Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
About
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is the operational name of Aneurin Bevan University Local Health Board. Established on 1st October 2009, it covers Blaenau Gwent, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen, and South Powys.
As an employer, we are adaptable, agile, and flexible, offering variations in working practices in line with our Agile Hybrid Framework and Home Working Policy. The Health Board employs over 13,000 staff, with two-thirds involved in direct patient care, including more than 250 consultants, over 1,000 hospital and general practice doctors, 6,000 nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, and community workers. The Board is led by the Chairman, non-executive directors, the Chief Executive, and other executive directors, supported by the Senior Management Team.
Key Details
Location: Site6 Goldtops, Newport, NP20 4PF
Contract Type & Working Pattern: Permanent, Full-time - 10 sessions per week
Salary: £59,175 - £95,400 per annum, pro-rata, NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Main Area: Adult Mental Health
We encourage applications from all protected characteristics and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applications can be made in Welsh; applications in Welsh will not be treated less favorably.
Successful applicants will receive their conditional offer and information pack via email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time, so early application is advised. Please check your email regularly for updates.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board supports flexible working. Note that this vacancy may be withdrawn if filled through internal redeployment.
Job Overview
The postholder will serve as a Specialty Doctor in Newport West Mental Health services at 6 Goldtops, working alongside an existing consultant to provide medical input to community services. They will respond to requests from team members for advice on adult patient management and contribute to the development of mental health services in the borough.
As a senior employee, the postholder will collaborate closely with clinical, medical, and managerial colleagues to deliver high-quality healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the provision of high-quality clinical services
- Provide effective leadership within the specialty
- Support teaching and research activities
- Follow Health Board procedures and policies
- Conduct practice in line with contractual and service plans
- Contribute to strategic planning and development
Working for Our Organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organization dedicated to caring. We offer an exceptional workplace environment with opportunities for career growth, extensive training, flexible working, and a focus on work-life balance. Our Clinical Futures strategy emphasizes care closer to home and high-quality hospital services, including the Grange University Hospital.
Additional Details
The post involves a general duty of care for health, safety, and wellbeing, in addition to specific risk management and governance responsibilities. For more information, refer to the detailed job description and person specification.
Candidates outside the UK or RoI require sponsorship via a Health and Care visa or other routes. Non-UK candidates should assess their eligibility for sponsorship.
Applicant Requirements
Candidates must have appropriate UK professional registration. The role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, requiring a Disclosure to the DBS. Welsh language skills are desirable.
Person Specification
Qualifications, experience, skills, abilities, and personal attributes are outlined as per the person specification, with essential and desirable criteria.
Documents
Includes job description, occupational health form, information about the Health Board, values & behaviour framework, privacy notice, flexible working options, and guidance for applicants.
For informal enquiries, contact Hayder Al-Hassani, Clinical Director, at [email protected] or Gemma O'Brien, Clinical Director, at 01633 431858. #J-18808-Ljbffr