# Consultant in Learning Disabilities – IOW(UK Visa Sponsorship)### Job Description## About the RoleThis is a unique opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability to play a pivotal leadership role within the Community Adult Learning Disability Service on the Isle of Wight.As part of a newly established NHS Foundation Trust, the successful post-holder will provide clinical leadership, strategic oversight, and expert psychiatric input, helping to shape a modern, responsive, and compassionate service for adults with learning disabilities.You will work within a well-established, multidisciplinary team and contribute to the ongoing development of services, including the planned introduction of an Intensive Support Team, aimed at reducing hospital admissions and supporting people in their communities.### What We Offer£30,000 Golden Hello (subject to eligibility criteria) Flexible and part-time working options Opportunity to influence service development within a newly formed Trust Supportive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary working environment Commitment to professional development, leadership growth, and innovation### The TeamThe Community Adult Learning Disability Team on the Isle of Wight is a friendly, skilled, and committed multidisciplinary service, comprising:* Clinical Psychology* Learning Disability Nursing* Occupational Therapy* Physiotherapy* Art Therapy (newly introduced role)The team works closely with Experts by Experience, carers, partner organisations, and wider system colleagues to deliver person-centred, strengths-based care.### Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will:* Provide senior clinical leadership and psychiatric expertise to the community learning disability service* Work collaboratively with senior clinicians to ensure clarity of roles, responsibilities, and professional accountability* Lead on clinical governance, patient safety, and risk management systems within the service* Ensure effective communication and information sharing across teams and partner organisations* Promote inclusive team working, encouraging contribution, shared decision-making, and reflective practice* Oversee the coordination and continuity of care, particularly where care is shared across services* Support service development initiatives, including the implementation of intensive community support models### About the TrustHampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust is a newly formed 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 delivering integrated, accessible, and high-quality care, placing patients, families, and staff at the heart of everything it does.This transformation brings together services from:* Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust* Solent NHS Trust* Isle of Wight NHS Trust* Hampshire CAMHSOur shared ambition is to deliver the right care, in the right place, at the right time, underpinned by our CARE values: Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Excellence### Person Specification**Essential Qualifications & Registration**Applicants must meet the following criteria:* Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)* MRCPsych or equivalent recognised qualification* CCT in Learning* Eligible for inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register* Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983#### Pre-Employment Checks**This role is subject to:*** Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check* Overseas criminal record checks (where applicable) in line with UKVI guidance* Verification of UK professional registration* Skilled Worker Visa SponsorshipApplications from candidates requiring are welcome and will be considered in line with UK immigration requirements.#### Job LocationThe Barracks & Civic Centre Offices Broadway, Sandown Isle of Wight, PO36 9EALocationExperience3 Year