About the programme

Our trainees rotate between John Radcliffe, Royal Berkshire, Milton Keynes, Stoke Mandeville and Wexham Park hospitals.  John Radcliffe is our tertiary centre with placements available in Level 3 NICU, PICU and tertiary sub-specialties (Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Respiratory, Neurology, Haematology/Oncology, Infectious Diseases and Rheumatology).

Level 1

ST1 – DGH placements in General Paediatrics and Level 2 Neonates. Includes some time in Community Paediatrics in the same trust.

ST2 – Based at JRH. 6 months Level 3 NICU, 4 months sub-specialties and 2 months Community Paediatrics

ST3 – DGH placements in General Paediatrics and Level 2 Neonates.

Level 2

ST4-7 – Mixture of General Paeds/Level 2 Neonates placements at DGHs and sub-speciality placements at JRH to meet individual curriculum requirements.

Jobs are allocated every 6 months and you will be asked for your preferences before each placement. Unfortunately, while we attempt to take preferences into account, we’re unable to guarantee first choice of site/specialties.

Academic Paediatrics

In Collaboration with the Oxford University Department of Paediatrics and the Oxford University Clinical Academic Graduate School (OUCAGS) there is a successful programme for those who wish to pursue a career in academic paediatrics. The Department of Paediatrics hosts internationally world renowned research programs in gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging and vaccinology; with work ranging from fundamental concepts to clinical application.