Consultant Paediatrician - East Anglia

Job Title: Consultant Paediatrician
Grade: Consultant
Location: East Anglia
Working Hours: Full-time, 10 PAs (with flexibility for part-time applicants)
Salary: £105,504 – £139,882 per annum

About the Role
This University Hospital is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Consultant Haematologist to join our expanding team. This is a 10 PA post with opportunities to develop a specialist interest in acute leukaemia, myeloid disorders, and haematopoietic stem cell transplantation. The successful candidate will join a dynamic department delivering high-quality care and contributing to teaching, research, and service development.

Requirements

• Full registration and licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC)


• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Haematology (or within 6 months of interview)


• Relevant postgraduate qualifications and Fellowship of a Royal College (e.g., FRCPath)


• Experience in managing both malignant and non-malignant haematological conditions


• Commitment to teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement

Typical Job Plan and Duties
A standard job plan includes:

• Direct clinical care including outpatient clinics, inpatient ward rounds, and multidisciplinary team meetings


• Development of a subspecialty interest in areas such as acute leukaemia, myeloid malignancies, or stem cell transplantation


• Participation in the on-call rota for haematology emergencies


• Contribution to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching


• Involvement in clinical governance, audit, and service development


• Opportunities to engage in research and clinical trials

About the Department

• A team of 11 consultant haematologists, supported by 5 specialty registrars, 1 academic clinical fellow, and junior doctors


• Provides Level 3 Haematology care and autologous stem cell transplantation through a JACIE-accredited service


• Outpatient services are delivered in a dedicated unit


• Inpatients are managed on a joint Oncology & Haematology ward


• Children with blood disorders are cared for at the nearby children’s hospital


• The department is active in clinical trials, basic science research, and undergraduate teaching at the local Medical School

About the Hospital

A major teaching hospital serving a population of over 1 million. It is a modern facility located close to the University of East Anglia, with strong academic links and a vibrant research culture. The hospital is a dedicated Teenage and Young Adult (TYA) cancer centre and a Haemophilia centre, offering a wide range of secondary and tertiary services.

Why Live Here?

A vibrant, historic city offering a high quality of life with excellent schools, cultural venues, and shopping. The surrounding countryside and coastline provide stunning natural beauty and outdoor activities. With good transport links to London, Cambridge, and the Midlands, it is ideal for professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle in a welcoming community.