Consultant Clinical Geneticist

Permanent : The post offers a total of 10 Programmed Activities (PAs), which includes 8.5 Clinical PAs and 1.5 Supporting PAs.

Applications are invited from candidates with a CCST in Clinical Genetics for the post of Consultant in Clinical Genetics, hosted by Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust (SC(NHS)FT), but based at the Northern General Hospital.

This is a full-time post, to provide clinical support to the present team of six Consultants, providing Clinical Genetic services for a population of around two million, and a further consultant leading the NCG atypical EDS service.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a varied clinical workload, with opportunities to sub-specialise in the future.

Interviews expected to be held on Friday 24th April 2026.

Main duties of the job

As a Consultant in Clinical Genetics in Sheffield, the postholder will contribute to providing clinical services for the population of South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire. The postholder will initially be expected to undertake a general caseload, but the future development of special interests and services will be encouraged and supported.

The postholder will undertake an average of 2-3 clinics per week, or the equivalent, seeing approximately 4-5 families per clinic. The department runs Outpatient Clinics in Sheffield and Peripheral Clinics throughout the region.

The postholder will also participate in a rota for Ward Referrals and urgent cases, although there is no on-call commitment. The postholder will contribute to meetings, including with mainstream colleagues. Job planning will take place annually.

Working hours are flexible, with lunch and travel to peripheral clinics included in the working times. As long as contracted hours are fulfilled, start and finish times can be adjusted. Additionally, there will be consideration of time off in lieu for any weekend working.

About us

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.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registration.
• MBBS or equivalent plus one of MRCP/MRCPCH or equivalent.

Desirable

• Relevant higher degree - MD or PhD.

Training

Essential

• Recognised higher specialised training programme in Clinical Genetics or within 6 months of attaining CCT.

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in Clinical Genetics

Audit/ Research

Essential

• Competence in clinical audit.
• Training in audit at SpR or equivalent level.
• Interest in research.

Desirable

• Able to initiate and carry out medical research projects.
• Authorship of research papers.

Teaching

Essential

• Experience in training undergraduates and medical students and postgraduate doctors and scientists.
• Interest in teaching.

Desirable

• Specific training in education and/or appraisals.

Management

Essential

• Leadership skills.
• Knowledge of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Experience of management.
• Specific management training.

Other Qualities

Essential

• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines.
• Good communication skills.
• Good organisational skills.
• IT skills.