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Salary for this role£55,355 – £77,348 a year
Health and Care route minimum£25,000 a year
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Role description
Job summary
Fixed Term 8 Months
Applications are invited for the following non-resident fellowship based at Sheffield Children's Hospital and Chesterfield Royal Hospital, commencing Wednesday 3rd February for 8 Months.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Job
This unique fellowship offers an exceptional opportunity to develop the specialist knowledge and technical skills required to practise within the field of paediatric soft tissue knee pathology. As the only fellowship of its kind in the UK, it provides unparalleled training in this rapidly expanding area of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine.
The successful candidate will gain experience across the full spectrum of paediatric and adolescent soft tissue knee conditions, with a particular focus on advanced arthroscopic surgery and the management of disorders affecting the growing knee. Exposure will also be provided to complex cases, including congenital ligament deficiency and severe patellofemoral instability.
The fellowship is delivered under the supervision of a highly experienced faculty comprising Mr Nick Nicolaou, Mr Fazal Ali, Mr Paul Haslam, Mr Jeevan Chandrasenan, and Mr Dominic O'Dowd, offering outstanding training opportunities within a nationally recognised specialist service.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Details
Date posted
02 November 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£55,355 to £77,348 a year
per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
8 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
425-26-8182448
Job locations
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
GMC registration.
FRCS (Tr & Orth) or an equivalent qualification approved by the relevant regulatory body for overseas applicants
Completed basic surgical training in posts approved by a Surgical Royal College or an approved overseas equivalent.
Desirable
Evidence of academic achievement, including distinctions, prizes, awards, scholarships, higher degrees, or additional qualifications.
Evidence of presentations at regional, national, or international meetings and/or publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Experience
Essential
Validated logbook or appraisal document indicating appropriate operative experience.
Competence in pre-operative and post-operative management
Demonstrable interest and commitment to Paediatric Orthopaedics.
Desirable
Experience in arthroscopic knee surgery.
Fellowship-level training in either Paediatric Orthopaedics or Adult Soft Tissue Knee Surgery.
Knowledge
Essential
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent communication skills with children, families, and colleagues
Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and reliability in clinical practice and multidisciplinary team working.
Demonstrates resilience and the ability to work effectively under pressure while exercising appropriate clinical responsibility and judgement.
Demonstrates appropriate manual dexterity and technical proficiency to undertake surgical procedures safely and effectively
Demonstrates strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload effectively and manage competing clinical demands
Potential to cope with stressful situations and undertake responsibility
Desirable
Evidence of participation in clinical audit, quality improvement, or service development activities.
Personal Attributes
Essential
Demonstrates a commitment to child-centred care, working collaboratively with children and their families to develop care pathways tailored to their individual needs.
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.
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.
