Visa Information and Eligibility
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer a certificate of sponsorship for international candidates who meet the eligibility requirements for this Consultant position. However, please note that having a certificate of sponsorship does not guarantee that your visa application will be approved. You must verify your eligibility with the employer before applying and ensure you meet all UK immigration requirements.
The UK healthcare system values the diverse skills and perspectives that international healthcare professionals bring. As an international applicant, you will need to demonstrate that you have the necessary qualifications, experience, and language proficiency to perform the role effectively. You will also need to meet the English language requirements set by the General Medical Council (GMC).
For international applicants requiring sponsorship, please be aware that you will need to obtain an appropriate UK work visa. The certificate of sponsorship will be essential for your visa application process, but you may also need to undergo additional checks, including obtaining criminal records certificates from countries where you have lived for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Job Summary and Overview
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a full-time substantive General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist for the North Sector, based in Mossley & Stalybridge. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary of £109,725 to £145,478 per year (pro rata), with the potential for career development within a supportive NHS environment.
The post is based at Tameside General Hospital with the North Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) located at Trust Headquarters. The service operates in a sectorised model and is staffed by three Consultants. This position has a North West Deanery Core Trainee and a Less Than Full Time (LTFT) Associate Community Psychiatrist allocated to it.
This is an exciting time to join the Trust, with numerous opportunities to contribute to organisational development and service redesign. Tameside has a strong teaching commitment, and candidates will be expected to contribute to the education of medical and nursing staff as well as 4th-year medical students. There are close links with ongoing research projects, and Consultants contribute to local service user and carer groups.
Main Duties of the Position
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality mental health care for working-aged adults with severe and enduring mental health problems, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will work closely with the North CMHT to ensure coherent and high-quality mental health care delivery across the sector.
You will collaborate with other Consultants to support service development and attend local and divisional service development meetings. Additionally, you will be expected to contribute to teaching and training activities, participate in research or service evaluation projects, and maintain continuous professional development.
The role requires excellent clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge. You will need to demonstrate the ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty, make evidence-based decisions, and fulfill your duties under the Mental Health Act (MHA) and Mental Capacity Act (MCA).
About Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
We are proud to provide high-quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester: Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport, and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities, and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either personally or as a carer.
If you join our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working opportunities, access to continued professional development, involvement in improvement and research activities, health and wellbeing programs, and staff discounts across retail, leisure, and travel.
Person Specification – Qualifications
Essential
You must hold an MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. This is a prerequisite for registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and for practicing psychiatry in the UK.
Desirable
While not essential, additional qualifications such as a higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management would be advantageous. MRCPsych membership or other additional clinical qualifications would also strengthen your application.
Person Specification – Eligibility Requirements
Essential
You must be fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. You must be included on the GMC Specialist Register or be able to achieve this within six months of appointment. You must have approved clinician status or be able to achieve this within 3 months of appointment, and be approved under S12 or be able to achieve this within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable
It would be beneficial to be in good standing with the GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice. International applicants should note that they will need to obtain full GMC registration as part of their visa sponsorship process.
Person Specification – Transport Requirements
For this role, you must hold and be willing to use a valid UK driving licence or provide evidence of a suitable alternative method of transport. This requirement is due to the nature of the work, which may involve travel between different sites and community locations across the sector.
Person Specification – Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
You must have excellent knowledge in psychiatry, particularly in the general adult specialty. Strong clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge are essential. You must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills in English and be able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
The ability to make decisions based on evidence and experience, including the contribution of others, is crucial. You must be able to meet your statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
Desirable
A wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within the NHS or a comparable service would be advantageous. This might include experience in specific therapeutic approaches, leadership roles, or service development initiatives.
Person Specification – Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning
Essential
You must be able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training. The ability to work effectively in teams and lead when required is essential. You should demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement.
Participation in continuous professional development, research or service evaluation, and the ability to use and appraise clinical evidence are required. You should have actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes.
Desirable
It would be beneficial to be able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training specifically relevant to this post. Reflection on the purpose of CPD undertaken and experience in clinical research and/or service evaluation would strengthen your application.
Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit, and service improvement such as awards, prizes, presentations, and publications would be advantageous. Experience leading clinical audits that have led to service change or improved patient outcomes is also desirable.
Additional Information – Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and it will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. All applicants will be required to undergo this check as part of the pre-employment process.
Certificate of Sponsorship Details
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer a certificate of sponsorship to eligible international candidates who are successful in their application.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have been required to present a criminal record certificate from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
UK Registration Requirements
Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). For further information about UK registration requirements and the process for internationally qualified doctors, please see the NHS Careers website (https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals).
The GMC has specific requirements for international medical graduates, including English language proficiency tests and a period of supervised practice. These requirements must be met before full registration can be granted, which is necessary for this position.
Employer Details
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside General Hospital – Mental Health
Foundation Street
Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
For more information about the Trust, please visit our website: https://www.penninecare.nhs.uk
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must submit your application through the NHS Jobs website. The application deadline is 19 November 2025. Please ensure you have all the necessary documents ready before starting your application, including proof of qualifications, GMC registration (or evidence of application), and references.
For international applicants requiring sponsorship, please indicate this in your application and be prepared to provide additional documentation to support your visa application, including language proficiency test results and proof of previous employment and qualifications.
Your application should demonstrate how you meet the person specification criteria for this role, particularly focusing on your clinical skills, experience in psychiatry, and any teaching or research experience. You should also highlight your commitment to providing high-quality patient care and contributing to service development.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact:
Dr Elizabeth Elvin
Clinical Director – Tameside & Glossop
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01617163252
Supporting Documents
The following documents are available to support your application:
- Job Description – Cons – Mossley-Stalybridge.pdf (PDF, 327 KB)
- Personal Specifications -.pdf (PDF, 124 KB)
Please refer to these documents for more detailed information about the role and the person specification requirements. The job description is currently pending Royal College approval.
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Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Reference Number
Please quote reference number 311-M205-25-G when applying for this position and in all correspondence.
