Job summaryClinical Fellow - Kingston Liaison Team5 months Fixed Term ContractFull Time - 40 hours per weekApplications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to work as Locally Employed Doctors /Clinical Fellows in our Liaison Team based in Kingston.
This is for Full time (40 hours per week) post and is basedin Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Road, Kingston KT2 7QB
The 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 5 months to cover a short term vacancy.
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 jobSuccessful applicants will work within the Liaison Team based in Kingston as part of an MDT team. The clinical supervisor will be the ward consultant who is based on the wards.
The post is suitable for doctors at several stages of their career including Post Foundation Year 2, doctors seeking attainment of specific expertise in an FY3 year, or an additional clinical post while they obtain MRCPsych qualifications.
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 and appraisal 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 usWorking for your organisation
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 ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
DetailsDate posted: 27 August 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: 5 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 294-MEDI-0505-EO
Job locations: Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Road, Kingston, KT2 7QB, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThis 3-month Clinical Fellow (CF) post is offered from October 2026 at core trainee equivalent level, and the appointment would be at a salary based on the qualifications and experience of the applicant. Successful applicants will work as ward doctors in friendly, modern in-patient environments.
Further details in the attached Job Description.
Person SpecificationEducational QualificationsEssential- MBBS or equivalent
- GMC Registered
Desirable- Other basic degree, e.g. BSc,
- Honours or undergraduate distinction
- Section 12 approval
ExperienceEssential- 2 years of foundation training or equivalent
- 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.
- Experience of working in the speciality e.g. during foundation or core training.
Audit and ResearchEssential- A good understanding of the principles
Desirable- Evidence of participation in audit and clinical governance activity
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer name: South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust
Address: Kingston Hospital, Galsworthy Road, Kingston, KT2 7QB, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Medical Staffing, medicalstaffing@swlstg.nhs.uk, 07783894920
Supporting documentsPrivacy notice: South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
