Consultant CAMHS ADHD & ADYSS *Generous Recruitment Package* with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa Note
While this position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates, applicants must verify their specific visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The NHS trust welcomes applications from qualified healthcare professionals who require sponsorship to work in the UK, but all applicants should confirm visa requirements and ensure they meet the necessary criteria before applying.
Company Information
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust is a leading healthcare provider in Eastern England, committed to delivering high-quality mental health and learning disability services across Suffolk and Norfolk. The trust operates a forward-thinking, clinically-led organization that values innovation, patient-centered care, and professional development.
Job Location
The position is based at G Block, Hospital Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3PX. Bury St Edmunds is a beautiful historic market town in Suffolk, offering an excellent quality of life with excellent transport links to London (less than 2 hours away) while maintaining lower house prices and cost of living compared to the capital.
Job Details
Job Title: Consultant CAMHS ADHD & ADYSS *Generous Recruitment Package*
Company: Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Location: G Block, Hospital Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3PX
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time options available
Language: English
Closing Date: 02 March 2026
Job Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS Learning Disability Service in Suffolk. The post is split between the Autism Diagnostic Youth Service for Suffolk (ADYSS) and the under 18 ADHD service, providing specialist psychiatric input to both teams and supporting closer working within the under 18 neurodevelopmental disorders pathway.
Key Recruitment Benefits
All substantive Consultant vacancies at Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust attract a generous ‘New Starter’ package of £15,000 spread over 3 years as a recruitment bonus. Additionally, all new starters receive up to £12,000 relocation package to help with moving to the area. The trust also offers CPD at the higher level of £2,000 per annum with the facility to accumulate annual funding for up to three years to accommodate accessing higher cost development opportunities.
Special Leave Scheme
The trust offers a unique ‘Holiday of a lifetime scheme’ where Consultants and Specialty Doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years. This scheme facilitates an extended period of leave, enabling the opportunity to plan a ‘holiday of a lifetime’ or take an extended paid break while maintaining professional continuity.
Main Duties of the Job
The Autism Diagnostic Youth Service for Suffolk (ADYSS) provides full diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder for 11- to 18-year-olds whose GP is based in Suffolk (excluding Waveney). The under 18 ADHD service provides assessment for ADHD for under 18s and prescribes ADHD medication where appropriate, along with providing medical monitoring and follow-up.
Role Distribution
This post is split between these two teams. The successful candidate will provide specialist consultant input to both teams, supporting closer working within the entire under 18 neurodevelopmental disorders pathway. Specifically, the role will be 0.3 WTE for the ADYSS team and 0.5 WTE for the under 18 ADHD team.
About Suffolk
Suffolk offers an exceptional quality of life, being less than 2 hours from London yet a world away in terms of house prices and cost of living. The area is serviced by excellent transport links and retains a strong local identity and community. Set in beautiful countryside, with wonderful coastline and beautiful forests just minutes away by car.
Professional Development
The trust is committed to supporting professional growth through various initiatives including access to a £2,000 per annum professional development budget, dedicated SPA time of up to 25% of working hours, and paid study leave (on application and approval) in addition to CPD. The trust has a strong education reputation with close ties to both The University of Cambridge and The University of East Anglia.
Benefits Package
In addition to the generous recruitment package, the trust offers a comprehensive NHS benefits package including contributory pension, redundancy provisions, paid annual leave, sick leave, and maternity leave. Additional benefits include the potential for extra PA for DCC with requisite pay per PA, ability to apply for Clinical Excellence Awards, and inclusion on the Consultant on-call rota for the higher level with 3%, 5% or 8% requisite pay depending on frequency.
Work Environment
The trust is described as forward-thinking, clinically led, and innovative. There is encouragement and support for areas of special interest, along with subsidized gyms and free physio service. The trust also offers flexibility that can be considered for a degree of remote working, recognizing the need for work-life balance in modern healthcare.
Qualifications Required
Essential qualifications include entry on the GMC Register, approved clinician status, Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act (MHA), and being on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST. Candidates must also demonstrate a clear understanding of Clinical Governance and a commitment to open review of practice.
Experience Required
Candidates must have 3 years or equivalent medical experience, with 6 months experience in a relevant clinical area. Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex mental illness is essential. Additionally, candidates should have effective team working skills, leadership qualities, flexibility, and a valid driving licence or ability to travel independently.
Teaching and Research
The trust values teaching and research experience, with requirements including experience of supervising junior medical staff and teaching/presentation skills. There is access and encouragement to partake in research within a well-established research network, and support for Quality Improvement, Audit, and Service development activities.
Criminal Record Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. This is a standard requirement for all NHS healthcare positions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. The employer is authorized to provide sponsorship for eligible candidates. However, applicants should note that from 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website. Before applying, international candidates should verify their visa eligibility requirements with the employer directly.
Application Checklist for International Candidates:
- Verify your eligibility for UK work visa with the employer
- Prepare GMC registration documentation
- Gather evidence of clinical qualifications and experience
- Obtain required criminal record certificates from countries of residence
- Prepare professional references
- Contact David Nelson (Medical Director) with any questions about the position
Employer Contact Information
Contact Person: David Nelson (Medical Director)
Email: David.Nelson@nsft.nhs.uk
Employer Website: https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
Reference Number: 246-MSCFYP7542364-B
Supporting Documents
Applicants can access the full Job Description and Person Specification document: JD-CAMHS-ADHD-and-ASD-Psychiatric-Consultant.pdf (PDF, 976 KB). This document provides comprehensive information about the role requirements and responsibilities.
Privacy Notice
All applicants should review Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust’s privacy notice available at https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Privacy-Policy.aspx to understand how their personal data will be processed and protected during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunities
Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce. The trust is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their background. All appointments are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service checks.