Locum Appointment for Service (LAS CT1)

Job overview

Are you looking for a rewarding role in an Outstanding‑rated mental health Trust with excellent supervision, supportive teams, and no on‑call commitments?

We are delighted to offer a Locum Appointment for Service (CT level) within our Older Adult Inpatient service at Seward Lodge, a 16‑bed functional unit based in Hertford. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor seeking to gain or consolidate experience in Old Age Psychiatry within a friendly, high‑performing multidisciplinary team.

You will work closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist and clinical team to provide daily medical care, admission assessments, clinical reviews, and support ward rounds and discharge planning. The role offers wide exposure to psychiatric and physical health presentations in older adults and provides strong grounding for those considering specialty training.

HPFT is recognised nationally for high‑quality care and innovation. We offer a comprehensive wellbeing package, supportive supervision, opportunities for clinical audit and QI involvement, and a positive working environment that reflects our values of being welcoming, kind, positive, respectful and professional.

We welcome applications from motivated and enthusiastic doctors with GMC registration and a commitment to high‑quality patient care.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Duties

• Provide daily medical input for inpatients at Seward Lodge, including assessment, review, documentation, and ongoing clinical management.
• Support the Consultant Psychiatrist with ward rounds and decision‑making regarding treatment plans.
• Undertake admission clerking, risk assessments, and physical health reviews.
• Participate in safe and timely discharge planning in collaboration with the MDT.

Multidisciplinary Working

• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team including nursing staff, psychologists, occupational therapists and social care colleagues.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, carers, and colleagues, maintaining high standards of documentation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain GMC registration and adhere to GMC Good Medical Practice.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
• Engage in Trust induction, mandatory training, and regular supervision with the Consultant Psychiatrist.

Wellbeing & Support

• Access Trust wellbeing services including Occupational Health, Schwartz Rounds, and employee support programmes.

Other

• Adhere to all Trust policies, including infection prevention, safeguarding, confidentiality, and information governance.
• Contribute to a positive, safe and inclusive working environment, upholding HPFT’s values and behaviours.
• Drivers are expected to hold a valid driving licence and live within 45 minutes of the base, unless exempt by disability.