Consultant in Learning Disabilities – IOW(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Job Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated Psychiatrist to join the newly formed Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and strategic oversight to the Community Adult Learning Disability Service based on the Isle of Wight.

You will work within a well-established, multidisciplinary team that includes professionals from psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, and an upcoming art therapy service. The team is collaborative, supportive, and closely connected with service users, carers, and partner organisations across the wider healthcare system.

The service is also expanding, with planned investment in developing an Intensive Support Team to enhance patient care and crisis response.

Incentive: A £30,000 Golden Hello is available (subject to terms and conditions).

Key Responsibilities

As a Consultant, you will:

• Provide senior clinical leadership within the multidisciplinary team.
  Ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and accountability across the team.
  Promote a culture of patient safety, transparency, and continuous improvement.
  Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
  Support collaborative decision-making and inclusive team discussions.
  Oversee the coordination and management of patient care pathways.
  Ensure patients and carers are informed and supported throughout their care.
  Develop and maintain systems for identifying and managing clinical risks.

About the Organisation

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

• Over 12,000 staff across 300+ sites
  Focus on integrated, patient-centred care
  Commitment to innovation and service improvement
  Strong emphasis on CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence

The Trust combines services from multiple organisations to deliver seamless and accessible healthcare across the region.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council
  MRCPsych qualification (or equivalent)
  Eligibility for Specialist Register (or within 6 months of CCT)
  CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry
  Approval under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983

Additional Requirements & Guidance

• This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
  International applicants must meet Skilled Worker visa requirements
  Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
  Guidance on working in the UK healthcare sector
  Information about professional registration and licensing
  Mental Health Act overview (relevant to Section 12 approval)
  Right to work checks in the UK
  NHS careers and pathways

Sponsorship Information

Applications are welcome from candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. All applicants must meet UK immigration and professional registration requirements.