Forensic Community Doctor – Norwich (Relocation + SPA)

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12k relocation allowance

SPA time up to 25% of working hours

£2000 annual paid study leave

NHS benefits package

Job summary

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor for the Forensic North Community Team in Norwich. The role focuses on providing specialist psychiatric care to high-risk offenders, with responsibilities including discharge planning, risk assessment, and collaboration with probation and police to prevent reoffending.

The post sits within an established trust known for good CQC ratings, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements where

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered with licence to practise at appointment time.
• Has additional clinical qualifications.
• Experience in forensic/secure services is preferred.
• Ability to work in multi-agency settings and coordinate with probation/police.

Responsibilities

• Assist discharge of patients from secure and in-patient care.
• Lead risk assessments and manage caseloads.
• Coordinate with multi-agency teams to support patient reintegration.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

GMC registration

Postgraduate medical qualification

Course in forensic psychiatry (desirable)

Job description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialty Doctor for the Forensic North Community Team in Norwich. The role focuses on providing specialist psychiatric care to high-risk offenders, with responsibilities including discharge planning, risk assessment, and collaboration with probation and police to prevent reoffending.

The post sits within an established trust known for good CQC ratings, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements where