Job overview
Applications are invited for a fixed 3 month post of Clinical Fellow Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Paediatric Intensive Care at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to commence from 06 May 2026 until 04 August 2026.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work mainly in the Paediatric Department. Clinical and administrative duties will be equivalent to those working as Specialty Registrars.
The post holder will participate on the Middle Grade out of hour’s rota, which is a full shift pattern.
Those applying for a PICU post from a paediatric background should have had at least six months previous experience of NICU, and one year in Paediatrics; PICU experience is desirable.
Applications would also be welcomed from individuals with at least two years of experience of Anaesthesia, or Accident and Emergency; previous experience in PICU/AICU is essential.
In all cases MRCPCH or equivalent is essential.
Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.
Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.
Working for your organisation
The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Post holders will gain experience in Paediatric Intensive and High Dependency Care, including conventional and high frequency oscillatory ventilation, and transitional care.
Support for study leave will be given and participation in research and audit activities is strongly encouraged, although the training opportunities associated with these posts will be equal to those for the Specialty Registrars in the department.
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.
