# LAT Locum appointment in training > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Fife. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/lat-locum-appointment-in-training/b6cda1a0-d653-4afe-88a2-aba77f55f6ff - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/lat-locum-appointment-in-training/b6cda1a0-d653-4afe-88a2-aba77f55f6ff.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** NHS Fife - **Location:** Stratheden Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Medical doctor - **Grade:** Junior - **Salary:** £45,504- - £60,199 - **Contract type:** Fixed-term - **Employment type:** Full time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-18T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-09-10T13:57:17.330Z - **Source information URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=266980 - **Employer website:** https://www.nhsfife.org ## Job Content ### Job details - Job reference: 256570 - Salary: LAT - Core Trainee (£45,504- £60,199) - Job closing date: 18/09/2026 - Job Type: Medical and Dental - Location: Stratheden Hospital - Employment type: Fixed-term - Hours Per Week: 40 - Job posted date: 10/09/2026 - Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife - Department: Old Age Psychiatry ### Locum Appointment for Training (CT) in Psychiatry of Old Age Post 1 – Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline – commencing asap to 2nd February 2027 Post 2 – Stratheden Hospital, Cupar – commencing asap to 3rd August 2027 (rotating in February 2027) Due to a rotation gaps, an opportunity has arisen for a two full time LAT (Locum Appointment for Training) to join our team as outlined above. The vacant post is for this rotation and will commence asap. Post 1 (Queen Margaret Hospital) will cease on 2nd February 2027 and Post 2 (Stratheden Hospital) will cease 3rd August 2027 (although rotating in February 2027). The post includes out of hours duties: the rota is compliant and is a band 1B (40%). This post has educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and will be recognised for training. The successful applicant will be provided with the same educational opportunities as the trainees in the department and will be supported in developing their clinical skills and obtaining personal development goals. Informal enquiries should be directed to Pujit Gandhi, Training Programme Director, Core Psychiatry, South East Scotland, on 01334 696356. ### NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application. ### AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application—but your answers must be your own. - Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, ### and motivations authentically. - Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, ### but don’t let it write your answers. - Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be ### withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements. ### Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you—not an AI tool. To find out more about NHS Fife, please visit : www.nhsfife.org Please note we do not accept CVs and these should not be sent. ## Person Specification ### Teaching **Essential** - Enthusiastic in teaching clinical skills in the workplace or training environment **Desirable** - Evidence of contributing to teaching & learning of others - Evidence of contribution to teaching programmes. ### Experience **Essential** - Applicants at time of appointment must have completed a UK based foundation programme or have evidence of equivalent foundation competencies. **Desirable** - Experience of psychiatry ### Eligibility **Essential** - Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practice - Eligibility to work in the UK ### Personal Skills **Essential** - Capacity to operate effectively under pressure & remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations - Awareness of own limitations & when to ask for help - Capacity to communicate effectively & sensitively with others - Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind - Capacity to bring a range of approaches to problem solving - Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly - Demonstrates effective judgement and decision- making skills - Capacity to manage time and prioritise workload, balance urgent & important demands, follow instructions - Understands importance & impact of information systems - Takes responsibility for own actions - Demonstrates respect for the rights of all - Demonstrates awareness of ethical principles, safety, confidentiality & consent **Desirable** - Excellent interpersonal skills - Evidence of ability to present oneself in an organised, professional manner - Evidence of understanding of the importance of team work. ### Qualifications and Training **Essential** - GMC registered medical practitioner. - Licence to practice ### Research/Quality Improvement **Essential** - Demonstrates understanding of the basic principles of audit, clinical risk management & evidence-based practice **Desirable** - Understanding of basic research principles, methodology & ethics, with a potential to contribute to research - Evidence of relevant academic & research achievements e.g. degrees, prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations, other achievements ### Pre-employment Checks and Other Requirements **Essential** - Enhanced Disclosure Scotland and Occupational Health check required ## Documents - [LAT JOB DESCRIPTION (DOCX, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1196842&JobId=266980) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references.