Job Summary
University Hospitals Sussex (East) are looking for an outstanding paediatric anaesthetist to join our team looking after patients from pre-term neonates to teenagers, working in a fantastic area of the country. Our anaesthetic department is dynamic and has an excellent reputation for teaching, research and innovation for the benefit of our population. The successful applicants will have the opportunity to hone and expand their clinical skills in addition to developing services within University Hospitals Sussex and our partner organisations.

This is a replacement post following the overseas relocation of a colleague. The successful applicant would work primarily at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital located on the same site as the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton.

Visiting our department prior to interview is encouraged, and if unfamiliar with the hospital, contact with the clinical lead or clinical director prior to application would also be welcomed.

Main Duties of the Job
Due to the nature of the work undertaken, considerable experience in the delivery of anaesthesia for a wide range of procedures in paediatric patients from neonates to teenagers is expected. The post offers a combination of fixed and flexible working, and offers the opportunity to expand and hone practice in a variety of subspeciality areas. The weekly list allocations are consultant led and can hence be tailored to the interests and skills of individuals.

There are plenty of opportunities for leading service development and quality improvement projects and experience/enthusiasm for these areas would be welcomed.

We are a large teaching department with an associated medical school so we expect all consultants to participate in the education and training of medical and non-medical colleagues. Those with a proven track record of delivering education to these groups will find plenty to occupy themselves.

Further details of the duties of the role can be obtained by contacting the clinical lead or clinical director.

About Us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating.

Your uniqueness and 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, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Details
Date Posted: 01 July 2026
Pay Scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year (10PA)
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Reference Number: 279-MWRSCHCONPAEDANAE-679
Job Locations: Royal Alexandra Hospital for Sick Children, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE

Job Responsibilities
The job plan will consist of paediatric lists based at the Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital in Brighton and flexible adult sessions at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Lewes Victoria Hospital or Princess Royal Haywards Heath. Delivery of the paediatric anaesthesia service will be the primary aim of the role, and the job plan can include annualised flexible in year sessions which may be undertaken on week or weekend days by mutual agreement. The successful applicant will join the paediatric on call team, currently on a 1:8 rota. Each half day session is 5 hours (1.25 PA).

Participation in monthly department governance meetings and revalidation requirements will be included within the 1 SPA allocation of this post. In addition, there will be responsibilities for supervising and assessing specialist trainees and other members of the multi disciplinary team.

The post holder will have a commitment to teaching of both undergraduates and postgraduates and evidence of active participation in teaching.

When appointed to the Trust Consultants will be expected to work from any Trust site.

Person Specification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential

• Advanced training in paediatric anaesthesia (minimum 1-year WTE)
• Deliver safe and effective perioperative anaesthetic care to paediatric patients undergoing complex general surgical procedures.
• Proven history of leading perioperative QI projects.
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
• Experience of perioperative care of neonates

Desirable

• Experience of delivering sedation to children
• Post CCT fellowship in paediatric anaesthesia or equivalent consultant level experience
• Experience or interest in paediatric pain management

Knowledge
Desirable

• Breadth of experience in and outside specialty

Organisation and Planning
Essential

• Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams.

Desirable

• Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended

Teaching Skills
Essential

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification

Academic and Research
Essential

• Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching

Desirable

• Research experience
• Publications
• Prizes and honours

Career Progression
Essential

• Appropriate progression of career to date

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Evidence of: Good communication skills both oral and written

Experience/Qualifications
Essential

• Basic Medical Degree
• FRCA or its recognised equivalent.
• Full and specialist registration (with a licence to practise) with the GMC or be eligible for registration within six months of the interview. - If you trained in the UK, you must also have a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Anaesthetics or be within six months of receiving it by the interview date. - If you trained outside the UK, you must provide evidence that your qualifications are equivalent to the UK CCT. (Equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

• Higher Degree
• Higher degree related to anaesthesia

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Contact Details
For questions about the job, contact:
Perioperative Clinical Director Sophie Morris
Email: sophie.morris7@nhs.net
Phone: 01273696955