Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Job overview

This role will be supported by a 12,000 relocation allowance

'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and SASG doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years, to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables the opportunity for planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break

Specialist Grade Psychiatrist for CAMHS Eating Disorders

The Eating Disorder Service in Suffolk is split over two bases with an expectation that some resources are shared across the whole region. This Specialist grade psychiatry post in the East will offer, when needed, consultation and cover to the teams in West Suffolk.



The service receives referrals from GP and other wider agencies. Assessments are carried out by the Mental Health Practitioners (MHPs) with involvement from the specialist doctor/consultant if required for specific clinical reasons. Cases taken on by the team are then co-ordinated by the MHP's with input from other members of the team including the specialist doctor/consultant as required. The specialist doctor is not expected to carry a caseload themselves but to provide specialist medical support to the team.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be appointed as a senior professional to provide advanced professional expertise and clinical leadership. As such, the post holder is always expected to conduct him/herself in such a manner as to be demonstrably helping the Trust to deliver its strategic and business objectives, and to act as an ambassador at the interface with external partners and stakeholders. At no time must the post holder bring the Trust into disrepute.



Additionally, the post-holder, as is expected from the holder of a senior public position, must always comply fully with the Nolan Principles and the Standards of Business Conduct.

Working for our organisation

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



Why work with us?


Relocation allowance / removal benefit Protected time of 2.5 SPA per week (pro rata) Friendly Colleagues Encouragement and support for areas of special interest Subsidised gyms and free physio service We have a strong education reputation and close ties with both The University of Cambridge and The University of East Anglia Well established county wide teaching program Access and encouragement to partake in research and a well-established research network within the Trust Support for Quality Improvement, Audit and Service development Study leave budget of 2000 annually. Forward thinking, clinically lead and innovative trust Flexibility can be considered for a degree of remote working

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust looks forward to welcoming you. Please contact Medical Director Dr David Nelson for further details.



Please find attached the job description and person specification for further information

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential criteria

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act

Desirable criteria

Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych Additional clinical qualifications #

Experience

Essential criteria

Completed a minimum of 12 years' medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification A minimum of six years in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades #

Attributes

Essential criteria

Effective team working Leadership qualities Flexibility Driving license/able to travel independently Research #

Clinical Governance

Essential criteria

A clear understanding of Clinical Governance Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice #

Teaching

Essential criteria

Experience of supervising junior medical staff Teaching and presentation skills

YOUR APPLICATION



We can provide all our job application materials in alternative formats so that these are accessible to everyone. Should you require any documents within this job pack in an alternative format, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@nsft.nhs.uk.



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be 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.

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.