Job TitleConsultant Community Paediatrician – Combined Role (10 PAs) Job Summary Provide neurodevelopmental assessment and supportive services for children and young people, including autism spectrum disorder diagnosis, multidisciplinary coordination, and child protection medicals. Key Responsibilities

Conduct Child Development Assessment Clinics (neurodevelopmental assessment) incorporating face‑to‑face and telephone clinics for new and review cases. Assess children under 5 years for diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) following National Guidance. Support coordination within the Multidisciplinary Integrated Service at Ham Clinic, Richmond – including joint assessments, MDT reviews, hip surveillance, development of care pathways and transitions. Provide medical advice to the Local SEND team according to statutory legislation and guidance for children with special educational needs. Perform child protection medicals and attend peer reviews, participating in the joint child protection rota with Kingston Hospital. Oversee and manage multidisciplinary team meetings, including planning MDT meetings focused on transitions and early years services. Support the development of care pathways and patient passports, ensuring ongoing management of children and young people with complex neuro‑developmental needs such as movement disorders and genetic conditions. Lead and enhance safeguarding experience within the child protection rota.

Qualifications & Requirements Relevant clinical experience in paediatric neuro‑developmental assessment, autism spectrum disorder, and multidisciplinary team coordination. Successful completion of appropriate postgraduate training and registration with relevant professional bodies. Benefits & Development Extensive staff wellbeing resources including an on‑site nursery, wellbeing practitioners, physiotherapy, occupational health, and an employee assistance programme. Opportunities to contribute to research, quality improvement and innovation initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr