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Clinical Fellow in Paediatrics and Neonatology

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ £56,925 – £80,730 a year Permanent Posted 27 August 2026 Apply by 10 September 2026

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Role description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for resident doctors to join the Tier 1 paediatric and neonatal team. Successful applicants will gain experience in the sub- regional neonatal intensive care centre (SuRNICC) and the Children's Unit in North Wales.

Applicants are invited for a full time Tier 1 post. Successful applicants will join either the 1:9 neonatal rota or the 1:10 paediatric rota.

The current applicable pay scales are displayed above; however, these may change upon implementation of the framework agreement for reform to the terms and conditions of service for resident doctors and dentists in Wales.Further details can be found here: https://www.bma.org.uk/our-campaigns/resident-doctor-campaigns/pay-in-wales/contract-reform-for-resident-doctors-in-wales

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for resident doctors to join the Tier 1 paediatric and neonatal team. Successful applicants will gain experience in the sub- regional neonatal intensive care centre (SuRNICC) and the Children's Unit in North Wales.

Applicants are invited for a full time Tier 1 post. Successful applicants will join either the 1:9 neonatal rota or the 1:10 paediatric rota.

We are a busy and enthusiastic department, with a clear emphasis on delivering top quality care to our children, babies and parents. The department has a long-standing reputation for providing excellent training for resident doctors and successful candidates can expect wide ranging educational support and an emphasis on personal development.

About us

Glan Clwyd Hospital is situated in the village of Bodelwyddan, close to the towns of St Asaph and Rhyl, on the North Wales coastline. The Health Board serves a catchment population of over 250,000 which can double in the busy holiday season. Some of the most beautiful countryside and scenery in Britain is at hand, notably the Snowdonia National Park providing opportunities for outdoor activities and water sports. The area is also rich in history with many great castles, stately homes and gardens close by. Shopping centres, restaurants and cinemas are available at the local towns of Rhyl, Prestatyn, Colwyn Bay and Llandudno. Liverpool and Manchester and their airports are about one hour drive away. There is also a direct rail service to the Midlands and London, the nearest station is in Rhyl enabling travel to London in 3 1/2 hours.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£56,925 to £80,730 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-CFPAEDSNEOC-0826

Job locations

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

In neonates, you will be responsible for attending deliveries, acute admissions on our unit and their management as well as examination of new-borns on the post-natal ward. There are opportunities to sit in on both baby clinics and joint specialist clinics to gain out-patient experience. The clinical duties are shared between the nine first on call staff and are rotated on a regular basis.

In paediatrics, the clinical duties are shared between the ten first on call staff and are rotated on a regular basis. You will be responsible for acute admissions to the childrens unit and their management with close senior supervision.

For detailed job description and main responsibilities, please find the attached JD and PS

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • MB BS (or equivalent)
  • Registration with the GMC
  • Evidence of training progression

Desirable

  • Additional qualifications. APLS

Experience

Essential

  • Completed foundation program (or equivalent outside the UK)

Desirable

  • Experience and familiarity with UK hospital systems and practices (or equivalent).

Knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of understanding and knowledge of specialty

Clinical Skills

Essential

  • Competent in history taking and examination skills.
  • Competent in basic life support and resuscitation skills.

Communication Skills

Essential

  • Fluent in English. Good Communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Able to establish good working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team.

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Good organisational skills and time management.
  • Able to function successfully under pressure

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Bodelwyddan

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

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