Job Overview
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability to join our dynamic team at Hillingdon Hospital, Riverside Centre. This is an exceptional opportunity for international medical professionals seeking to relocate to the United Kingdom, as we are pleased to offer a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible candidates. The position comes with a generous relocation package and a golden hello incentive, making it an ideal career move for psychiatrists looking to establish their practice in the UK healthcare system.
Position Details
We are offering a permanent, full-time position working 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) within our Learning Disabilities Service in Hillingdon. This community-based role provides an excellent opportunity to work with intellectually disabled adults in London while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team including Core Trainees, Higher Specialist Trainees, and fellow Consultant colleagues.
Salary and Benefits Package
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, plus London weighting of £2,162 per annum pro rata. Additionally, we offer a substantial Golden Hello of up to £30,000 (taxable and non-pensionable) and a comprehensive relocation package of up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility criteria). The position includes generous annual leave entitlement, study leave opportunities, participation in the NHS pension scheme, and access to a range of staff discounts including car purchase and lease schemes.
About Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
CNWL is a nationally leading NHS Foundation Trust providing comprehensive Mental Health, Community Health, and Child Health Services across London and the South East of England. Our catchment area spans diverse communities across London, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Kent, and Hampshire, serving populations with varying socioeconomic backgrounds and over 100 first languages spoken within these communities.
Clinical Responsibilities
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide specialist psychiatric services for adults with Learning Disabilities residing in Hillingdon. Your clinical duties will include diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings, providing psychiatric expertise on mental health issues, and conducting specialist assessments. You will serve as Responsible Clinician for Learning Disability beds and provide rapid response to pre-admission assessments, including assessments under the Mental Health Act.
Community and Inpatient Services
You will support and develop ongoing psychiatric input for individuals with Learning Disabilities living in the community, attending community team referrals, complex case reviews, and clinical governance meetings. Your clinical caseload will include clinic-based appointments, work in local residential providers, and day resources. Additionally, you will provide Consultant Psychiatric services for Learning Disability patients admitted to Frays and Crane Ward at The Riverside Centre.
Educational Opportunities
CNWL has established excellent links with Brunel University, and the successful candidate will have the option to take up an additional 1PA as an educational post. This provides an excellent opportunity for professional development and academic engagement while contributing to the education and training of future mental health professionals.
Essential Qualifications and Requirements
Candidates must be fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a license to practice. Essential qualifications include inclusion on the GMC specialist register or Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) within 6 months of interview, approval under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 (or within 3 months), and Approved Clinician status (or within 3 months of appointment). Up-to-date knowledge in management of adults with learning disability is required.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, desirable qualifications include MRCPsych or equivalent, inclusion on GMC specialist register for learning disabilities, management training/qualifications, recognition by Royal College of Psychiatrists as a specialist registrar trainer, and higher degrees in fields related to Psychiatry (LLM, MD, or PhD). Specialist interest demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies is also desirable.
Experience Requirements
Essential experience includes up-to-date knowledge in management of adults with learning disability and awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy, and legislation. Desirable experience includes multi-agency work with user, carer and voluntary organizations, medico-legal work experience, and experience in service management and development.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess a high level of clinical skill, ability to work constructively in multidisciplinary teams and multi-agency systems, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and commitment to working with users, carers and voluntary organizations. Desirable skills include established record of clinical leadership, teaching ability, research and audit capabilities, specific treatment modality skills, computer literacy, and skills in assessing and managing people with autism and epilepsy.
Personal Attributes
We seek candidates with disability-centered values, high standards of professionalism, and flexibility to work in changing environments. Desirable personal attributes include ability to lead and support colleagues, enthusiasm for working with adults with complex chronic problems, and commitment to working as a member of the multidisciplinary team.
Visa Sponsorship and Relocation Support
We welcome applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. The Trust will consider these applications alongside all other applications. Our comprehensive relocation package of up to £8,000 is designed to support international candidates in their transition to the UK, covering expenses associated with moving and settling into your new role and community.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website before the closing date of 08 October 2025. The reference number for this position is 333-G-HC-C-0011. For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Amelia Bhoobun, Service Manager Hillingdon Community LD Team, at 07563 555800 or via email at [email protected].
Working Environment
We are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working arrangements. If you would like to work differently or different hours than advertised, we encourage you to get in touch to discuss this in more detail. Our Trust aims to create a happy and healthy working environment where staff can thrive and succeed while delivering excellent patient outcomes and experiences.
Professional Development
The Trust is committed to supporting your professional development through study leave entitlements and opportunities for continued medical education. Our links with academic institutions provide pathways for research engagement and teaching opportunities, allowing you to maintain and develop your clinical expertise while contributing to the advancement of learning disability psychiatry.
Multicultural Working Environment
Working within the diverse communities of London and the Southeast provides a rich cultural experience and opportunity to develop culturally competent practice. Our Trust serves populations with over 100 first languages, offering a truly multicultural working environment that enhances professional development and patient care delivery.
Quality and Safety
You will play a fundamental role in our delivery of excellent outcomes and patient experience. The Trust is organized into three divisions, with the Goodall Division responsible for delivering Mental Health and community Learning Disability services in Hillingdon, alongside specialist rehabilitation provision and CAMHS services in Northwest London.
Additional Information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration, and from 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance must present criminal record certificates from countries where they have resided for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Why Choose CNWL?
Choosing to join Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust means becoming part of an organization that values diversity, promotes professional development, and provides comprehensive support for international recruits. Our commitment to flexible working, combined with our extensive benefits package and relocation support, makes this an attractive opportunity for psychiatrists seeking to advance their careers in the UK healthcare system.
Next Steps
If you are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist role in London working with intellectually disabled adults and meet the essential qualifications, we would love to hear from you. This position offers not only professional growth but also the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals with learning disabilities while enjoying the cultural richness and professional opportunities that working in London provides.
