Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

This senior clinical fellow post (ST5+ equivalent) is based within the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, which has one of the largest paediatric orthopaedic units in the country and is the regional Paediatric Major Trauma Centre for South West England. This post is a 12 month appointment, suitable for those interested in Paediatric Orthopaedics. The post holder will be required to take part in clinics and operating lists at the Bristol Children’s Hospital and on occasion other centres in the South west. They will be expected to participate in departmental audit and research and have a role in teaching and supporting the junior members of the team. There is an on call commitment on our middle grade rota.

** Recruiting for August 2027 **

Main duties of the job

The appointee will become part of a dynamic team including ten consultants, six registrars and three junior fellows and gain experience in all aspects of Paediatric Orthopaedics. The individual will be responsible for the day-to-day care of paediatric orthopaedic inpatients including emergency and elective admissions.

We will provide the successful candidates with a wealth of opportunity to gain experience in managing many Paediatric Orthopaedic conditions including development hip dysplasia, complex foot deformities, neuromuscular conditions, skeletal dysplasias and complex upper and lower limb deformities. Specialist clinics and fracture clinics run daily.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

  • At least 4 years of approved training in orthopaedic surgery
  • Specialist interest in paediatric orthopaedics
  • Experience of teaching

Desirable

  • At least 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedic surgery at registrar level
  • ATLS or equivalents

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to manage time effectively
  • Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to communicate clearly with children, their families and allied health workers

Desirable

  • Evidence of understanding of role of clinical management

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • MBChB (or equivalent)
  • GMC Registration with licence to practice
  • FRCS Orth (or equivalent)

Desirable

  • Management training or qualification
  • Teaching qualification

Additional Specifications

Essential

  • Respecting Everyone
  • Embracing Change
  • Recognising Success
  • Working Together

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 29 July 2026

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