Job summary- All new starters may be eligible for up to £12,000 relocation package
- 'Holiday of a lifetime scheme': Consultants and SASG doctors can bank/accrue annual leave over a period of up to 5 years, to facilitate an extended period of leave. The scheme enables the opportunity for planning a 'holiday of a lifetime' or extended paid break
We are keen to appoint a Specialty Doctor to join our team at 80, St Stephens Road, Norwich, NR1 3RE (Dragonfly Unit). This post is located in the Central Locality, offering services to younger adults between the ages of 18 and 25 years, living in the southern part of the locality. The post is based in the city of Norwich, alongside colleagues covering the northern part of the locality at the main base of the Youth team in the locality.
Main duties of the jobTo work with the multidisciplinary team, including Psychologists, Nurses, Therapists and Allied Health Professionals in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of referred patients; take part in team meetings, supervision and the development of the team. Working within the South Central Norfolk Youth team, the post holder will undertake, exceptionally, to perform additional duties in emergencies and unforeseen circumstances and to be available for such irregular commitments outside normal duties as are essential for continuity of patient care which will on occasion involve seeing people at home and allowing time for 'hard to engage' children and families. The post has 5 PA's made up of 4.0 Direct Clinical Care PA's and 1.0 SPAs. The job plans and working patterns of doctors reflect the functional requirements of the Locality and the National Service Framework for Mental Health and are not determined by catchment area.
About usNorfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
Why work with us?
- Relocation allowance / removal benefit
- Protected time of 1.0 SPA per week
- Friendly Colleagues
- Encouragement and support for areas of special interest
- Subsidised gyms and free physio service
- We have a strong education reputation and close ties with both The University of Cambridge and The University of East Anglia
- Well established county wide teaching program
- Access and encouragement to partake in research and a well-established research network within the Trust
- Support for Quality Improvement, Audit and Service development
- Study leave budget of £600 annually.
- Forward thinking, clinically lead and innovative trust
- Flexibility can be considered for a degree of remote working
DetailsDate posted 01 September 2026
Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade Specialty Doctor
Salary £63,696 to £102,689 a year
Gross per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Part-time
Reference number 246-MCFYP8222790
Job locations 80 St Stephens Road
Norwich
NR1 3RE
United Kingdom
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information surrounding the job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Job responsibilitiesFor further information surrounding the job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Full registration with the GMC with licence to practice
- Registered Medical Practitioner
Desirable- MRCPsych or equivalent.
- Section 12(2) approval - At or following appointment
ExperienceEssential- Three years or equivalent medical experience which should include 6 months experience in the relevant clinical area.
- The diagnosis and treatment of complex mental illness
- The management of complex mental health need
Desirable- Competence in implementing service change to enhance the quality of patient care.
- Competence in leadership and management.
TeachingEssential- Competence in supervising junior medical staff.
- Teaching and presentation skills
Desirable- Competence in teaching doctors and other clinical disciplines.
Clinical GovernanceEssential- A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Desirable- Experience of clinical audit.
AttributesEssential- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of modern treatment options.
- The ability to make decisions, take responsibility and work independently.
- Flexibility
Desirable- Competence in delivering treatment using models of care relevant to the post
ResearchDesirable- Published research.
- Ongoing projects
OtherEssential- Driving licence or the ability to travel independently
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Full registration with the GMC with licence to practice
- Registered Medical Practitioner
Desirable- MRCPsych or equivalent.
- Section 12(2) approval - At or following appointment
ExperienceEssential- Three years or equivalent medical experience which should include 6 months experience in the relevant clinical area.
- The diagnosis and treatment of complex mental illness
- The management of complex mental health need
Desirable- Competence in implementing service change to enhance the quality of patient care.
- Competence in leadership and management.
TeachingEssential- Competence in supervising junior medical staff.
- Teaching and presentation skills
Desirable- Competence in teaching doctors and other clinical disciplines.
Clinical GovernanceEssential- A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
- Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice
Desirable- Experience of clinical audit.
AttributesEssential- Good communication skills
- Knowledge of modern treatment options.
- The ability to make decisions, take responsibility and work independently.
- Flexibility
Desirable- Competence in delivering treatment using models of care relevant to the post
ResearchDesirable- Published research.
- Ongoing projects
OtherEssential- Driving licence or the ability to travel independently
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address 80 St Stephens Road
Norwich
NR1 3RE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address 80 St Stephens Road
Norwich
NR1 3RE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Locality Medical Director
Daniel Dalton
daniel.dalton@nsft.nhs.uk
01603421669
DetailsDate posted 01 September 2026
Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade Specialty Doctor
Salary £63,696 to £102,689 a year
Gross per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Part-time
Reference number 246-MCFYP8222790
Job locations 80 St Stephens Road
Norwich
NR1 3RE
United Kingdom
Supporting documentsPrivacy notice Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and 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.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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
