Job summary
- Main area
- Palliative Medicine
- Grade
- NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant
- Contract
- 5 months (Fixed term contract until end October 2026)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 293-Consultant-398
- Employer
- Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Joseph's Hospice
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £109,725 - £145,478 per annum (pro rata)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 22/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Locum Consultant in Palliative Medicine
NHS Medical & Dental: Locum Consultant
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Job overview
LOCUM CONSULTANT IN PALLIATIVE MEDICINE
Employer: Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location of work: St. Joseph’s Hospice, Mare Street, London
Fixed term contract until end October 2026 for maternity leave, full time 10 PAs or part time will be considered
Salary: £109,725 - £145,478 per annum pro rata + 2% on call supplement + London weighting allowance
Closing date: 22nd April 2026
Interview date: TBC
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Consultant who is passionate about equity in end-of-life care. You will have the opportunity to lead clinical excellence while proactively reaching "harder to reach" groups, such as the homeless community, through research, audit, and education. Supported by our multi-lingual advocacy team and modern day-hospice facilities, you will ensure our specialist services are accessible to all.
Key Requirements:
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
- On the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine (or within 6 months of CCT).
- A demonstrable commitment to inclusive practice and cultural competence.
- On-call 1:8 weeknights and weekends
Working for our organisation
Join an established, forward-thinking Palliative Care team at St Joseph’s Hospice. This role is primarily community-based, with inpatient ward cover, serving the vibrant and ethnically diverse population of Newham, Tower Hamlets, City, and Hackney.
For further information or an informal visit at the hospice please contact Dr Andrew Tysoe-Calnon, Medical Director [email protected] / 02085256000 or Dr Ting Ta [email protected] / 02085256000
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details and main responsibilities of the role please view the job descriptions and person specification.
Person specification
QUALIFICATION
Essential criteria
- MRCP/MRCGP/FRCP or equivalent qualification
- Full GMC registration with license to practise
Desirable criteria
- Diploma, Masters Degree or other higher degree in Palliative Medicine
TRAINING
Essential criteria
- Should be on the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT / CESR in palliative medicine
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING
Essential criteria
- Evidence of critical thinking and the ability to apply evidence in clinical practice
- Recognition of the importance of on-going CPD
- Experience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching
- Evidence of involvement in audit projects and quality improvement projects
Desirable criteria
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Evidence of experience and interest in development of self as teacher
- Experience of leading or significant contribution to audit groups
MANAGEMENT
Essential criteria
- Understanding of current issues facing the NHS and independent hospices
- Appreciation of what makes a good leader, good manager and good team player
Desirable criteria
- Experience of leading service development at consultant level
- Experience of line management, educational supervision or preparing works schedule for trainees
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Andrew Tysoe-Calnon
- Job title
- Medical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0208 525 6000
- Additional information
Dr Ting Ta [email protected] / 02085256000
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