Job Overview Locum Consultant Psychiatrist (Forensic Psychiatry) – 6‑month contract starting 17 August 2026. Based in East London Forensic Service at the John Howard Centre, Bow Ward. Approx. 6–7 female patients per caseload, cross‑cover on Thursdays & Fridays, assessments for admission to medium or low secure care, and liaison with high‑security women.
Main Responsibilities
Clinical lead for the multidisciplinary team on Bow Ward (12 beds).
Provide leadership, supervision and management of a complex population including acute needs, comorbidity and personality disorders.
Conduct admissions assessments for women to female secure services.
Provide cross‑cover for Dr Ratnam on Thursdays & Fridays.
Maintain liaison with the small number of high‑security women.
Deliver or support NICE guideline‑based care.
Essential Qualifications
MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
MRCPsych or equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Full GMC registration with licence to practise.
Included on the GMC Specialist Register or to obtain within three months of appointment.
Approved clinician status and S12 MHA approval.
Ability to travel within East London and between clinical sites.
Knowledge and understanding of forensic psychiatry.
Excellent communication and decision‑making skills.
Capability to function under MHA and MCA provisions.
Desirable Qualifications
Higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
Additional clinical qualifications.
Good standing with GMC regarding warnings or conditions.
Experience in quality improvement, audit and service evaluation.
Experience in undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training.
Experience in research, publications or presentations.
Essential Clinical Skills
Expertise in forensic psychiatry.
Application of the bio‑psycho‑social model.
Excellent oral and written communication in English.
Management of clinical complexity and uncertainty.
Evidence‑based decision‑making involving collaboration.
Compliance with MHA and MCA duties.
Academic & Lifelong Learning
Interest and experience in quality improvement and audit.
Participation in continuous professional development.
Ability to appraise and use clinical evidence.
Planning and execution of clinical audit and CPD activities.
Experience in research, teaching and service improvement.
Benefits & Working Conditions Locum consultant role with flexible working arrangements to be negotiated and relocation support for up to £8,000. Post is a 6‑month contract.
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