Consultant Forensic Psych (Whitlingham) Generous Recruitment Package
NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant
Main area: Forensic Psychiatry. Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant. Contract: Permanent. Hours
- Full time
- Part time
10 sessions per week (full and part time hours considered). Job ref 246-MSEC7347834-G
Site: Whitlingham Ward, Hellesdon Hospital. Town: Norwich. Salary: £113,565 – £150,569 gross per annum. Salary period: Yearly. Closing: 22/06/2026 23:59
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
- New Starter package: £15,000 spread over 3 years as a recruitment bonus
- Relocation package: up to £12,000
- CPD paid at £2,000 per annum with funding for up to three years to access higher cost development opportunities
- Holiday of a lifetime scheme: accrue annual leave over up to 5 years to enable extended leave
Women’s low and medium secure inpatient care.
An opportunity to appoint an ambitious and innovative individual to the position of Consultant Psychiatrist, working in our women’s secure inpatient service based in Norwich.
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is the main provider of specialist mental health, psychological therapies, drugs and alcohol and learning disability services for the counties of Norfolk and Suffolk.
Secure and Forensic Services for NSFT are rated as Good by the CQC.
Main duties of the job
Our Forensic Mental Health Services comprise low and medium secure inpatient services, community forensic services, and criminal justice liaison services for both counties, as well as inpatient low secure services for the residents of Norfolk.
The roles will provide clinical care and leadership for Whitlingham Ward, our women’s low and medium secure inpatient ward.
This role has arisen due to the previous post holder leaving. The role offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to provide Consultant Psychiatric input to Whitlingham Ward.
Working for our organisation
Overview of Norfolk
Norfolk is a rural county, with much of the countryside given over to farming. Norfolk’s county town is Norwich, which is home to the University of East Anglia, and is the county’s main business and culture centre.
We will inspire you and support you to achieve your very full potential. This could include speaking at international conferences, pursuing additional areas of study and research, or developing leadership skills to be a leader of the future.
We are also offering
- Up to £12k relocation expenses
- Access to £800 per annum professional development budget
- Dedicated SPA time of up to 25% of working hours
- Paid study leave (on application and approval) in addition to CPD
- Potential of extra PA for DCC with requisite pay per PA
- Ability to apply for Clinical Excellence Awards
- Inclusion on the Consultant on-call rota for the higher level with 3%, 5% or 8% requisite pay depending on frequency
- NHS benefits package including contributory pension, redundancy, paid annual leave, sick leave and maternity leave
- Appraisals and revalidation completed by the Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information about this role, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification
Person specification
Qualifications
- Entry on the GMC register with Licence to practise
- Approved Clinician Status
- Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act
- Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
Experience
- 3 years or equivalent medical experience
- 6 months experience in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment and management of complex mental illness
Clinical Governance
- A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Teaching
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff
- Teaching and presentation skills
Attributes
- Effective team working
- Flexibility
- Driving licence/able to travel independently
- Research
Note: vacancy timing and application processes may be subject to change.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: 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.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post may be subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Contact information: Medical Director, Email: naresh.munagapati@nsft.nhs.uk
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