Job Description

We are looking for 2 Trust Doctors (ST4+ equivalent) to join our Paediatrics team at Worthing Hospital, 1 until September 2026 and 1 until March 2026.



This is a full-time/ part-time role including participation in a full shift rota system.



The successful candidate will work alongside other team members to provide a full shift rota at middle grade level which will involve acute paediatrics and neonates.



Candidates must have completed foundation training (or equivalent) and have at least 2 further years of Paediatric experience ideally including 6 months in a tertiary neonatal unit. Full MRCPCH should be held or be close to being held.



Candidates must have full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC.



Candidates will be expected to work together as a team within the Women and Children's Group.



This post holder essentially covers Acute Paediatric unit and Neonatal unit at a Middle grade level. The post holder is responsible for the following:



Managing children admitted to the Paediatric ward under supervision of a Consultant



Seeing patients referred to the Paediatric Assessment unit and providing support and advice to A &E doctors, General Practitioners

Attending resuscitation calls in A&E



Supervising and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care in children's ward and assessment unit



Managing babies on the Neonatal unit under supervision of consultant



Supervision and supporting Tier 1 doctors in patient care for babies on the neonatal unit and maternity unit



Attending high risk deliveies on the maternity unit



Support and teaching of junior medical, nursing staff and medical students



Engaging in Continuing Professional Development and Audit as appropriate



Engaging with the Trusts appraisal and revalidation process so far as is consistent with the proper discharge of duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues



The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in occasional emergencies and unforeseen circumstances.



The post holder undertakes, exceptionally, to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care.



At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.



We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.



As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.



We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack:

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/



The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical care and to engage in departmental education, clinical governance and patient safety initiatives.



Please view the full job description for more information regarding the main responsibilities