Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia

Job summary

12-Month | Full Time

Applications from candidates wishing to work less than full-time are welcome. Flexible working arrangements and job content can be discussed and tailored in consultation with the Trust and successful candidate.

We are looking for a Locum Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia to join our committed team of 30 anaesthetists. The successful candidate will support service expansion, provide consultant cover and flexibility, and assist colleagues during periods of leave.

Sheffield Children's Hospital boasts a state-of-the-art theatre complex with 9 dedicated theatres, a procedure room, and two MRI scanners.

Our service portfolio includes regional and supra-regional surgical specialties such as general surgery, urology, neonatal care, orthopaedics (spinal and limb reconstruction), plastics, burns, ENT, maxillofacial, dental, neurosurgery (with intraoperative MRI), and ophthalmology.

We have independently staffed Intensive Care and High Dependency Units, providing excellent multidisciplinary care.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 26th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Team Lead, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide anaesthetic services to accommodate service expansion, consultant cover and flexibility, and to cover consultants who are on leave.

• There may be opportunity for those with appropriate qualifications to take on additional PICU responsibilities.

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 in 2026, 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.

Job responsibilities

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 [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person specification

Person specification Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent

Knowledge/Previous Experience

Essential

• 12 months advanced Paediatric Anaesthesia training

Desirable

• Training, experience and or interest in Chronic Pain Medicine

Previous Training Management/Audit

Essential

• Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
• Clear involvement in audit

Desirable

• Preparation of audit
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Academic Achievements Research/Publications

Essential

• Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects

Desirable

• Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines

Desirable

• Ability to teach

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.