Consultant in Learning Disabilities (UK Visa Sponsorship)

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Uk
January 4, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and motivated Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability to play a leading role within the newly formed Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust.

You will provide senior clinical leadership to the Community Adult Learning Disability Service on the Isle of Wight, working within a well-established multidisciplinary team while helping shape the next phase of service development, including the planned introduction of an Intensive Support Team.

This role is ideal for a consultant who values collaborative leadership, system working, and meaningful impact — both clinically and strategically.

Why Join Now?

£30,000 Golden Hello

To support recruitment into this key post, the Trust is offering a £30,000 Golden Hello to successful candidates (subject to qualifying criteria). This is designed to support you as you take the next step in your consultant career.

The Service & Team

The Community Adult Learning Disability Team is a fully integrated multidisciplinary service, bringing together expertise from:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Learning Disability Nursing
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Art Therapy (new role being introduced)

The team works closely with experts by experience, carers, and partner services across both the Isle of Wight and the wider Hampshire system. The culture is supportive, collaborative, and focused on delivering person-centred care.

Planned investment in an Intensive Support function will further strengthen crisis prevention and community-based care for people with learning disabilities.

Your Role & Clinical Leadership

As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide senior clinical oversight and leadership, ensuring high-quality, safe, and coordinated care.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing consultant leadership within the multidisciplinary team
  • Supporting clarity around professional roles, responsibilities, and accountability
  • Promoting a culture of openness, reflective practice, and shared decision-making
  • Ensuring effective communication within the team and with external partners
  • Coordinating patient care across services and pathways
  • Leading on clinical risk management and patient safety systems
  • Supporting service development and quality improvement initiatives

You will work closely with other senior clinicians to ensure care is well-governed, collaborative, and responsive to patient and community needs.

About the Trust

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together mental health, learning disability, community, and physical health services across the region.

With over 12,000 staff across 300+ sites, the Trust is committed to integrated care, improved access, and consistent, high-quality services. The organisation combines expertise from:

  • Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • Solent NHS Trust
  • Isle of Wight NHS Trust (community and mental health services)
  • Hampshire CAMHS (formerly part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust)

The Trust is guided by its CARE values:

  • Compassion
  • Accountability
  • Respect
  • Excellence
  • Staff wellbeing, professional development, and inclusive leadership are central to the Trust’s future direction.

Contract & Pay

  • Contract: Permanent
  • Grade: Consultant (Hospital Medical & Dental pay scale)
  • Salary: £109,725 – £145,478 per annum
  • Working pattern: Part-time, flexible working supported

Location:
The Barracks & Civic Centre Offices
Broadway, Sandown
Isle of Wight, PO36 9EA

Essential Qualifications & Registration

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
  • MRCPsych or recognised equivalent
  • CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry, or within 12 months of CCT at interview
  • Eligibility for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register
  • Approval under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act

Pre-Employment Checks & Sponsorship

This role is subject to:

  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975
  • Criminal record checks for overseas applicants where applicable
  • The Trust welcomes applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, in line with UK government guidance.

Helpful official resources:

Right to work checks:
https://www.gov.uk/check-job-applicant-right-to-work

Criminal record checks for overseas applicants:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

Reference Number: 348-IOW-6291

Ready to Lead, Influence, and Build?

This is a rare opportunity to shape a developing service within a newly formed Trust, while enjoying flexible working, strong professional support, and the unique lifestyle of the Isle of Wight.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference at both clinical and system level, we’d love to hear from you.

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