About this role
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join our Marie Curie Hospice West Midlands. We are recruiting a fixed-term Speciality Doctor to join our established multi-professional specialist unit
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Medical Director in providing high-quality palliative care services at the West Midlands Hospice, primarily by providing medical support for a 12-bed in-patient unit and a community team.
This role involves participation in training and educational activities as well as activities relating to maintaining clinical excellence within the service.
Experience in palliative medicine is desirable. There will be ongoing education and supervision for the successful applicant.
About us At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment& #64;mariecurie.org.uk. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Title: Specialty Doctor in Palliative Medicine
Location: Marie Curie Hospice, West Midlands
Salary: Specialty Doctor Scale £61,542 - £99,216 per annum pro rata (dependent on experience) and 5% Availability Supplement
Hours:6-7 PA (24-28 hours) with 1 in 5 on-call commitment
Contract: 12 months - fixed term
Closing Date:Friday 29th May
Interview Date: Friday 12th June
Anticipated Start Date: 20th July 2026
The post holder will support the Medical Director in providing high-quality palliative care services at the West Midlands Hospice, primarily by providing medical support for a 12-bed in-patient unit and a community team.
This role involves participation in training and educational activities as well as activities relating to maintaining clinical excellence within the service.
Experience in palliative medicine is desirable. There will be ongoing education and supervision for the successful applicant.
What we are looking for:
Full GMC registration, a licence to practiceand at least 4 years of full-time postgraduate training (2 of which must have been in relevant acute specialities/or demonstration of equivalent experience and competencies).MB ChB or equivalentPostgraduate experience within the NHSAbility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.Communication skills that are sensitive to patients and carers
Whats in it for you:
Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)Marie Curie Group Personal Pension SchemeSeason ticket loanLoan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systemsContinuous developmentIndustry-leading training programmesEmployee Assistance Programme
For an informal discussion, please contact: Dr Sarah Wells, Medical Director, Marie Curie Hospice, West Midlands: [email protected]
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work.We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
This role will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.Agencies need not apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Completion of Foundation Training or equivalent and at least a further 2 years full-time post-graduate experience in a recognised training programme (or equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis). Or a demonstration of equivalent experience and competencies.
Desirable
Higher Medical Qualification, e.g. MRCP, MRCGP Diploma in Palliative Medicine
Experience Essential
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a licence to practise, and at least 4 years full-time postgraduate training (or equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) Audit skills Teaching skills Counselling skills that are sensitive to patients and carers Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Excellent communications skills
Desirable
Experience of palliative care provision Knowledge and experience of management of symptoms associated with terminal illnesses, including non-malignant conditions Research interest
Personality/Aptitude/Motivation Essential
Good listener Flexible Able to motivate others Ability to liaise efficiently and effectively with healthcare teams outside the hospice Ability to work autonomously and use initiative while recognising own limitations and seeking help appropriately
Desirable
Understanding of the management process and issues
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 Marie Curie
Address Marie Curie Hospice West Midlands
Marsh Ln
Solihull
B91 2PQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)