Consultant General Paediatrics and Eating Disorders: Sponsorship Available

Job summary

Consultant in General Paediatrics with a Special Interest in Eating Disorders

Bristol Royal Hospital for Children (BRHC)

Are you a passionate General Paediatrician looking to develop your career within a dynamic, innovative, and supportive children’s hospital? We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Consultant to join our thriving General Paediatrics team at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, one of the UK’s leading specialist children’s hospitals.

BRHC is the only dedicated children’s hospital in the South West and the region’s Paediatric Major Trauma Centre. As part of Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, you will join a highly regarded organisation committed to clinical excellence, innovation, research, and education.

Bristol offers an exceptional quality of life, combining a vibrant city atmosphere with easy access to the countryside, coast, and South Wales.

Applicants should hold a CCT (or equivalent) in General Paediatrics, be within 12 months of obtaining CCT at the time of interview, and be on the GMC Specialist Register.

Main duties of the job

This 10 PA substantive post will support the delivery of inpatient and outpatient General Paediatric and Eating Disorders services. We are seeking a clinician with a strong interest in Paediatric Eating Disorders who is passionate about providing high-quality care for children and young people.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Full and specialist registration in either AIM or GIM with the General Medical Council (GMC) or
• Eligible for specialist registration within 12 months of interview
• APLS Certified

Desirable

• Higher academic qualification e.g. MD, PhD or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in general paediatrics, and safeguarding
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
• Experience of working with CYP with Eating Disorders

Desirable

• Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy

Clinical Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Up to date knowledge and experience of general paediatrics, and safeguarding children and young people
• Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
• Skills in acute paediatric assessment and management, and delivery of outpatient general paediatric care
• Excellent time management skills

Desirable

• Broad range of IT skills

Clinical Governance, Audit and Quality Improvement

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Positive approach to evidence- based practice
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
• Willingness to undertake quality improvement projects
• Ability and willingness to develop and write guidelines

Management & Leadership

Essential

• Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
• Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
• Ability to practice independently as a consultant
• Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks

Desirable

• Evidence of management/leadership experience and/or qualifications and courses

Interpersonal, communication and team working skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English.
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
• Ability to be a flexible team member

Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Awareness of personal limitations

Desirable

• Additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels
• Trained as a Consultant Appraiser

Other

Essential

• Meets professional health requirements
• Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

Closing Date: 15 October 2026