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We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Frailty Core Trainee/ST1&2 (formerly SHO) to join a multidisciplinary team caring for older adults with complex medical needs. This role offers valuable experience in the assessment, diagnosis and management of frailty, acute illness and long-term conditions within a supportive clinical environment.

You will undertake comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with acute deterioration, falls, confusion, reduced mobility and other frailty syndromes. Your responsibilities will include developing and reviewing management plans, requesting and interpreting investigations, prescribing safely, documenting care clearly and communicating effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues. You will contribute to admission avoidance, comprehensive geriatric assessment, discharge planning and the coordination of appropriate community and social care support.

Working closely with consultants, nurses, therapists, pharmacists and other professionals, you will participate in ward rounds, board rounds, multidisciplinary meetings and clinical handovers. You will also respond appropriately to changes in patients’ clinical condition, escalate concerns promptly and support the delivery of safe, person-centred care. Depending on service requirements, the post may include out-of-hours, weekend and on-call duties.

Applicants must hold full registration with the General Medical Council, or be eligible for registration, and have completed the relevant foundation-level training or equivalent clinical experience. Experience in general medicine, care of older people, emergency medicine or a related specialty is desirable. You should demonstrate sound clinical judgement, effective communication skills and a commitment to multidisciplinary working. The ability to prioritise workload, remain calm under pressure and maintain accurate clinical records is essential.

You will be supported to develop your clinical and professional skills through supervision, teaching and participation in relevant educational activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate compassion, reliability, professionalism and a commitment to equality, dignity and continuous improvement in the care of frail older people.