Trust Doctor in Neonates (ST3)
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation TrustAshford, South East
Overview
This is a NHS role (fixed-term) with East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust based in Ashford. The advertised salary is £67,325. Applications close on 24 November 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
Welcome to East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust where our neonatal services are provided across 2 sites. There is a level 3 Neonatal in...
We are pleased to be offering a 1-year fixed term Neonatal (ST3 equivalent). The appointee will participate in an EWTD compliant full shift rota on the Middle grade rota.
Full support and training needs will be carefully monitored with the supervisor of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will have enthusiasm, excellent clinical and communication skills and be keen to develop skills in clinical governance, quality improvement, research and the development of cross site clinical support for our level 1 sister unit in Margate.
We are pleased to be offering a 1-year fixed term Neonatal (ST3 equivalent). The appointee will participate in an EWTD compliant full shift rota on the Middle grade rota.
Full support and training needs will be carefully monitored with the supervisor of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will have enthusiasm, excellent clinical and communication skills and be keen to develop skills in clinical governance, quality improvement, research and the development of cross site clinical support for our level 1 sister unit in Margate.
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates for a Skilled Worker Visa for roles that are eligible at the time of application.
Essential: - MRCP/MRPCH or equivalent; - Minimum of English Level 2 (GCSE grade C or equivalent); - NLS or equivalent neonatal resuscitation provider qualification; - IELTS or graduate of a UK Medical School
Desirable: - Prior experience of neonatal intensive care in UK
Essential: - Full GMC registration; - Minimum of neonatal intensive care (level 3) experience of 2 years at middle grade level (UK or worldwide)
Desirable: - NLS or equivalent instructor status APLS or EPLS provider; - Advanced IT Skills; - Understanding of data collection and analysis methods Good clinical Practice for research (GCP) qualification; - Good clinical Practice for research (GCP) qualification; - Higher degree; - Management experience/qualification
Essential: - Consistently safe, vigilant about safety, reassuringly professional, listen and clearly communication, delivers the best outcomes, always improving ourselves and services
Essential: - Welcoming and polite attentive and helpful and respect others. Speak on behalf of those who cannot, respect people and their dignity, work as a team, take responsibility and be a leader
How this role compares
We hold 1,159 NHS vacancies in South East that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £39,959. This role pays more than about 84% of them.
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You have 13 days left to apply. NHS adverts we hold typically run for around 30 days, so this is a shorter window than usual.
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