St Joseph's Hospice

Locum Consultant

The closing date is 22 April 2026

Job summary

Employer: Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Location of work: St. Joseph's Hospice, Mare Street, London

Fixed term contract until end October 2026 for maternity leave, full time 10 PAs or part time will be considered

Salary: £109,725 - £145,478 per annum pro rata + 2% on call supplement + London weighting allowance

Closing date: 22nd April 2026

Interview date: week commencing 11th May 2026

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a Consultant who is passionate about equity in end-of-life care. You will have the opportunity to lead clinical excellence while proactively reaching "harder to reach" groups, such as the homeless community, through research, audit, and education. Supported by our multi-lingual advocacy team and modern day-hospice facilities, you will ensure our specialist services are accessible to all.

Key Requirements:

- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.

- On the Specialist Register for Palliative Medicine (or within 6 months of CCT).

- A demonstrable commitment to inclusive practice and cultural competence.

- On-call 1:8 weeknights and weekends.

About us

Join an established, forward-thinking Palliative Care team at St Joseph's Hospice. 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 Andrew Tysoe-Calnon, Medical Director a.tysoecalnon@stjh.org.uk / 02085256000 or Dr Ting Ta T.Ta@stjh.org.uk / 02085256000

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

VPE93CA0C8

Job locations

St Josephs' Hospice, Mare Street, London, E8 4SA

E8 4SA


Job description

Job responsibilities

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

St Joseph's Hospice

Address

St Josephs' Hospice, Mare Street, London, E8 4SA

E8 4SA


Employer's website

https://www.stjh.org.uk/about-us/our-history/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx-6rn76G9gIVQYBQBh0ftgaxEAAYASAAEgLITPD_BwE (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

St Joseph's Hospice

Address

St Josephs' Hospice, Mare Street, London, E8 4SA

E8 4SA


Employer's website

https://www.stjh.org.uk/about-us/our-history/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx-6rn76G9gIVQYBQBh0ftgaxEAAYASAAEgLITPD_BwE (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Recruitment Team

Recruitment@stjh.org.uk

02085256000

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£109,725 to £145,478 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

5 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

VPE93CA0C8

Job locations

St Josephs' Hospice, Mare Street, London, E8 4SA

E8 4SA


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