Job summary
Permanent | 10 PA

A Consultant Paediatric Surgeon with a Special Interest in Thoracic Surgery is required for Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust. This post will join the existing surgeons with interests in Thoracic Surgery.

Applicants should possess, or be within six months of receiving, CCT (or equivalent) in Paediatric Surgery at the time of the appointment. It would be desirable for the candidate to be Fellowship trained in thoracic surgery. The start date is negotiable, but ideally should be within six months of accepting the post.

On-call duties are 1 in 8 non-resident with prospective cover, shared with the existing General Paediatric Surgeons and Paediatric Urologists. The on-call rota is currently split Mon-Thurs and Fri-Sun.

If the person appointed elects to undertake a maximum part-time contract, they will be required to devote substantially the whole of their professional time to the duties of the post.

Interviews expected to be held on Friday 4th September 2026.

Main duties of the job
The appointee, together with Consultant colleagues, will be responsible for providing a paediatric and neonatal surgical service for Sheffield and South Yorkshire, including children with thoracic problems.

The new Consultant will take equal responsibility with existing Consultants for the proper functioning of the Paediatric Surgical Unit.

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.

Date posted 24 July 2026
Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade Consultant
Salary £113,565 to £150,569 a year
Per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time
Reference number 425-26-8008765-KF
Job locations Main site - Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• CCT or CESR (CP) - proposed CCT/CESR (CP) date must be within 6 months of interview
• GMC registration

Desirable

• Post CCT
• Post CCT fellowship

Experience
Essential

• Wide experience in paediatric surgery within a dedicated paediatric and neonatal surgical unit.
• Experience in paediatric thoracic surgery.
• Evidence of quality improvement work in last 12 months.
• Evidence of research involvement including 2+ publications in quality specialty journals.

Desirable

• Active participation in Management/Audit during SpR or equivalent last 6 months.
• Involvement in multicenter research.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Ability to contribute to the general on call.
• Training in Management/Audit aspects at SpR or equivalent level.
• Research methodology qualifications.
• Evidence of collaborative working.

Desirable

• APLS provider/instructor or equivalent.
• MD or PhD.
• Computer literacy.

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Behave in a manner which establishes professional relationships with patients and colleagues in the region.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to conduct operative procedures which may be demanding of a number of hours of close attention.

Desirable

• Evidence of respect for diversity.

Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential

• Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Additional Information
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).

Employer details
Employer name Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Main site - Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH, United Kingdom
Employer's website Apply through our website (that's an url)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Consultant Paediatric Surgeon and Team Lead
Richard Lindley
richard.lindley1@nhs.net
01142717000