Consultant Psychiatrist in Adult Mental Health Community Psychosis with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Visa and Sponsorship Information
This position is eligible for a Certificate of Sponsorship for qualified international candidates. Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications from healthcare professionals around the world who wish to relocate to the UK. While sponsorship is available, applicants must verify their eligibility requirements directly with the employer before applying.
About the Employer
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist mental health and learning disabilities trusts in the UK, with an annual income of £320m and a workforce of approximately 6,700 staff operating from around 100 sites across Durham, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. We provide inpatient and community services to 2 million people living in County Durham, the Tees Valley, Scarborough, Whitby, Ryedale, Harrogate, Hambleton, and Richmondshire.
Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join the North Durham Mental Health Team, a position offering a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. This replacement post provides an opportunity to work with our integrated Adult Mental Health Team serving adults aged 18 and above with mental illnesses. The team works in partnership with Durham County Council to provide statutory Care Act assessments alongside mental health assessments.
Work Environment
The team is based at Chester Le Street Health Centre, where patients are seen both at the base and in the local community. We cover the North Durham Area, Chester Le Street, Stanley, and Consett with 3 whole-time equivalent Consultants managing these regions. Our excellent working relationships with primary care and strong connections to the local community and voluntary sector create a supportive professional environment.
Caseload and Referrals
The team receives approximately 30 referrals per month, with 30-50% during term time for neurodevelopmental assessments (ASD and ADHD diagnostic assessments). Referrals come from urgent care (crisis/inpatients/liaison), transition patients from CAMHS, and new patients from primary care. The current caseload is 680 patients, though this is expected to reduce to 620 as we validate and move patients to neuro-waiting lists. Currently, there are no Ministry of Justice patients and 2 patients on Community Treatment Orders.
Clinical Responsibilities
As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide committed, proactive, and responsible leadership within the multidisciplinary team. Your responsibilities will include attending Daily Huddle meetings and daily decision-making sessions regarding patient care and management plans. You will undertake assessments for new patients, conduct follow-up reviews, provide diagnoses, and develop treatment plans based on evidence-based prescribing principles.
Specialized Duties
The role requires expertise in ensuring evidence-based prescribing and monitoring of pharmacological treatments and ECT. You will provide daily consultation and advice to the team and review patients as needed. As a Responsible Clinician for patients on Community Treatment Orders, you will comply with RC duties, complete necessary documentation, and renew RC approvals according to agreed procedures.
Additional Clinical Responsibilities
You will be responsible for Mental Health Act Assessments in the community and participate in the day on-call rota. The position requires providing appropriate supervision to postgraduate medical staff and non-medical prescribers within the team. You will also be expected to liaise with other community and in-patient teams and consultants, as well as participate in out-of-hours on-call rotations.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
- Full GMC registration with a license to practice at the time of appointment
Desirable Qualifications
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management
- MRCPsych or equivalent postgraduate qualification
- Approved Clinician Status and Section 12 Status (or ability to achieve within 3 months)
Academic and Professional Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Ability to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
- Participation in continuous professional development
- Experience in research or service evaluation
- Ability to use and appraise clinical evidence
- Active participation in clinical audit
Desirable Criteria
- Ability to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching relevant to this post
- Reflection on the purpose of CPD undertaken
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit, and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations, and publications
- Experience leading clinical audits that result in service change
Leadership Experience
Essential Experience
- Reflection on own performance and behavior, seeking and acting on feedback
- Ability to influence and persuade to improve services
- Capacity to take on leadership role in multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust
- Commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology (or ability to achieve within one year)
- Ability to adapt to and lead service change
Salary and Benefits
This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per year, plus benefits. The role includes flexible working arrangements, with the service operating Monday to Friday between 9am-5pm, though flexibility allows for patient consultations from 8am-6pm. We offer professional development opportunities, pension scheme, and access to the NHS benefits package.
Certificate of Sponsorship
The employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers who require current skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present criminal record certificates from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and submit your application for reference number C9346-AMH-328M3. International applicants should:
- Verify visa eligibility requirements with the employer
- Prepare required documentation including professional qualifications and certifications
- Ensure GMC registration is current or obtainable
- Prepare a comprehensive CV and cover letter highlighting relevant experience
- Contact the Medical Recruitment Advisor for any specific questions about the application process or sponsorship requirements
Contact Information
For questions about this position, please contact:
Rosie Wheadon
Medical Recruitment Advisor
Email: rosie.wheadon@nhs.net
Phone: [Not provided]
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 30 March 2026. Early applications are encouraged as this position may be filled before the deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview arrangements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. All successful candidates will be required to undergo this check as part of the pre-employment process.
Employer Website
For more information about Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, please visit: https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/
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