Clinical Fellows in Psychiatry - Inpatient Services

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health trust in the UK invites applications for Clinical Fellows in Psychiatry to work in their inpatient services at Springfield Hospital. These are full-time positions, suitable for doctors at various career stages, providing opportunities for training and educational development in a supportive and collaborative environment. The role involves being part of a multidisciplinary team, working at the core trainee level, with a chance for extension based on mutual agreement.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities as necessary.
• Registered with GMC.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team in inpatient psychiatric wards.
• Participate in training and educational opportunities.
• Availability for daytime duties and optional out-of-hours on-call.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Understanding of audit principles

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC Registered

Job description

Clinical Fellows in Psychiatry - Inpatient Services

Employer: South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust

Location: London, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 23 Jun 2025

Job summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to work as Clinical Fellows in our Inpatient Wards in General Adult Psychiatry. These are full-time (40 hours per week) posts at South West London and St George's Mental Health Trust, based at Springfield Hospital, Tooting, London.

The posts are offered at a level equivalent to Core Trainee, with appointments based on qualifications and experience. The initial duration is 6 months, with a possibility of extension for a further 6 months, subject to mutual agreement, availability, and funding.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants will work at Springfield Hospital as part of a multidisciplinary team in modern inpatient psychiatric wards. Each ward has a clinical supervisor (ward consultant) and a second ward doctor (core trainee or clinical fellow). The posts are suitable for doctors at various career stages, including Post Foundation Year 2, FY3, or those seeking to attain MRCPsych qualifications.

The role offers training, educational opportunities, and appraisal, including attendance at a weekly academic program. Out-of-hours on-call is optional, but participation in daytime duties is expected.

About us

We are proud to belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. Our services are rated 'good' by the Care Quality Commission, and we aim to be 'outstanding'. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism, offering flexible working, career development, and benefits.

Job description

These 6-month Clinical Fellow posts (August 2025 - February 2026) are at core trainee level, with salary based on experience. Successful candidates will work as ward doctors in friendly, modern inpatient environments. The role is suitable for doctors at various career stages, including Post Foundation and other medical trainees.

There may be an opportunity for a further 6-month extension, depending on mutual agreement and availability. Training, educational opportunities, and appraisal will be provided.

Person Specification

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC Registered

Desirable

• Additional degrees (e.g., BSc), honours, or distinctions

Experience

• At least 2 years post-qualification experience
• Experience managing mental health conditions under supervision

Desirable

• Evidence of experience supported by references
• Attainment of UK Foundation Programme or equivalent
• Experience in the specialty during foundation or core training

Audit and Research

• Understanding of audit principles
• Good communication, organisational skills, honesty, and reliability
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to travel as required

Desirable

• Participation in audit and clinical governance activities
• Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities

Additional requirements

This post is subject to a DBS check. Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.