Locum Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist TGU
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Job Summary
The Trust is seeking to recruit a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist.
Job Summary
The Trust is seeking to recruit a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist.
The Kent Forensic Psychiatry Service (KFPS) is part of the Forensic and Specialist Care Group at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT). KFPS provides the NHS forensic mental health service for the county of Kent and the unitary authority of Medway. Kent and Medway has a population of approximately 1.8 million, which includes urban and variably populated rural areas. KFPS is based at the Trevor Gibbens Unit (TGU), the regional medium secure unit for Kent and Medway, close to the Maidstone acute hospital site. TGU provides an inpatient service with medium secure intensive care, acute, sub-acute, rehabilitation and step-down places for 66 patients, 50 men and 16 women. TGU has a very positive working atmosphere with high standards of clinical care for patients. The philosophy of care is person-centred with a focus on the promotion of rehabilitation and service user involvement in their care and treatment.
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician for up to 12 inpatients on Groombridge and Penshurst wards and will provide psychiatric care during their admission on these wards. The post holder will also have 1PA of DCC allocated within their job plan to conduct assessments for referrals made to KFPS. On average the post holder would be expected to carry out 2-3 new patient assessments per month and supervise other reports prepared by the resident doctors and members of the MDT.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician for a total of up to 12 inpatients on Groombridge and Penshurst wards and provide psychiatric care during their admission on these wards.
The post holder will be involved in the assessment of suitability for admission to the medium secure services in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. Since the post is based on medium secure admissions ward the post holder would be expected to be involved in the admission of patients being admitted to the ward. Where the new referral has been assessed by another member of the MDT, the post holder would be expected to supervise the report and undertake work related to making medical recommendations for admission to hospital under the Mental Health Act. The post holder would be expected to carry out 2-3 new patient assessments per month and supervise other reports prepared by the members of the MDT. It is anticipated that Kent, Surrey and Sussex patient referrals will arise from the Adult Services including referrals from the Criminal Justice Services, prisons, PICU and from other gatekeeping assessments. Patients discharged from the service will require follow up from their local community Mental Health teams or Forensic Outreach and Liaison Service team and there will need to be liaison with these teams to achieve this aim.
The post holder will be expected to liaise with their colleagues in the secure services regarding cover during periods of leave.
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 providing brilliant care through brilliant people.
Details
Date posted
10 July 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Locum
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
380-MED-25-026-LOCUM
Job locations
Trevor Gibbens Unit
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9PH
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:
* 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
* 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
* 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, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:
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:
* 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
* 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
* 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, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team:
Person Specification
Essential
Training, Qualifications and Registration
* MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
* Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
* On the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
* Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
* Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment
Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* MRCPsych
* Additional clinical qualifications.
* In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
Essential
Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Excellent knowledge in specialty
* Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
* Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
* Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others?AAC
* Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
Desirable
* Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning
Essential
* Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
* Ability to work in and lead team
* Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
* Participated in continuous professional development
* Participated in research or service evaluation
* Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
* Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes
Desirable
* Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
* Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
* Experienced in clinical research and /or service evaluation
* Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
* Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients
Transport
Essential
* Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.
Person Specification
Essential
* Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
Address
Trevor Gibbens Unit
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9PH
Employer's website
https://www.kmpt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
Address
Trevor Gibbens Unit
Hermitage Lane
Maidstone
ME16 9PH
Employer's website
https://www.kmpt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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* Seniority level
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Employment type
* Employment type
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* Industries
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