Consultant Psych GA Inpatient (Avocet) *Generous Recruitment Package

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  • Ipswich, Suffolk
  • £105,504-139,882 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
  • All of our substantive Consultant vacancies attract a 'New Starter' package of£15,000 spread over 3 years as a recruitment bonus
  • All new starters receive up to £12,000 relocation package
  • CPD is being paid at the higher level of £2000 per annum with the facility accumulating annual funding for up to three years to accommodate accessing higher cost development opportunities
  • 'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and Specialty Doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years, to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables the opportunity for planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break
We are delighted to offer the opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Adult Inpatient Ward in Woodlands, Ipswich, Suffolk.This is a 1.0 WTE Consultant Psychiatrist post working on Avocet Ward, Woodlands, Ipswich, in the Acute Adult Pathway in Suffolk Services. This is a replacement post following the previous post-holder retiring.Main duties of the jobAvocet Ward is one of two 21 bed acute adult wards within the Woodlands Unit, adjacent to the Ipswich Hospital on the same site.The Unit also consists of a 10 bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), a Section 136 suite, a later life ward and a Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Team. The wards work collaboratively with the community teams, in particular with the Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment Team, to provide comprehensive acute treatment.
  • The post holder is appointed as a senior professional in order to provide advanced professional expertise and clinical leadership. As such, the post holder is expected at all times to conduct him/herself in such a manner as to be demonstrably helping the Trust to deliver its strategic and business objectives, and to act as an ambassador at the interface with external partners and stakeholders. At no time must the post holder bring the Trust into disrepute
  • Additionally, the post-holder, as is expected from the holder of a senior public position, must at all times comply fully with the Nolan Principles and the Standards of Business Conduct.
  • The post holder is being appointed to a post of clinical leadership and will, therefore, be expected to have, and to demonstrate, leadership qualities as set out in the Medical Leadership Competency Framework (NHS Institute for Innovation and Improvement and the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges
About usOverview of SuffolkSuffolk is a rural county, with much of the countryside given over to farming. Suffolk's county town is Ipswich, based in the East of the County. An old port, its dockland area, is undergoing extensive renovations and it is expanding with an influx of high tech industries.We will inspire you and support you to achieve your very full potential. This could be talking at international conferences, pursuing additional areas of study and research or developing your leadership skills to be one of leaders of the future.We are also offering
  • Up to £12k relocation expenses
  • Access to £800 per annum professional development budget
  • Dedicated SPA time of up to 25% of working hours
  • Paid study leave (on application and approval) in addition to CPD
  • Potential of extra PA for DCC with requisite pay per PA
  • Ability to apply for Clinical Excellence Awards
  • Inclusion on the Consultant on-call rota for the higher level with 3%, 5% or 8% requisite pay depending on frequency
  • NHS benefits package including contributory pension, redundancy. Including paid annual leave, sick leave and maternity leave.
  • Appraisals and revalidation completed by the Trust
DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year gross per annum/ pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number246-MESU6823899-HJob locationsAvocet Ward, WoodlandsHeath RoadIpswichIP4 5PDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical
  • The post holder will undertake clinical management of patients at a level as is appropriate for a Consultant psychiatrist. This would include diagnostic assessment where required, development of management plans and treatments regimes
  • To provide medical expertise within the multidisciplinary team, including Junior Doctors, CPNs, Psychologists and Social Workers in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of referred patients; take part in team meetings, supervision and the development of the team
  • The post holder will provide support and advice to their non-medical colleagues working in the Teams when appropriate.
  • The duties also include liaison with professional colleagues in primary care, secondary care and other psychiatric teams. The Consultant is expected to be trained in mental health and capacity legislation in order to meet the requirements of emergency work, community treatment orders and assessment of capacity.
  • To hold Responsible Clinician status, as defined within the Mental Health Act.
  • The post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances and to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal duties as are essential for continuity of patient care
  • The post holder would also be expected to participate in regular Clinical Supervision with peers to maintain standards of care and ensure Clinical Governance needs are met.
For further information, please see the attached job description. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesClinical
  • The post holder will undertake clinical management of patients at a level as is appropriate for a Consultant psychiatrist. This would include diagnostic assessment where required, development of management plans and treatments regimes
  • To provide medical expertise within the multidisciplinary team, including Junior Doctors, CPNs, Psychologists and Social Workers in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of referred patients; take part in team meetings, supervision and the development of the team
  • The post holder will provide support and advice to their non-medical colleagues working in the Teams when appropriate.
  • The duties also include liaison with professional colleagues in primary care, secondary care and other psychiatric teams. The Consultant is expected to be trained in mental health and capacity legislation in order to meet the requirements of emergency work, community treatment orders and assessment of capacity.
  • To hold Responsible Clinician status, as defined within the Mental Health Act.
  • The post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances and to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal duties as are essential for continuity of patient care
  • The post holder would also be expected to participate in regular Clinical Supervision with peers to maintain standards of care and ensure Clinical Governance needs are met.
For further information, please see the attached job description.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Entry on the GMC register
  • Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
  • Approved Clinician Status
  • Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
ExperienceEssential
  • At least 6 months experience in specific specialty
  • 3 years or equivalent medical experience
  • Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
TeachingEssential
  • Experience of supervising junior medical staff
  • Teaching and presentation skills
Clinical GovernanceEssential
  • A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
  • Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
AttributesEssential
  • Effective team working
  • Leadership qualities
  • Flexibility
  • Driving Licence/able to travel independently
  • Research
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Entry on the GMC register
  • Section 12(2) Approved under the Mental Health Act (MHA)
  • Approved Clinician Status
  • Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
ExperienceEssential
  • At least 6 months experience in specific specialty
  • 3 years or equivalent medical experience
  • Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness
TeachingEssential
  • Experience of supervising junior medical staff
  • Teaching and presentation skills
Clinical GovernanceEssential
  • A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
  • Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
AttributesEssential
  • Effective team working
  • Leadership qualities
  • Flexibility
  • Driving Licence/able to travel independently
  • Research

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