University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
Senior Clinical Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedics (ST5+ Equivalent)
Location: Bristol Royal Hospital for Children Contract: 12-month appointment ** Start Date:** August 2027
About the Role
This advanced clinical post is based within one of the largest paediatric orthopaedic units in the UK and the regional Paediatric Major Trauma Centre for South West England.
The successful candidate will play a key role in:
- Clinical care: Participate in clinics and surgical lists across Bristol Children’s Hospital and partner sites in the South West.
- Audit & research: Engage in departmental audit projects and contribute to research initiatives.
- Education & mentorship: Support junior team members and shaping future trainees in paediatric orthopaedics.
- On-call responsibilities: Cover shifts on the middle-grade rota as allocated.
The post is ideal for candidates wishing to specialise in Paediatric Orthopaedics, gaining broad experience from routine cases to complex clinical scenarios.
Responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for:
- Providing daily hands-on care for paediatric inpatients, including emergency and elective admissions.
- Managing a spectrum of paediatric orthopaedic conditions, including:
- Developmental hip dysplasia
- Complex foot deformities
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Skeletal dysplasias
- Upper/lower limb deformities
- Daily fracture clinics and specialist clinics
- Assisting in operating lists and participating in multidisciplinary team discussions.
- Contributing to applied research and clinical audit, ensuring continuous service improvement.
- Teaching and guiding junior doctors in the paediatric orthopaedic department.
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About the Organisation
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute healthcare providers in the UK, serving over 500,000 across South West England. A digital exemplar prioritising innovation, UHBW’s research translates into global improvements in patient care.
UHBW is a CSV in paediatric safeguarding, fostering diversity, and deploying best-practice across 10 hospital sites. Located between city life and scenic coastal/countryside, the region offers unmatched living quality.
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Location and Diversity
- Diverse professional community comprising consultants, registrars, and associate-grade clinicians.
- Strong emphasis on equal opportunities, safeguarding, and well-rounded patient-centred care.
- Freecombe auditing of anonymised data used to inform Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Candidate Profile
Ideal for clinicians with advanced experience (ST5+ equivalent) with an interest in pursuing a subspecialty in Paediatric Orthopaedics. Knowledge of daytime operational co-ordination, commitment to a 12-month development model, and alignment with our dedication to children, young people, and vulnerable adults in South West services will be valued.
Interested? Reach Out
For further enquiries or informational visits contact:
📌 Name: Amy Tidyman 📧 Email: Amy.Tidyman@uhbw.nhs.uk 📞 Job Title: General Manager, Paediatric Services
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