Leadership

Course

Effective Educational Supervision (online) - November

09 November 2026

This online course meets the General Medical Council’s requirements for educational supervisors. It explores the fundamentals of educational supervision and provides essential updates on the RCPCH Progress+ curriculum and RCPCH assessments.

Paediatric careers

Leadership

News

Ian Parrett announced as new Chief Executive Officer for RCPCH

22 April 2026

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Parrett as our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH).

News

'Leading the way' episode 10: Leading through advocacy and collaboration, with Kay Tyerman

22 April 2026

In this episode, Jonathan spoke with Dr Kay Tyerman, a paediatric nephrologist, about her vast career and journey to leadership. Kay’s approach to leadership is rooted in advocacy and collaboration, qualities that are essential in shaping effective health systems.

News

'Leading the way' episode 9: Compassionate leadership in challenging times, with Will Clement

18 March 2026

In this podcast episode, Jonathan spoke with Will, a leadership consultant, executive coach and facilitator, about his extensive work across the NHS and this College. What emerged was a powerful reminder of why compassionate leadership is not optional — it is essential.

News

Shining a light on child health progress - President's update

23 February 2026

In this edition, Steve shares important policy wins, workforce and service priorities, and new resources for members alongside opportunities to get involved and amplify your voice for children and young people.

News

'Leading the way' episode 8: Strategic leadership in safeguarding, with Dr Vicki Walker

18 February 2026

All child health professionals, no matter their role, must have knowledge and skills in safeguarding and as a designated doctor in child protection, Vicki has particular leadership experience in this area. Jonathan introduces the latest episode from our leadership podcast series.

News

'Leading the way' episode 7: Stepping up when opportunities arise, with Professor Steve Turner

21 January 2026

Leadership is not about hierarchy: it’s about connection, contribution and culture. Jonathan introduces this episode of our leadership podcast, featuring RCPCH President Steve Turner.

Volunteering opportunity

Vice President for Policy and Advocacy: 2027-30

Closing date

19 October 2026

We are recruiting our next VP to lead on the College's strategy on health policy and advocacy, including prevention, health inequalities, health services, workforce, child protection and mental health. You will lead, collaborate and engage with stakeholders across the UK, and work in close partnersh...

Health policy

Choose paediatrics

Continuing professional development

Leadership

Mentoring

Public affairs and campaigning

RCPCH Conference

Workforce

Volunteering opportunity

Vice President for Science and Research: 2027-30

Closing date

19 October 2026

We are recruiting our next VP to lead the College's strategy on science and research. This senior role is pivotal in helping improve the environment of child health research and quality improvement initiatives across the UK, and further develop our resources for members and the wider workforce. You ...

Clinical guidelines and standards

News

'Leading the way' episode 6: Helping others thrive, with Dr Jonathan Darling

17 December 2025

This month, it's our usual podcast host Jonathan in the spotlight! He's interviewed by Arnab Seal, who featured in our previous episode, and who shares his reflections.