Consultant in Paediatric Critical Care and Transport

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The closing date is 28 January 2026

Permanent | 10 PAs (5 for Paediatric Critical Care and 5 for Embrace Transport)

We are looking for a Consultant in Paediatric Critical Care and Embrace Transport to join our dynamic team. This unique position is split between Sheffield Children's Hospital Critical Care Unit and the Embrace transport service. You will help manage critical care transfers, offer expert clinical advice, and lead a high-performance transport team.

About You:

MBBS (or equivalent), MRCPCH (or equivalent higher qualification), and GMC registration.

On the Specialist Register, or within 6 months of obtaining CCT in Paediatrics.

Experience leading clinical teams and providing high-quality care in paediatric high dependency settings.

Expertise in complex clinical decision-making, including remote clinical advice and patient transport.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the care of critically ill children in a collaborative environment. Apply today!

Interviews expected to be held on Friday 13th March 2026.

You will report to the Clinical Team Lead, and your responsibilities will include:

• Lead clinical and managerial aspects of the Embrace transport service when on duty.
• Facilitate urgent conference calls for patients requiring high-priority transfer.
• Triage transport requests and determine appropriate team composition.
• Ensure the management and transfer of critically ill patients, including providing consultant-level care when needed.
• Support development of new team members, including supervised transports.
• Contribute to audits, incident reporting, and service management.
• Mentor medical and nursing staff within both Embrace and PCCU settings.
• Participate in critical care activities at Sheffield Children's Hospital PCCU.

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England — and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire — in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children’s health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at sc Together, we are building a workplace where everyone belongs.

• MBBS or equivalent
• MRCPCH or equivalent higher…