Consultant Paediatrician in Community Child Health

The successful candidate will contribute to the assessment and management of children and young people with ADHD, autism and a range of neurodevelopmental conditions. While primarily responsible for delivering a high-quality clinical service, the postholder will also be expected to contribute actively to service development and leadership alongside the wider multidisciplinary and management teams. There are no inpatient or on-call commitments associated with this post. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (North Devon site) serves a population of approximately 185,000 people across Northern Devon and provides a range of acute, specialist and community services. The close association with the University of Exeter Medical School offers excellent opportunities for involvement in undergraduate teaching, education and research. The North Devon site is based in Barnstaple, situated within an area of outstanding natural beauty with easy access to the coasts and countryside of both Devon and Cornwall. The area benefits from good road, rail and air transport links, offering an excellent quality of life and work-life balance. For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

Interview Date

30th November 2026

For further information please contact

Dr Helen Chaplin, Consultant Community Paediatrician and Lead for the Paediatric ADHD Service, via helenchaplin@nhs.net or on 01271 311853. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.