ST3-5 / Paediatrics And Neonatal Gloucester Hospital

Locum ST3–ST5 Paediatrics & Neonatal Doctor – 6 Month Contract

Location: Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Contract Duration: 6 months (commencing as soon as possible until 2nd September)
Grade: ST3–ST5 (or equivalent)
Specialty: Paediatrics & Neonatology

A hospital in Gloucestershire is seeking a motivated and experienced Locum ST3–ST5 Paediatrics & Neonatal Doctor to join the department on a 6-month fixed-term locum contract running until 2nd September.

The successful candidate will participate in the Tier 2 Paediatric and Neonatal rota, supporting both paediatric and neonatal services within a busy acute hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the Tier 2 Paediatric and Neonatal rota

• Provide clinical care for paediatric and neonatal patients across the hospital

• Work a full shift rota, including:

  • Long days

  • Night shifts

  • Weekend cover

• Support junior staff and work closely with consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team

• Ensure safe, high-quality care in accordance with NHS standards and departmental guidelines

Essential Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• ST3–ST5 level experience in Paediatrics (or equivalent)

• MRCPCH examinations fully passed

• Level 3 Paediatric Safeguarding training

• Neonatal Life Support (NLS) – in date

• Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) – in date

• Previous experience working at Tier 2 level within paediatrics/neonatology

• Eligibility to work in the UK and GMC registration with licence to practise

Contract Details

• Duration: 6 months (until 2nd September)

• Location: Gloucestershire

• Grade: ST3–ST5 / Registrar equivalent

• Rota: Tier 2 Paediatric and Neonatal rota including long days, nights and weekends

• Accommodation: On-site accommodation may be available depending on availability

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paediatric registrar to gain further experience within a supportive team environment while contributing to a high-quality paediatric and neonatal service.

If you are interested in this role, please contact Michela Sorgente on 01908 776477 or email michela.sorgente@nationallocums.co.uk.