Job summary
CONSULTANT IN PALLIATIVE MEDICINE
Employer: Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location of work: St. Joseph's Hospice, Mare Street, London
Substantive contract full time 10 PAs
Salary: £109,725 - £145,478 per annum pro rata + 2% on call supplement + London weighting allowance
Ready to Lead and Innovate in the Heart of East London?
Are you a passionate Palliative Medicine specialist looking for a role that combines clinical excellence with true community impact? This is your chance to join the prestigious, well-established team at St Joseph's Hospice in a role that truly makes a difference.
Why This Role is Unique:This isn't just a consultant post; it's a chance to work across the full spectrum of palliative care. Your role bridges the gap between our vibrant 24-bed inpatient unit and a dynamic community service. You'll be serving the beautifully diverse populations of Hackney, Newham, and Tower Hamlets, supported by an incredible multi-lingual advocacy team and a world-class complementary therapies centre.
Closing date: 22nd April 2026
Interview date: TBC
Main duties of the job
What You'll Bring to the Team:
- Clinical Leadership: Lead the charge in both ward-based and community settings.
- Innovation & Research: We don't just follow best practices--we create them. You'll have the freedom to develop specialist interests, from pioneering research to building vital links with underserved groups, like the homeless community.
- Education: Share your expertise through our busy, active Education Centre, shaping the next generation of palliative care professionals.
The Essentials:
- Balance: A sustainable1:8 on-call rota (weeknights and weekends).
- Qualifications: Full GMC registration with a license to practise. You should be on the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine (or within 6 months of your CCT).
About us
Join a team that values your vision as much as your clinical skill. Apply today and help us redefine what modern palliative care looks like in the heart of London!
This role is primarily community-based, with inpatient ward cover, serving the vibrant and ethnically diverse population of Newham, Tower Hamlets, City, and Hackney.
For further information or an informal visit at the hospice please contact Dr Rachel Black, CEO R.Black@stjh.org.uk / 020 85256000
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details and main responsibilities of the role please view the job descriptions and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details and main responsibilities of the role please view the job descriptions and person specification.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION
Essential
- MRCP/MRCGP/FRCP or equivalent qualification
- Full GMC registration with license to practise
Desirable
- Diploma, Masters Degree or other higher degree in Palliative Medicine
TRAINING
Essential
- Should be on the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT / CESR in palliative medicine
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING
Essential
- Evidence of critical thinking and the ability to apply evidence in clinical practice
- Recognition of the importance of on-going CPD
- Experience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching
- Evidence of involvement in audit projects and quality improvement projects
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Evidence of experience and interest in development of self as teacher
- Experience of leading or significant contribution to audit groups
MANAGEMENT
Essential
- Understanding of current issues facing the NHS and independent hospices
- Appreciation of what makes a good leader, good manager and good team player
Desirable
- Experience of leading service development at consultant level
- Experience of line management, educational supervision or preparing works schedule for trainees
Person Specification
QUALIFICATION
Essential
- MRCP/MRCGP/FRCP or equivalent qualification
- Full GMC registration with license to practise
Desirable
- Diploma, Masters Degree or other higher degree in Palliative Medicine
TRAINING
Essential
- Should be on the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine or within 6 months of attaining CCT / CESR in palliative medicine
RESEARCH, AUDIT AND TEACHING
Essential
- Evidence of critical thinking and the ability to apply evidence in clinical practice
- Recognition of the importance of on-going CPD
- Experience of undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching
- Evidence of involvement in audit projects and quality improvement projects
Desirable
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Evidence of experience and interest in development of self as teacher
- Experience of leading or significant contribution to audit groups
MANAGEMENT
Essential
- Understanding of current issues facing the NHS and independent hospices
- Appreciation of what makes a good leader, good manager and good team player
Desirable
- Experience of leading service development at consultant level
- Experience of line management, educational supervision or preparing works schedule for trainees
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).
