Locum Consultant Paediatrician

Locum Consultant Paediatrician

Closing date: 25 June 2026

We are inviting applications for a fully‑time (10 PAs) Locum Consultant Paediatrician for an initial period of 3 months. The position will commence as soon as possible and is based at Royal Preston Hospital with close collaboration across the wider paediatric team.

Scope of the role: The appointment will focus on General Paediatrics; any subspecialty interest that complements the service will be welcomed and supported. Flexibility is offered with opportunities to gain experience in a broader consultant role, including managerial and leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Inpatient ward cover, supporting the Consultant of the Week.
• Assessment Unit and emergency admissions cover.
• Outpatient clinics, primarily new patient assessments.
• Evening resident shifts in the Paediatric Assessment Unit (≈6 shifts per 10‑week cycle), working ...