Visa Information
This position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for international candidates. While sponsorship is provided, applicants must verify their eligibility requirements directly with the employer before applying. UK immigration policies may change, so always confirm the most up-to-date requirements with the hiring team.
Job Overview
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist to join their New Forest East Community Mental Health Team. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified psychiatrists looking to relocate to the UK, with sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
Position Details
Company: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Waterford House, 142 Station Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6LP
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Part-time with flexible working options
Application Deadline: 02 November 2025
About the Role
As a Consultant Psychiatrist with the New Forest East Community Mental Health Team, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality mental health care in a dynamic and supportive environment. Based at Anchor House in Totton, Southampton, you will provide expert clinical leadership and assessment, working within a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes in the community.
Key Responsibilities
Your role will involve providing expert clinical leadership, managing complex cases, and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality community mental health care. Specific responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, risk management, and clinical supervision, ensuring patient-centred, evidence-based care.
Why Choose This Position?
This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in mental health services across the region. With opportunities for teaching, research, and professional development, you will play a crucial role in shaping mental health services. The employer is part of the newly established Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, committed to delivering compassionate, innovative, and integrated care.
About the Employer
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, the trust places patients and staff at the centre of everything they do.
Our Values
We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence. The trust offers outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working within the stunning surroundings of the New Forest.
Our Transformation
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council
- MRCPsych or recognised equivalent
- Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. CCT in general adult psychiatry.
Essential Experience:
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council
- Experience in service development, teaching, and quality improvement
- Ability to handle complex decision-making, prioritise workloads, and contribute to clinical governance
Additional Requirements
Applicants should be Approved Clinician and Section 12(2) approved or willing to obtain these. Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills are essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across disciplines.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. As such, 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Verify your eligibility for UK work visa sponsorship with the employer
- Prepare your CV and cover letter highlighting your qualifications and experience
- Gather required documents including proof of medical registration, qualifications, and work experience
- Complete the application via the NHS Jobs website
- Contact the hiring team with any questions regarding the application process or sponsorship details
Contact Information
Hiring Manager: Medical HR
Email: medicalworkforce@southernhealth.nhs.uk
Phone: 02380475160
Supporting Documents
The following documents are available for download:
- Consultant Job Description – Waterford House 8PA.pdf (PDF, 590 KB)
- Medical_ApplicationPack_v1-compressed.pdf (PDF, 477 KB)
Privacy Notice
Please review the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust’s privacy notice for information on how your data will be processed and protected during the recruitment process.
Further Information
For more information about the trust and the services they provide, please visit their website at https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/. The website contains detailed information about the organisation, their values, and the services they offer to the communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
Why Relocate to the UK for This Role?
The UK offers excellent career development opportunities for healthcare professionals, with a well-structured healthcare system and ongoing professional development programs. The New Forest area provides a beautiful living environment with excellent transport links to major cities. Additionally, the NHS offers competitive benefits and pension schemes for its employees.
Sponsorship Process
For international candidates, the employer will provide a Certificate of Sponsorship through the UK’s Skilled Worker visa route. This allows eligible candidates to legally work in the UK. The sponsorship process involves verification of qualifications, English language proficiency, and relevant work experience. Detailed guidance can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.