Job summary
The exciting new role of Associate Medical Director for West Norfolk Locality would also be considered for the right candidate, if the candidate was interested in a leadership development opportunity.
* New Starter package of £15,000 spread over 3 years as a retention bonus
* Supported by a £12,000 relocation allowance
* Roles also attract a loyalty Scheme Bonus of £2,500 over the subsequent 5 years of service
* CPD of £2,000 per annum with the facility to accumulate annual funding for up to three years to access higher-cost development opportunities
* 'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and SASG doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over up to 5 years to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic Consultant to provide community secondary mental health services to adults over 25 with mental health needs requiring specialist assessment and interventions.
There are two adult Community Mental Health teams in West Norfolk: one serving Kings Lynn and another serving Downham Market and Swaffham.
Main duties of the job
The post includes 7.5 programmed direct clinical activity sessions and 2.5 sessions supporting professional activities.
The job plans and working patterns reflect the functional requirements of the Locality and the National Service Framework for Mental Health, not determined by catchment area.
All whole-time doctors are expected to work 7.5 DCC sessions in one or more clinical teams.
Through job planning and agreement, 2.5 SPA sessions allow for a special interest, teaching, research, management duties, administration, and CPD.
These arrangements offer flexibility and opportunities to change working patterns and clinical interests, with regular reviews, e.g., shifting focus from inpatient to primary care roles.
About us
There are 10 consultant psychiatrist posts in West Norfolk, including roles in adult community mental health, older adults, inpatient, crisis, liaison, and youth services. A further post is planned to meet Core 24 standards.
The non-consultant workforce includes 3 Staff and Specialist doctors, up to 9 trainees, and non-medical prescribers supporting clinical care.
Date posted
29 April 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 annually, gross, pro-rata for part-time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
246-MWSN6863129-D
Job locations
Chatterton House, Goodwins Road, Kings Lynn, PE30 5PD
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Community Mental Health Team comprises multidisciplinary colleagues including Nurses, Psychologists, Support Workers, and students. For further details, see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications, experience, teaching skills, clinical governance, attributes, and UK registration requirements are outlined, emphasizing GMC registration, MHA approval, clinical experience, supervision, leadership, flexibility, and travel capability.
Additional requirements
This post is subject to DBS check, and applicants need current UK professional registration. Details on sponsorship and criminal record checks are provided.
Employer details
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust, Chatterton House, Goodwins Road, Kings Lynn, PE30 5PD. Visit our website.
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