Consultant in Paediatric Dermatology (Part-Time- 5 PAs) Vascular: Sponsorship Available

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Dermatology Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children for a 5 PA Consultant Paediatric Dermatologist post. The successful candidate will provide high-quality outpatient clinics for children with complex dermatological conditions and will contribute to inpatient dermatology reviews, ward referrals and the ongoing management of admitted patients. They will play a central role in the management of complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and novel therapies, as well as in the care of a wide range of other paediatric skin disorders. In addition, they will undertake laser treatment for complex dermatological conditions.

The successful candidate will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with colleagues from paediatric dermatology, histopathology, genetics, plastic surgery, interventional radiology and other paediatric subspecialties, contributing expert input to the management of complex cases. They will also participate in the 1:4 paediatric dermatology on-call rota, providing senior clinical advice and support.

Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, or be within six months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must have extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations. They must also have extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies, and experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients. Please see the person specification for further information.Based in central London, GOSH offers flexible working, support with childcare and travel, excellent training and development opportunities, and assistance with finding accommodation.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply electronically via www.jobs.nhs.uk. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Person Specification

GOSH Culture and Values

Essential

  • GOSH Values: Collaboration – We work together to deliver safe, consistent, patient-centred care. Respect – We treat everyone with respect, kindness and equity. Curiosity – We stay curious to drive innovation that delivers exceptional patient outcomes.

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

  • GMC specialist registration with a Licence to Practice (obtained by designated start date)
  • On the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology, OR within 6 months of CCT in Paediatrics at the time of the scheduled interview. Applicants applying via the Portfolio Pathway (formerly CESR) must be on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatrics or Paediatric Dermatology at the point of application.
  • MRCPCH by examination or equivalent

Desirable

  • Higher degree – PhD, MD or equivalent
  • Formal teaching qualification
  • Leadership qualification

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

  • Extensive experience in paediatric dermatology, including the management of complex and emergency presentations
  • Extensive experience in the management of patients with complex vascular anomalies, including the use of systemic and targeted therapies
  • Experience in independently performing laser treatments in paediatric dermatology patients
  • Experience of teaching students and multi-disciplinary team
  • Experience of leading in Clinical Audit processes
  • Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
  • Valid BLS Training
  • Awareness of the importance of Clinical Governance through experience of participating in quality or safety improvement projects

Desirable

  • Published research in peer reviewed journals in relevant area
  • Valid APLS and NLS training
  • Experience of recruiting patients to clinical research trials
  • Experience of working in shared care clinics and clinical networks
  • Experience of clinical leadership or management

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • High level written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
  • Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
  • Presentation skills
  • Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
  • Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills
  • Ability to work on own initiative within an ever changing environment.

Desirable

  • Leadership skills

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

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 18 November 2026

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