Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist – Women’s Secure Care (Relocation & CPD)

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Norwich is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to lead a women's secure inpatient ward. The role offers a competitive salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, alongside substantial relocation support of up to £12,000 and a significant recruitment bonus. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical experience and the ability to lead and develop junior staff in a supportive environment, ensuring the highest standards in mental health care.

Benefits

Generous recruitment package

Professional development budget

Paid study leave

NHS benefits package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of equivalent medical experience.
• 6 months experience in the relevant clinical area.
• Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide Consultant Psychiatric input to Whitlingham Ward.
• Clinical care and leadership for women's low and medium secure inpatient service.
• Supervise junior medical staff.

Skills

Clinical knowledge of complex mental illness

Effective team working

Teaching and presentation skills

Flexibility

Education

Entry on the GMC Register

Approved Clinician Status

Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act

Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST

Job description

A leading NHS trust in Norwich is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to lead a women's secure inpatient ward. The role offers a competitive salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, alongside substantial relocation support of up to £12,000 and a significant recruitment bonus. The ideal candidate will have extensive clinical experience and the ability to lead and develop junior staff in a supportive environment, ensuring the highest standards in mental health care.