Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Specialty Doctor Neurodevelopmental Service

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Job summary

"As an IMG with a substantial work experience in CAMHS, I was sceptical before moving to UK and specifically opting for Herefordshire and Worcestershire NHS Trust amongst other options, but after working in , Worcestershire for around 4 years I can just say that I relish the work environment so much that I look forward to Mondays with excitement (which is not an exaggeration!); Staff, peers and managers have been so supportive, encouraging and kind that I feel so fortunate to have selected this trust as my workplace" Dr V, Consultant Psychiatrist

If you would like to work with colleagues like Dr V and have a consistent and child-centred approach, please apply for this post. We offer:

10PAs per week

Monday to Friday service between 9am to 5pm

No on call rota

Up to 30 days of study leave over three years

Main duties of the job

The Speciality Doctor will provide medical treatment within a model of multi-disciplinary care

They will attend weekly clinical team meetings and perform medical duties that are decisions of that meeting

They will compile a patients history from a number of sources, and prepare case summaries and discharge summaries

They will liaise with other clinical teams within and outside the trust

The Speciality Doctor will liaise with general practitioners and medical specialists with regards the physical health of the patients

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies.

Clinical duties are to contribute to the MDT management of children with identified neurodevelopmental needs.

To conduct outpatient clinics consisting of routine and urgent new patient assessments and review/follow up appointments.

To carry telephone/remote consultations with service users as appropriate.

To participate in appropriate multi-disciplinary team meetings such as MDT meetings.

To maintain electronic health records in accordance with Trust policies.

About us

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer;

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of supportive staff networks
Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.

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Date posted

05 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

Depending on experience pro rata for part time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9798-2514

Job locations

Aconbury North

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Experience

Essential

Excellent knowledge in specialty
Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
Previous experience of working in a clinical leadership role with positive relationships with team members.
Knowledge about the NHS and understanding the evidence base underpinning the delivery of high-quality services.
Ability to manage, improve or to support the clinical operations of the service.
Understanding of the importance of excellent team working relationships and ability to put this into practice.
Knowledge about mental health policy with ability to think strategically and manage change.
Ability to work independently, methodically and safely.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.

Experience

Essential

Excellent knowledge in specialty
Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
Previous experience of working in a clinical leadership role with positive relationships with team members.
Knowledge about the NHS and understanding the evidence base underpinning the delivery of high-quality services.
Ability to manage, improve or to support the clinical operations of the service.
Understanding of the importance of excellent team working relationships and ability to put this into practice.
Knowledge about mental health policy with ability to think strategically and manage change.
Ability to work independently, methodically and safely.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Aconbury North

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Aconbury North

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)