Job summary
Applications are invited for the post of Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (ODN) is seeking expressions of interest for the role of Clinical Lead on a fixed-term basis for 12 months (2 PAs).

Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated neonatal clinician to provide clinical leadership across the network, supporting the delivery of high-quality, safe, equitable, and family-centred neonatal care. The successful applicant will work closely with provider organisations, network colleagues, commissioners, and wider stakeholders to drive service improvement, support implementation of national standards, and improve outcomes for babies and their families.

About us
Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Lead will:

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership to the Neonatal ODN.
• Support the delivery of the ODN work programme and strategic objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of network-wide clinical pathways, guidelines, and standards.
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance across the network.
• Work collaboratively with neonatal units, maternity services, transport services, and tertiary centres.
• Champion equity of access and reduce unwarranted variation in care and outcomes.
• Support workforce development, education, and training initiatives.
• Represent the ODN at regional and national meetings as require.

Essential Criteria
Applicants should:

• Hold a substantive consultant post in Neonatology or Paediatrics with a significant neonatal practice.
• Be registered with the General Medical Council and hold a Licence to Practise.
• Demonstrate experience of clinical leadership and service development.
• Have a strong track record in quality improvement, governance, or network working.
• Possess excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Be committed to improving outcomes and experiences for babies and their families.

Job responsibilities
Time Commitment

• 2 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week
• Fixed-term appointment for 12 months
• Backfill arrangements and funding will be agreed in accordance with local policies and ODN processes

For an informal discussion or to express your interest, please contact Elizabeth Langham ODN Director

The Neonatal ODN is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates

Person Specification
Shortlistable
Essential

• Questions
• Standards
• Professionalism
• Clinical Skills
• Specialty Specific Skills related to the post
• Commitment to Clinical Governace/improving quality of patient care
• Communication Skills
• Personal Skills
• Understanding of the NHS
• Commitment to ongoing Professional Development

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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: Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Cambridge University Hospital - Addenbrookes Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Director
Elizabeth Langham
elizabeth.langham1@nhs.net

Details
Date posted: 12 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 180-CL-5518
Job locations: Cambridge University Hospital - Addenbrookes Hospital, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom

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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).