Job summary Applications are invited from highly motivated and dynamic Junior Doctors to apply for the post of Junior Clinical Fellow (JCF) in our Paediatrics Department. This post will be ST1/2 level dependent upon your previous experience. East Cheshire NHS Trust is a friendly Trust with a positive approach to education, supervision and support, actively supporting and developing our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care. We are an organisation with a real sense of community and many staff who train here decide to stay. Join our team and support our vision of delivering the right care first time, every time. The basic salary for this role is outlined above based on a 40 hour working week. In addition, there will be enhancements for additional rostered hours (over 40), night rate hours and weekend working allowance in line with the relevant Nodal Point under the new Junior Doctor Contract 2016 pay scales. The value of the enhancement for the role can be provided upon request, however, this is subject to any future rota changes in line with service need. This is a 6 month Fixed Term post from 6-Aug-2025 to 3-Feb-2026 Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents. Main duties of the job The post will offer candidates the opportunity to gain new skills or consolidate existing knowledge in this specialty. You will also be afforded training opportunities as outlined later in this document, however please note that JCF posts are not recognised for formal training. There is the potential for the right candidate to be supported to attend related skills courses as appropriate. All successful candidates will be offered both ILS and ALS training fully funded by the Trust to augment their competence portfolio. About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert. Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Doctor - other Salary £49,909 a year per annum (plus enhancements) Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 209-A-25-7224092 Job locations Macclesfield District General Hospital Victora Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC) BLS Good background in training at Foundation / House Officer level Clinical Skills Essential Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours. Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job. Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job. Other role requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent medical qualification recognised by the General Medical Council (GMC) BLS Good background in training at Foundation / House Officer level Clinical Skills Essential Acute care safe: up-to-date ALS. Experience of working at night, and out of hours. Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job. Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk. Knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need. Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills, required in the job. Proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings required in the job. Other role requirements Essential Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details 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. 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. 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 East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victora Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victora Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Macclesfield District, General Hospital, SK10 3BL Victora Road, Macclesfield, United Kingdom