Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

An opportunity has arisen for one whole time Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon to join the team at Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

The post will be based predominantly at the Sheffield Children's Hospital site, however outreach adult orthopaedic clinics and theatre sessions will be required at the local Teaching Hospitals.

Main duties of the job

You will join a team of 11 existing Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeons and 4 Spinal Surgeons undertaking surgery at Sheffield Children's Hospital.

On call is shared 1:8 at Sheffield Children's Hospital (SCH), with prospective cover for leave of colleagues.

The post is full time and is a 10 PA job plan although additional sessions may be available.

Sheffield Children's Hospital is a designated Major Trauma Centre.

You should possess CCT in Trauma and Orthopaedics, with demonstrable experience and expertise in Paediatric Orthopaedics. Additional special interest in transitional lower limb conditions especially foot and ankle and the treatment of cerebral palsy with gait analysis is desirable to complement the needs of the department. The completion of 2 recognised 12-month fellowships in paediatric orthopaedics will be essential.

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

We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.