Consultant in Paediatric Allergy

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Consultant in Paediatric Allergy to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team in delivering exceptional care to children and young people. The successful candidate will need to have demonstrated expertise and competence not only in the management of children with allergies, but also in teaching and research skills, as well as in NHS administration. Consideration will be given to general paediatricians with an interest in paediatric allergy and medical education, as well as those with formal sub‑specialty training in the area.

The main duties of the post support the following activities:

• Allergy clinics for assessment of local and regional referrals.
• Regular desensitisation clinics.
• Monthly joint Allergy ENT and joint Allergy Ophthalmology and Peri‑anaesthetic Allergy.
• Quarterly Joint Allergy/Immunology Gastroenterology, Neurology, Hematology, Rheumatology and Respiratory clinics.

• Food and drug challenges (10 per week).
• SCIT for insect venom, grass and tree pollen allergies.
• SLIT (initiation) for house dust mite and pollen allergies.
• Omalizumab for urticaria, severe asthma and severe allergic conjunctivitis.
• Drug reaction evaluations / SPT / IDT / drug provocation tests and desensitisations.
• Evaluation for peri‑operative suspected allergic reactions.

• Weekly tertiary MDT.
• Weekly clinical education meeting.
• Three monthly meetings of the Northwest Paediatric Allergy Network.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi‑speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.

We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state‑of‑the‑art facilities and cutting‑edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.

If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name:
Vibha Sharma

Job title:

Consultant in Paediatric Allergy
Email address:
Telephone number: 0161 701 5099

Cathryn Winchcombe
General Manager for Complex Medicine
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