Job responsibilities
We are seeking a knowledgeable, driven and forward-thinking Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry to join our team on the beautiful Isle of Man, where we are aiming to become the best small island-based health and care system!
If you would like to achieve a fantastic work-life balance with a professionally satisfying job, then this could be the perfect role for you!
About the role and our team
You’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of settings including our in-patient ward, community mental health team and general hospital. You’ll play a key role in developing seamless clinical care for older people’s mental health and be part of the development of the transformation programme of integrated care.
You’ll join our supportive multi-disciplinary team who are responsible for Older Persons Mental Health, both in the community and the in-patient setting at Manannan Court.
You will be working alongside a dedicated clinical leadership team which ensures that our service users receive the highest standard of quality care.
What can this role offer me?
By joining us you’ll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.
Manx Care offers access to fantastic training and development facilities, including an on-site training centre and simulation suite. We also recognise the need for all medical staff on the Island to maintain connections with medicine in the United Kingdom, and we therefore provide generous study leave with pay and expenses to attend approved conferences and workshops.
You will receive a competitive salary with incremental pay progression and excellent holiday entitlement. Free on-site parking will also be available to you.
About the Island and relocating
Here you can enjoy a fantastic quality of life, and an excellent work-life balance! There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities; so if you like walking, mountain biking, sailing or kayaking, you’ll have lots of places to explore!
There are also lots of great cafes, bars and restaurants, and you can enjoy the Island’s real sense of community. The island is well connected to the UK, and you’ll also benefit from low income tax rates (20% maximum rate).
If you are relocating or returning to the Island, you can also benefit from the National Insurance Holiday Scheme, which allows you to apply for a refund on your NI contributions for your 1st year of living here. To see how this scheme could benefit you, and to find out more about relocating to the Isle of Man, visit www.locate.im.
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. This role also qualifies for a recruitment incentive of £3,000, payable in the 1st, 13th, and 25th months of employment. To find out more about our relocation package, download the leaflet below.
How to find out more and apply
For more information please see the attached job profile, alternatively contact Dr Marina Hudson at Marina.Hudson@gov.im or on 01624 642813.
For further information on applying for roles within the Isle of Man Public Service, please read our Notes for Applicants.
Applications for this post will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. You’ll need to upload your latest CV to your application, and we recommend that you also include a cover letter that explains your motivations for applying, and that demonstrates your suitability for this post. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.
Additional information
Please note an enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which Manx Care will cover the cost of for you. Please note if you have lived for more than 6 months outside of the UK in the last 5 years, you will be required to obtain a Letter of Good Standing from the appropriate authorities in the relevant locations, please read the guidance about how to obtain this letter.
