Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity, available from February 2026, for a Specialty Doctor to join the team on the new Female PICU Ward (opening in April 2026), based at Littlestone Lodge, Dartford, Kent, DA2 6PB
The post will be based on the inpatient female PICU ward of Littlestone Lodge. It is a 10 bedded inpatient unit located next to Littlebrook Hospital, which has four general adult inpatient wards, including a well-established male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. The wards are Amberwood, Cherrywood, Pinewood and Willow Suite Male PICU. The female PICU ward will work closely with the male PICU ward to share learning, good practices and governance.
The post holder will work with a Consultant Psychiatrist and other members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to deliver quality care to patients on the ward.
The post holder will not have responsibility for community work except for Mental Health Assessment out of hours but will be expected to work collaboratively with the community mental health teams.
Main duties of the job
- To provide psychiatric care to patients admitted to the Female PICU ward
- To provide medical input to the Multidisciplinary Team on the ward.
- To support the RC in attending the Acute Pathway Meetings; all new admission are assessed by a senior doctor and have management plans in place within 24hrs of admission. The post holder has medical responsibility for inpatients on wards for which they are consultant.
- The post holder is expected to seek the views of families and carers when practicable while making decisions about patients care and discharge.
About us
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.
Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.
Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providingbrilliant care through brilliant people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our Benefits:
- Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000*
- Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical school
- Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
- Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
- Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
- Free access to an independent counselling service
- Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
- Car lease scheme
- A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of theRelocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.
Part time or job-share applications are welcome.
Our Benefits
Here are just some of our Benefits:
- Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000*
- Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kents own Medical school
- Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
- Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
- Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
- Free access to an independent counselling service
- Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
- Car lease scheme
- A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.
*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of theRelocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:kmpt.medical-recruitment@nhs.net
Person Specification
Transport
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
- Good knowledge in specialty
- Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
- Good oral and written communication skills in English
Desirable
- Postgraduate experience in specialty
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning
Essential
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit
Desirable
- Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Participated in research or service evaluation
Professional and personal qualities
Essential
- Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
Leadership
Essential
- Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Desirable
- Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
Person Specification
Transport
Essential
- Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
Desirable
- MRCPsych OR a specialist qualification from an EU country that complies with EU directive 2005/36/EU.
Eligibility
Essential
- Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise
Desirable
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice.
- Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 6 months of appointment
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- At least 4 years postgraduate experience, including at least 2 years in core psychiatry training programme
- Good knowledge in specialty
- Good clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
- Good oral and written communication skills in English
Desirable
- Postgraduate experience in specialty
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning
Essential
- Participated in continuous professional development
- Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Has actively participated in clinical audit
Desirable
- Able to deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training
- Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
- Participated in research or service evaluation
Professional and personal qualities
Essential
- Evidence of annual appraisal and commitment to appraisal and revalidation.
Desirable
- Able to use electronic records and use IT for email, internet and office software
Leadership
Essential
- Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback.
Desirable
- Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology OR able to achieve within one year of appointment
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust.
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).
