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All Age Sexual Offence Examiner-Cumbria

Mountain Healthcare

Penrith

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GBP 79,000 - 83,000

Part time

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Job summary

An innovative healthcare provider seeks a compassionate Sexual Offences Examiner to join their team in Cumbria. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to work within Sexual Assault Referral Centres, focusing on paediatric cases while receiving mentorship and training. With a flexible rota and emphasis on professional development, candidates will engage in forensic examinations, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to service quality improvement. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to trauma-informed care and make a significant impact within the Health & Justice sector.

Benefits

Enhanced sickness pay

Maternity and adoption pay

Well-being programs

Flexible rota

6 weeks annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

GMC registration and at least 3 years of relevant experience required.
Experience in sexual health, paediatrics, GP, or Obs/Gynae is essential.

Responsibilities

Conduct forensic examinations and collect exhibits.
Collaborate with external MDTs and police for referrals.
Perform holistic assessments including sexual and mental health.

Skills

GMC-registered doctor

Post-Foundation experience

Understanding of safeguarding children and adults

Knowledge of confidentiality principles

Experience in sexual health

UK driving license

Advanced DBS and Level 2 police vetting

Medical indemnity

Education

Diploma in Legal Medicine

About The Role

Sexual Offences Examiner/Experienced Forensic Physician - Cumbria

Base Location: The Bridgeway, 2 Tynefield Drive, Penrith, CA11 8JA

This role primarily covers paediatric cases, with training in the adult service for resilience purposes. Travel is required, especially in the first 6 months for training at the paediatric centre in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Weekend and evening work are generally not required but may occur occasionally for resilience purposes. Some training may also occur at weekends.

Salary: £79,497-82,638 (pro rata)

Part-Time Role: 24 hours/week

Rota: 9:30-15:30 Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri (flexible days). Mix of on-call and office work.

Are you seeking a new, exciting career within the Health & Justice sector? This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate individual to join a growing, innovative, and market-leading service provider within Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

As part of the Forensic Medical Programme, Mountain Healthcare offers a framework to develop key knowledge and skills applicable across various specialties, including A&E, GP, paediatrics, psychiatry, and forensic medicine.

As a Forensic Medical Examiner, you will undergo clinical placements, blended learning, and receive mentorship. An individualized education program will be provided, including clinical examinations and financial support during the post.

What Makes This Post Different

Work in a unique environment rarely experienced in medical school
Flexible rota prioritizing education and development
1:1 supervision with an assigned mentor
Post-first year, opportunity to continue in forensic work with competitive salary and career development programs

This program mainly covers SARCs, with potential additional work in adult services. Travel is required, with expenses reimbursed as per policy. If interested, we look forward to your application.

GMC registration is required. We cannot support work visas.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct forensic examinations and collect exhibits
Develop forensic strategies per FFLM guidelines
Collaborate with external MDTs and police
Serve as a point of contact for Police and Social Services regarding referrals
Perform holistic assessments (sexual health, mental health, safeguarding)
Contribute to service quality improvement
Work under Forensic Science Regulator standards
Obtain consent for health and forensic procedures

Travel for training days is necessary, with expenses covered.

Essential Skills

GMC-registered doctor
At least 3 years of relevant post-Foundation experience
Understanding of safeguarding children and adults
Knowledge of confidentiality principles
Experience in sexual health, paediatrics, GP, or Obs/Gynae
Female applicants only, due to the nature of the role (Sex Discrimination Act)
UK driving license and access to a vehicle
Advanced DBS and Level 2 police vetting (residency in UK for 3 years)
Medical indemnity from start date

Desired Skills

Diploma in Legal Medicine
Member of the Faculty for Forensic and Legal Medicine
Experience in SARC or custodial environments

About the Company

Mountain Healthcare, founded by passionate clinicians, leads in clinical forensic healthcare in the UK. Partnering with NHS England and the police, we provide services including SARCs, custodial healthcare, secure estate healthcare, and clinical advice. Our values are Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, emphasizing holistic, trauma-informed care that improves health outcomes within the criminal justice system.

Join Us

Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly expanding career. We offer extensive training, CPD courses, and sector events to ensure our staff are the best in the field.

DE&I

We promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and value differences. Applications are welcome regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

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