Clinical Fellow

NHS; Wigan; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wigan is seeking a dedicated doctor for a permanent position focused on palliative care. The role involves caring for hospice inpatients within a supportive multidisciplinary team environment. Ideal candidates will have a recognized medical qualification, registration with GMC, and a strong interest in palliative medicine. This opportunity offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including generous leave, pension scheme, and professional development support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (35 days)

Contributory Pension Scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised lunches

Cycle to Work Scheme

Exclusive discounts on shopping and leisure

Qualifications

• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• At least one year of palliative care experience.
• Experience in multidisciplinary team working.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding care to Hospice inpatients.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in on-call duties approximately once every five weeks.

Skills

Proficient written and verbal skills in English language

Strong interest in palliative medicine

Problem solving skills

Excellent team working skills

Education

Recognised medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent)

Full registration with the GMC

Completion of Foundation Training Programme

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding and forward‑thinking service. The Hospice provides Specialist Palliative Care through its 14 bed Inpatient Unit, Outpatient Clinics, and extensive Community services. The main responsibilities of the post are to provide outstanding care to Hospice inpatients. The post is fully supported by a comprehensive multidisciplinary team.

Applicants must be fully registered with the GMC and have successfully completed their foundation training and have an interest in palliative medicine. Relevant training will be provided.

If you share our values and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit one doctor on a permanent basis, working 8 PAs (4 days a week) plus maximum of 1 in 5 on‑call.

Salary: £55,825 per annum, inclusive of on‑call

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 10 December 2025.

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We are committed to creating a workplace where you feel supported, valued, and able to thrive. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• A warm and welcoming environment: You’ll be part of a supportive team working in a calm, compassionate setting, with access to our beautiful hospice gardens.
• Comprehensive induction: We provide a thorough and supportive induction programme designed to welcome you, build your confidence, and equip you with everything you need to succeed in your new role.
• Generous annual leave: 35 days (inclusive of bank holidays).
• 3 additional days annual leave in respect of on‑call requirement.
• Contributory Pension Scheme: We offer a contributory private pension scheme to support your future. If you have contributed to the NHS Pension Scheme within the last 12 months, you will be eligible to continue your NHS pension while working with us.

We also provide:

• Free on‑site parking.
• Subsidised lunches freshly prepared.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Exclusive shopping, leisure, and holiday discounts.
• On‑demand GP access.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan.

About us

Wigan and Leigh Hospice is a well‑established charity which has been operating since 1983. We provide a wide range of palliative care services to people with advancing life‑limiting illnesses of any diagnosis and to those people important to them. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs.

We are committed to protect the privacy and security of your personal information. To see how we do this please visit our website and read our Role Applicants DataProtection Compliance Statement (Privacy Notice).

Successful appointments will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check (DBS) check.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, this will mean you have been unsuccessful this time.

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Job responsibilities

For details of the job description and person specification for this role please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities

• Proficient written and verbal skills in English language
• Strong interest in palliative medicine and a commitment to the vision and values of Wigan and Leigh Hospice
• Capable of organising and prioritising work effectively
• Problem solving skills and good clinical judgment
• Awareness of confidentiality and ethical issues
• Excellent team working skills
• Commitment to continuing professional development

Other

• Able to attend the hospice within 30‑40 minutes when on‑call
• Driver with a valid licence or ability to travel effectively to undertake required duties
• Member of a Medical Defence Organisation

Qualifications

• Recognised medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent)
• Full registration with the GMC and holding a licence to practise
• Completion of Foundation Training Programme (or equivalent)
• Knowledge and experience of multidisciplinary team working in specialities relevant to Palliative Care
• Experience of audit work
• Experience in Palliative Care
• Advanced Communication Skills
• Experience of teaching

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.