Job summary
We are currently recruiting for a multiple Trust Grade doctors (1 x full time and 1 x 60%) in Broadmoor Hospital. The ideal candidate will have the drive, enthusiasm and vision to join our High Secure service in Broadmoor Hospital.
Broadmoor Hospital is a trainee hub, with links to the Oxford, Charing Cross and St Mary's training schemes. Significant opportunities are available for teaching, audit/QI, research and leadership experience, depending on the interests of the successful candidate.
This post is equivalent to CT1-3
Main duties of the job
The doctor will be responsible for contributing to the day to day management of up to 20 patients under the supervision of the consultant. The doctor will additionally undertake on call duties which will involve attendance at all wards within the hospital. General clinical duties of the post include: -
- The assessment and management of the patients on the ward.
- The assessment of patients referred to the ward.
- Performing physical examinations and the organisation of clinically indicated physical investigations.
- The on-going assessment and management of the inpatients including contributing to multidisciplinary reviews.
- Participation in CPA meetings and relevant documentation.
- Liaising with other Professionals.
- The preparation of Psychiatric reports.
- Occasional cross cover.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Degree.
- Full registration with the GMC.
Desirable
- MRCPsych
- Higher qualifications
- Section 12(2) approval.
Knowledge, Clinical expertise in specialty
Essential
- At least 1 year's full time post. GMC registration clinical experience (or equivalent gained on part time flexible basis)
- A demonstrable interest in psychiatry
- Ability to demonstrate clinical problem solving in interdisciplinary areas
- Possession of good organizational skills
Desirable
- Experience in Forensic Psychiatry.
Clinical audit
Essential
- Willingness to participate in clinical audit activities
Personal Skills
Essential
- Willingness and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to work flexibly, adapting one's approach to the clinical situation and changing service provision.
- Be able to actively listen and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience of management of change.
CPD
Essential
- Willingness to engage with the appraisal process.
Desirable
- Registered with RCPsych CPD program.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Degree.
- Full registration with the GMC.
Desirable
- MRCPsych
- Higher qualifications
- Section 12(2) approval.
Knowledge, Clinical expertise in specialty
Essential
- At least 1 year's full time post. GMC registration clinical experience (or equivalent gained on part time flexible basis)
- A demonstrable interest in psychiatry
- Ability to demonstrate clinical problem solving in interdisciplinary areas
- Possession of good organizational skills
Desirable
- Experience in Forensic Psychiatry.
Clinical audit
Essential
- Willingness to participate in clinical audit activities
Personal Skills
Essential
- Willingness and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Willingness to work flexibly, adapting one's approach to the clinical situation and changing service provision.
- Be able to actively listen and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Experience of management of change.
CPD
Essential
- Willingness to engage with the appraisal process.
Desirable
- Registered with RCPsych CPD program.
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. 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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. 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
