Speciality Doctor

Sponsorship Jobs UK; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust in Portsmouth seeks a Specialty Doctor in Community Older Persons’ Mental Health to provide clinical expertise in various community and hospital settings. Responsibilities include performing assessments, running outpatient clinics, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate must be GMC registered with a strong psychiatry background and at least 4 years of relevant experience. The role offers robust support and opportunities for professional growth while adhering to the trust's core values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.

Benefits

Funding for professional development

Wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and learning

Qualifications

• GMC registration required.
• Minimum of 4 years postgraduate experience in psychiatry.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent evaluations in community settings.
• Manage outpatient sessions and visit patients at home.
• Guide junior doctors and senior nursing staff.

Skills

Team collaboration

Leadership skills

Clinical decision-making

Interpersonal abilities

Adaptability

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Full registration with the GMC

4 years postgraduate experience including 2 years in psychiatry training

Job description

# Speciality Doctor Uk Visa Sponsorship### Job Description**Exciting Opportunity: Specialty Doctor in Community Older Persons’ Mental Health (OPMH) – Portsmouth**In this position, you’ll deliver expert clinical guidance in various community environments. That includes conducting standalone assessments, running clinics for outpatients, making house calls, mentoring junior team members, and leading key meetings like multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions, Care Programme Approach (CPA) reviews, and Best Interest sessions. A big focus will be on building smooth connections between community and hospital-based teams to provide truly integrated, person-focused care.We are looking for GMC-registered professionals with solid psychiatry experience. While MRCPsych qualification and Section 12 approval would be a bonus, we’re open to those eager to pursue them. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives on recovery-oriented approaches, upholds strong clinical standards, and drives positive changes in services.What we offer in return: Robust support from consultants, dedicated time for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA), funding for your continued professional development (CPD), wellness programs, and real chances to shape how our services evolve.### A Bit About On-Call DutiesDepending on how our services grow, you might need to join the out-of-hours rotation – though it’s not part of the current schedule. If you’re up for it and have the skills, we’d love to hear from you, as it strengthens your application.With a workforce of more than 13,000 talented individuals spread over 300+ locations, we always put people – both patients and staff – first. We’re building a unified health system that boosts access and consistency in care. This means better results for everyone, fresh ideas, and tailored support for local needs.Our Trust combines strengths from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust’s community and mental health groups, and Hampshire CAMHS (previously under Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust). This setup helps us deliver fluid care pathways, getting support to people exactly when and where they need it. Come be part of our inspiring path forward in transforming regional healthcare. We live by our CARE principles – compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence – and provide fantastic paths for growth, learning, and teamwork.#### What You’ll Be Doing Day-to-DayAs the post holder, you’ll bring senior-level expertise to our Portsmouth-based Community OPMH service. Core responsibilities include:* Performing independent evaluations in community settings.* Managing outpatient sessions and visiting patients at home.* Guiding junior doctors and senior nursing staff.* Making informed clinical choices and facilitating MDT, CPA, and Best Interest meetings.* Ensuring strong bridges between community and inpatient care for safe, cohesive, and individualized support.You will handle a specific group of patients, develop care strategies, oversee challenging cases, and assist with risk evaluations and protection measures. Collaboration across disciplines is key, along with maintaining clear records and getting involved in oversight, enhancements, and reviews of our services.We value your psychiatric background, sharp decision-making, excellent interpersonal abilities, and teamwork spirit. Being adaptable, tough in tough spots, and dedicated to helping people recover are must-haves.**Note**: As our needs shift, out-of-hours involvement could become part of the mix, even if it’s not in the initial plan.#### What We’re Looking For (Person Specification)#### Qualifications – Essential:* Full registration with the GMC.* MBBS or an equivalent medical degree.* For Specialty Doctors: At least 4 years of full-time postgraduate experience (or equivalent part-time), including 2 years in a psychiatry training program or as a fixed-term trainee in old age psychiatry – or comparable skills and knowledge.* For Specialist Grade Doctors (similar to former Associate Specialist): 12 years post-qualification, with at least 6 in psychiatry.* Proven ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.* Enthusiasm for team-based and cross-disciplinary work.* Experience in leadership or management teams.#### Important Checks and RequirementsThis role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 to review any past convictions.We welcome skilled workers needing sponsorship – your applications will be treated equally. Check the UK Visas and Immigration site for details. From April 6, 2017, entry clearance applicants must provide criminal record certificates from countries where they’ve lived 12+ months in the last decade. This applies to adult dependents too. More info here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.You need current UK professional registration; see the NHS Careers website for guidance.We’re committed to inclusive hiring. If you worry the person spec might unintentionally exclude you based on protected characteristics like gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, faith, or disability, reach out to our Recruitment team first (details below). We’ll work to address it.For full details on the Trust and role, check the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.If you’re driven to pioneer, create, and provide exceptional care for older adults, we’d love to connect. Contact our Medical Workforce team at [e-mail] or call 01983 822099 for a chat or help with your application.LocationExperience4 Year