Specialist Doctor in Community Child Health and Neurodisability

Job Summary Specialist Doctor Child Development Centre, Hillingdon Hospital Site Permanent, 10 PAs We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Specialist Doctor in Community Child Health and Neurodisability to join our Community Child Health service in Hillingdon. This is an ideal opportunity to join a dynamic team, passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of babies, children, young people and families in North West London, with the aim to provide the best possible care and ensure our patients achieve the best possible outcomes and wellbeing for life. This is for a substantive Specialist Doctor appointment for a maximum of 10 programmed activities, and would suit a candidate with a strong track record in Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics and Neurodisability. Applicants wishing to work less than full time can also apply for this post. There is potential for offering a pathway lead role or statutory role depending on the candidate's suitability, experience and interest. We also have strong program in place to support SAS doctors to be able to gain Specialist Registration with GMC via portfolio pathway (formerly called Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration - CESR). Further information and to arrange a site visit: Dr Ahmed Ahmed , Consultant Paediatrician and Clinical LeadEmail Address: : Nirmala Mothe, Tel No. 01895 488788Email Address :

Main duties of the job This post is for a Specialist Doctor in Community Child Health and Neurodisability. The postholder is expected to work autonomously and as part of the multidisciplinary team. The team hold weekly peer supervision (case discussion) groups and monthly Safeguarding supervision meetings with hospital colleagues. Regular teaching and training opportunities occur locally and Trust wide as part of Community of Practice Learning Programme. The postholder will also be able to join regional network such as neurodisability, CNWL Community Paediatricians and epilepsy networks. They will be encouraged and supported to develop their skills and access further training as part of their career progression, such as joining popular CNWL management fundamentals and quality improvement training course.The post holder will have the opportunity to be the lead for the department for advisory role for SEND, safeguarding and / or sensorineural hearing loss. Other areas of special interest are encouraged where they are consistent with the department's responsibilities to deliver and develop services, which meet the needs of the local children. The post holder will be a member of a young and vibrant team of Community Paediatrician Team and will work in a variety of settings such as the Child Development Centre, CAMHS, Children's Centres, Schools, Nurseries, the child's home or in other primary care settings. There is no mandatory out-of-hours on-call commitment in this post.

About Us CNWL is a nationally leading NHS Foundation Trust providing Mental Health, Community Health and Child Health Services across London and the South East of England. Over the last few years our catchment area has grown significantly, making the Trust's population more diverse than ever. The area spans the communities of London, Milton Keynes and wider geographical areas of Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Kent and Hampshire. There are areas of great affluence as well as deprivation, and there are over 100 first-languages spoken in these communities. We were authorised as a Foundation Trust on 1 May 2007. The Trust is organised in to three Divisions: Jameson, Goodall and Diggory. Goodall Division is responsible for the delivery of Mental Health and community Learning Disability services in Hillingdon, as well as all CNWL's specialist rehabilitation provision and CAMHS provision in NW London. We also deliver community physical health services in a number of boroughs in NW London, including Hillingdon Harrow, Ealing andneighbouring System of North Central London. Our staff play a fundamental role in our delivery of excellent outcomes and excellent patient experience, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed. www.cnwl.nhs.uk

Details Date posted 15 August 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £96,990 to £107,155 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 333-G-HC-SG-0003 Job locations Child Development Centre, Woodland Centre Hillingdon Hospital UB8 3NN

Job Description Job responsibilities Working within a multidisciplinary team in child development centre assessment and follow up care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and comorbidities. Delivering Paediatric clinics in local special schools within Hillingdon. EHCP assessment clinics and looked after children clinics. Covering for Child protection medical assessments (excluding sexual abuse) 9:00 5:00 service. Accurate and timely documentation of clinic consultations and care plan. To work to the agreed job plan and provide safe effective service and achieve departmental KPIs. Act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols.

Job Description Job responsibilities Working within a multidisciplinary team in child development centre assessment and follow up care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and comorbidities. Delivering Paediatric clinics in local special schools within Hillingdon. EHCP assessment clinics and looked after children clinics. Covering for Child protection medical assessments (excluding sexual abuse) 9:00 5:00 service. Accurate and timely documentation of clinic consultations and care plan. To work to the agreed job plan and provide safe effective service and achieve departmental KPIs. Act as an autonomous, registered practitioner who is legally and professionally accountable for own unsupervised actions guided by the professional code of conduct and Trust guidelines and protocols.

Person Specification Essential Education and Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Full GMC Registration with a license to practice Desirable MRCPCH or equivalent Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or other higher Degree. DCH, DCCH, MBA or other relevant diplomas Training Essential 6 years postgraduate training or equivalent, including 4 years in Paediatrics (or demonstrate equivalent experience and competences) Desirable Experience in Community Paediatrics Experience / Training in developmental assessments Experience in other areas related to child health, such as general practice, mental health

Person Specification Essential 6 years postgraduate training or equivalent, including 4 years in Paediatrics (or demonstrate equivalent experience and competences) Desirable Experience in Community Paediatrics Experience / Training in developmental assessments Experience in other areas related to child health, such as general practice, mental health

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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address Child Development Centre, Woodland Centre Hillingdon Hospital UB8 3NN Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address Child Development Centre, Woodland Centre Hillingdon Hospital UB8 3NN Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab) LNKD1_UKTJ