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Whether entering specialty training at ST1 or later, applying for a sub-specialty or special interest module or looking to join paediatrics from outside the UK - here's the information you need.
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ST1 entry

Most doctors enter paediatric training at Specialty Training 1, or ST1, starting their posts in August or September. This is known as 'National Round 1'. Applications for 2023 posts are closed.
Guidance on applying to ST1
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ST3 and ST4 entry

Each year, we also offer training posts at Specialty Training levels 3 and 4. This is known as 'National Round 2'. Applications for 2023 posts are closed.
Guidance on applying to ST3 and ST4
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Academic training

All paediatricians play a part in research that benefits infants, children and young people. Academic posts enable some trainees to focus on research - and our toolkit and regular events give support.
About academic training
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Sub-specialty training

All paediatricians start their training in general paediatrics. Some choose to apply for one of the paediatric sub-specialties (previously known as 'Grid').

Applications for 2023 sub-specialty posts are closed. Applications for 2024 posts open this October. 

See a listing of all sub-specialities
About applying and interviewing for sub-specialty training

Other opportunities in paediatric training

Special Interest (SPIN) modules - how to apply (UK)
Medical Training Initiative (paediatrics) - guidance for international applica…
International Paediatric Sponsorship Scheme (IPSS) - guidance for international…
Other opportunities in the UK for international doctors
More about training, including our guides and Traineee Charter
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Recruiting consultant paediatricians

The Advisory Appointment Committee (AAC) is an interview panel for NHS employers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland appointing to substantive consultant posts. We provide guidance for employers and for members acting as the College Assessor on these panels.

For College assessors on AACs
For employers

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Dr Joseph Ward
Announcement
26 May 2023

Dr Joseph L Ward wins the Donald Paterson Award 2023

The Donald Paterson Award is granted to the best article on any subject related to paediatrics published or accepted for publication within the previous year. This year the prize has been awarded to Dr Joseph Ward. Dr Ward was nominated the winner for his research paper “Risk factors for PICU adm...
Announcement
11 May 2023

Dr Felicity Fitzgerald wins the Simon Newell Award 2023

The Simon Newell Award Recognises an outstanding young medically qualified researcher in British paediatrics. Each year, with support from GOSH Charity and Sparks, we offer this prestigious award of £2,000 to one early independent researcher in paediatrics.
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Announcement
9 May 2023

Paediatric Gastroenterology Research Team win the RCPCH-NIHR PIER Prize 2023

The PIER Award Recognises significant contributions to excellent patient engagement for NIHR Clinical Research Network Portfolio studies. The research team based in Addenbrooke’s Hospital has demonstrated a commitment to working in such a way that all their research is informed by children and young...