Job summary
- Main area
- Psychiatry
- Grade
- Specialty Doctor
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 263-COM25-009
- Employer
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Monkwearmouth Hospital
- Town
- Sunderland
- Salary
- £59,175 - £95,400 pro rata for part time
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/06/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 19/06/2025
Employer heading
Specialty Doctor in Learning Disabilities CTT
Specialty Doctor
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Association
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay
Job overview
A vacancy arose in the Community Sunderland LD CTT as the current post holder is leaving to join higher training. We are looking for a full time Specialty doctor to join the existing team to start from 01 August 2025.The post is based at Monkwearmouth Hospital.
The post represents an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in the LD field and a portfolio career.
The team is supportive, dynamic and multidisciplinary. Training and support will be available, as required. Regular supervision will be in place.
If you would like to discuss the role in more detail before considering whether to submit an expression of interest, please contact Suzy Guirguis ([email protected]).
Please note we cannot sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
· To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients.
· To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct.
· To participate annually in a job plan review with the clinical manager, which will include consultation with a relevant manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation.
· To work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.
· To comply with the Trust’s agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and to take an active role in the financial management of the service and support the medical director and other managers in preparing plans for services.
Working for our organisation
Why us?
- Up to £8k relocation package
- 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance
- Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
- Remote working available as suits service needs
- Dedicated and protected SPA time
- Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
- Teaching and research opportunities available
- Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
- Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
- Employee Excellence awards
- Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England’s finest areas of natural beauty.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The caseload within the team is around 472 at any particular time. The post holder is expected the team in the assessment and treatment of patients. The initial assessments are conducted by nursing or psychology team with consultation and future reviews provided by the post holder.
Within the service there are patients with both complex physical and mental health alongside those with forensic background.
There are patients who are on CPA where the nursing staff act as care coordinator.
The post holder is expected to offer medical input into the team. Supervision will be offered by Dr Hany Kirolos.
Person specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential criteria
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 or eligible for approval
Desirable criteria
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
- Approved Clinician Status
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Up to date knowledge in the field of psychiatry
- Extensive knowledge and experience of psychopharmacology as applied to learning disability population
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential criteria
- Minimum of 4 years full-time postgraduate training including 2 years work experience in psychiatry
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in psychiatry in different clinical settings
Desirable criteria
- Experience in service management or development
- Experience of clinical audit
Skills
Essential criteria
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders
- Excellent communication skills
- Good teaching skills
- Ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable criteria
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Suzy Guirguis
- Job title
- Associate Medical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07711292879
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