Job Overview
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is delighted to announce an exceptional opportunity for a Locum Consultant Paediatric Anaesthetist to join our prestigious team at Leeds General Infirmary. This is a fixed-term contract position for six months, offering a competitive salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 per annum. We welcome applications from both full-time and part-time candidates, including those interested in job sharing arrangements.
Position Details
This 10 PA (Programmed Activity) locum appointment represents a fantastic opportunity for experienced paediatric anaesthetists to contribute to our world-class paediatric services at Leeds Children’s Hospital. The successful candidate will join an existing team of over 150 consultants, providing comprehensive anaesthetic services within our Trust.
Employer Information
Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), collaborating with NHS hospital trusts across West Yorkshire and Harrogate to deliver exceptional patient care. As one of the largest integrated care systems in the country, we are committed to innovation and driving forward change to provide the highest quality healthcare services.
Certificate of Sponsorship
We are pleased to confirm that Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust offers Certificate of Sponsorship for international candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers requiring sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Essential Qualifications
Medical Registration
All applicants must hold full GMC Registration with a license to practice and be on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT (with proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview), CESR, or European Community Rights.
Professional Qualifications
Candidates must possess FRCA or equivalent qualification and be eligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment. Applicants should have completed at least 12 months in a recognised training programme in paediatric anaesthesia.
Language Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate skills in written and spoken English adequate for effective medical communication. This can be shown through undergraduate medical training in English, achieving minimum IELTS scores of 7 across all categories (with overall 7.5), or achieving minimum Grade B in all OET medicine categories.
Essential Experience
The successful applicant must demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in paediatric anaesthesia, specifically showing advanced training in this specialty. Evidence of continuous career progression consistent with personal circumstances is required, along with experience in medical research, training undergraduate and postgraduate students, and participation in regular clinical audit.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
While not essential, possession of a relevant higher degree is desirable. Additional desirable experience includes previous supervision of research by junior staff, attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops, and completion of recognised management courses.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery
The post-holder will work collaboratively with consultant colleagues to provide comprehensive anaesthetic services. This includes developing and consolidating expertise in paediatric anaesthesia, maintaining teaching and research excellence, supporting service development plans, and participating in Clinical Governance.
Teaching Commitments
As a teaching hospital, the Trust maintains strong links with the University of Leeds School of Medicine. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes, including training for SpRs in anaesthesia within the Yorkshire Deanery.
Job Plan and Working Arrangements
The position consists of 10 PAs with 8.5 PAs of direct clinical care (DCC) and 1.5 PAs of supporting professional activity (SPA). Annual job plan reviews will be conducted with the Clinical Director or Lead Clinician for Anaesthesia. The post-holder will have access to secretarial support and office facilities with IT equipment.
Professional Development
The Trust fully supports Continuing Medical Education requirements and acknowledges its importance as an essential component of professional activities. Time and financial support for CME activities will be granted in accordance with Trust policies, with arrangements managed through the medical director for workforce.
About Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Our Trust operates under “The Leeds Way Values” – Patient-centered, Collaborative, Fair, Accountable, and Empowered. These values guide all our actions and endeavours, making us different from other trusts. We are committed to equality and diversity, ensuring no person receives less favourable treatment based on gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Location and Facilities
The position is based at Leeds General Infirmary, Great George Street, Leeds LS1 3EX. Leeds Teaching Hospitals boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is recognized with multiple accreditations including Age Positive, Apprenticeships, Armed Forces Covenant, CQC Good, Disability Confident Employer, and Positive About Disability.
Application Process
All applications must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. The closing date for applications is 01 October 2025. Reference number for this position is C9298-MED-657C. Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the hospital, which can be arranged by contacting the designated personnel.
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact Dr Nalini Malarkkan, Lead Clinician/Consultant in Paediatric Anaesthesia at Leeds Children’s Hospital. Email: [email protected] or telephone: 0113 3926672.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for previous criminal convictions.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further information is available on the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
Why Choose Leeds Teaching Hospitals?
Joining Leeds Teaching Hospitals represents an opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare system driving innovation and excellence. We offer a supportive environment for professional development, competitive remuneration packages, and the chance to work with leading specialists in paediatric anaesthesia. For international candidates, we provide comprehensive relocation support and assistance with the sponsorship process.
Commitment to Redeployment
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to redeploying ‘at risk’ members of our existing workforce to new roles. We reserve the right to close, delay, or remove adverts while this process is completed. Any delays in the shortlisting stage should be understood within this context.
Equal Opportunities Employer
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to removing barriers to employment for disadvantaged groups. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants and post holders where required. Our strict no-smoking policy ensures a healthy working environment for all staff, visitors, and patients.
How to Prepare Your Application
When applying, please ensure you provide comprehensive information regarding your GMC and Royal College status. Include evidence of your paediatric anaesthesia experience, teaching contributions, research activities, and clinical audit participation. International applicants should prepare their language proficiency certificates and relevant documentation for the sponsorship process.
Join Our World-Class Team
This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to paediatric anaesthesia services at one of the UK’s leading teaching hospitals. We look forward to receiving applications from dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence in patient care, teaching, and research.
