SHO for Nephrology

Job overview

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

Trust Fellows (ST1/2 Equivalent) in Paediatric Nephrology – Fixed Term contract commencing October 2026

GOSH is pleased to offer a post in Paediatric Nephrology for ST1/2 equivalent Fellows offering great experience in a well-supported environment. This post offers unique clinical experience with our specialist team, who care for complex patients.

This post is ideal for doctors with NHS experience, completing or having completed foundation or core training who wish to gain further specialist paediatric experience, as well as those wishing to pursue a career in paediatric nephrology. Successful candidates will be educationally supervised and given the opportunity to complete appropriate research projects, as well as attending postgraduate courses inside and outside the trust.

If you have any queries, please contact us via email at quoting the above reference.

All applicants should return their application forms electronically.

We will conduct full criminal record checks on the successful candidate.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties

• Share responsibility for patient care on Eagle Ward and respond to referrals from other wards and hospitals
• Assess, clerk and provide ongoing management of children under the care of the Renal Unit
• Present cases at ward rounds and clinical meetings, and work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist renal care
• Develop expertise in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of paediatric nephrology conditions, including renal failure, hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, vasculitis and renal transplantation
• Participate in the Unit's teaching, research and academic programmes

Audit and Research

• Participate in departmental audits and quality improvement activities
• Support the development of clinical guidelines and service improvements
• Contribute to clinical research projects relevant to paediatric nephrology and service delivery

Clinical Governance

• Practice in accordance with GMC standards and Trust policies
• Maintain high standards of patient care, safety and professional conduct
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute to continuous service improvement

Professional and Personal Development

• Engage in regular supervision, appraisal and educational activities
• Develop specialist clinical, teaching, research or subspecialty interests in line with career goals
• Take responsibility for ongoing professional development and training

Working for our organisation

We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women’s Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.

Person specification

Culture and Values

Essential criteria

• Our Always Values: Always welcoming, Always helpful, Always expert, Always one team
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential criteria

• Primary medical qualification - MBBS or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with Licence to Practice or IELTS Certificate with an overall score of or Occupational English Test (medicine version) with a minimum score of ‘B’ in each domain.
• MRCP, MRCPCH or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Higher degree – MSc, MPhil related discipline

Experience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Minimum 4 years experience at registrar level or equivalent in paediatrics
• Experience of teaching and presenting
• Experience of audit activities
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance

Desirable criteria

• Minimum 6 months experience in nephrology/renal
• Published research in peer reviewed journals

Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Ability to prioritise clinical needs