Job Summary
* 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.
About Us
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
Details
Date posted: 14 October 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £100,870 to £111,441 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 246-SCFYP7491650
Job locations: Walker Close Resource Centre, Foxhall Road, Ipswich, IP3 8LY
Job 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
Qualifications – Essential
* 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.
Qualifications – Desirable
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* MRCPsych.
* Additional clinical qualifications.
Experience – Essential
* 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
* Effective team working.
* Leadership qualities.
* Flexibility.
* Driving licence / able to travel independently.
* Research.
Clinical Governance – Essential
* A clear understanding of Clinical Governance.
* Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice.
Teaching – Essential
* Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
* Teaching and presentation skills.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer Details
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Walker Close Resource Centre
Foxhall Road
Ipswich
IP3 8LY
Website: https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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