Locum Consultant General Paediatrician

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Locum Consultant General Paediatrician The closing date is 12 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Applications are invited for the appointment of a dynamic and enthusiastic Locum Consultant in Paediatrics at Frimley Health Foundation NHS Trust (at the Wexham Park Hospital site). This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of 20 dedicated WTE Acute Paediatric Consultants. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other. Main duties of the job There will be a general OP clinic per week, in addition to PAU or Ward cover or the Neonatal Unit as needed. Instead of PAU work you may need to conduct Child Protection Medicals as needed. You will be working with a dynamic group of consultants who support each other, flexibility will be key and makes this role suitable for an individual who is on the specialty register but may not have Consultant level experience. There will be some on call and weekend work. About us Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust? At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS. We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs. Join Us Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Details Date posted 29 October 2026 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 151-WPHLCON-35 Job locations Wexham Park Hospital Slough SL2 4HL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities You will be working with a dynamic group of consultants who support each other. We work flexibly. Each week we have two Consultants attending, one for Paediatrics, and one for Neonates. When attending the Paediatrics Ward, the post holder will be responsible for the Paediatric Ward and HDU. When attending the Neonatal Unit the post holder will be responsible for the babies on the Neonatal unit, Delivery suite, postnatal ward and transitional care. We provide a consultant delivered GP Hotline Service Mon Fri 0900-1800 taking acute referrals and providing advice and guidance. On call for out-of-