Clinical Fellow in Psychiatry - Rose Ward
- Temporary, Full-time
Job summary
Clinical Fellow in Psychiatry - Rose Ward
4 months Fixed Term Contract
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to work as Clinical Fellow in our Inpatient Wards in General Adult Psychiatry.
This is for a full time (40 hours per week) post at South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust, based at Springfield Hospital, Tooting, London.
This post is being offered at the equivalent of Core Trainee level, and the appointment would be at a grade based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. The post will be for 3 months initially to cover a gap in the Resident Doctor rotation. However, there is the possibility that the post may be extended for a further 4 months, subject to availability and funding.
As this is a short term role, there is no offer of sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa.
Prospective applicants must ensure that they already have a right to live and work in the UK.
Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will work at Springfield Hospital, as part of an MDT in in-patient psychiatric wards. The clinical supervisor will be the ward consultant, who is solely based on the ward. The ward also has a GP trainee and Middle Grade doctor.
The post is suitable for doctors at several stages of their career including Post Foundation Year 2 and doctors seeking attainment of specific expertise in an FY3 year.
The post will also suit doctors seeking to enhance their portfolio to gain entry to the training grades and doctors already in non-training Grade positions e.g. SAS doctors or Trust Fellows who are seeking a formal educational structure to their posts.
Training, educational opportunities will be available to successful candidates, including attendance at the weekly academic programme.
There is no out of hours on-call duty for this role. However, there may be an opportunity to take part in the on-call rota to cover gaps, if desired and subject to availability.
Participation in the Daytime Duty Doctor cover is mandatory.
If you are an energetic and motivated doctor who would like to join our service, then we would like to hear from you. We look forward to receiving your application.
About us
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Details
Date posted: 21 October 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £54,499 a year per annum pro rata plus London Zone Allowances
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 4 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 294-MEDI-0515-EO
Job responsibilities
This 4-month Clinical Fellow (CF) post is offered from 2nd December 2026 at core trainee equivalent level. Successful applicants will work as ward doctors in friendly, modern in-patient environments.
Further details in the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Educational Qualifications
- Essential: MBBS or equivalent
- Essential: GMC Registered
- Desirable: Other basic degree, e.g. BSc
- Desirable: Honours or undergraduate distinction
Experience
- Essential: 2 years of foundation training or equivalent
- Essential: Experience of management of mental health conditions under supervision
- Desirable: Presented evidence of experience to date supported by references, attainment of the UK Foundation Programme or an equivalent level of experience
- Desirable: Experience of working in the speciality e.g. during foundation or core training
Audit and Research
- Essential: A good understanding of the principles
- Desirable: Evidence of participation in audit and clinical governance activity
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name: South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust
Employer's website: https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/
Contact
Medical Staffing - Dr Katerina Reid - medicalstaffing@swlstg.nhs.uk - 07783894920
Apply through our website.