us South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (Trust HQ, Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, SR4 7TP) employs about 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We offer our staff outstanding benefits such as a fitness centre, libraries, chaplaincy support, and access to a care coordinator for childcare arrangements. We are committed to put people first, respect, fairness and civility and to promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under‑represented groups. This is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer. Job Description You will join the existing team of general paediatrician and paediatric neurodisability consultants as well as the wider paediatric team including community paediatricians, specialist nurses, Cared for Health team, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. This Post will complement both general and neuro‑disability paediatric services. Responsibility Highlights

Provide specialist care for children with epilepsy. Contribute to general paediatric on‑call and safeguarding rota. Lead and participate in service development and teaching. Support multidisciplinary teams and community paediatric services. Engage in audit, research, and continuous professional development.

Person Specification Experience – Essential

Experience of child protection medical examination and compilation of reports. Demonstrated commitment to working within the speciality. Appropriate training/experience in area of special interest. Experience working with Cared for Health and CYP in need of permanence.

Experience – Desirable

Six months of tertiary neurology/neurodisability training managing patients with epilepsy. Seeing patients on a regular basis with epilepsy (e.g. weekly clinic). MDT experience managing patients with complex needs and epilepsy.

Qualifications – Essential

Primary medical qualification. Full GMC registration. Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility within six months of interview. CCT or equivalent in Paediatrics. Subspecialty training in Community Child Health, neurodisability or equivalent training.

Qualifications – Desirable

Specialist interest to support the Department. SPIN in Epilepsy. Completed PET courses 1, 2 and 3.

Management & Administrative Experience – Essential

Understanding of the NHS, clinical governance and resource issues. Evidence of organisational, management and time‑management skills.

Management & Administrative Experience – Desirable

Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding of management goals. Management course and/or certificate.

Personal Attributes – Essential

Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours. Flexible approach to service delivery and commitment to development. Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the Trust's obligations. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies. Understanding and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC.

Audit & Research – Essential

Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice. Involvement in recent quality improvement measures. Ability to undertake multi‑disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area. Good presentation skills. Experience of clinical research.

Audit & Research – Desirable

Published papers in refereed journals. Participation in National Epilepsy 12 Audit data collection.

Teaching & Education – Essential

Experience of supervising junior medical staff. Experience participating in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Ability to teach clinical, technical and practical skills.

Teaching & Education – Desirable

Qualification in medical education.

Disclosures & Checks This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required. Applications from skilled‑worker visa holders will be considered if sponsored. Contact & Application Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required. If you are interested in becoming part of our fantastic team then we would welcome your application. Contract & Compensation

Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro‑rata for part‑time Reference number: C9155‑FCMD‑1125‑28 Job locations: Trust Headquarters, Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, SR4 7TP

Further Information Employer: South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, Sunderland Royal Hospital, Sunderland, SR4 7TP. Website: https://www.stsft.nhs.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr