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Consultant Psychiatrist in Forensic Psychiatry The closing date is 05 December 2025 This is a replacement post. The post is located at Roseberry Park Hospital, Middlesbrough, where inpatient forensic beds and clinical and managerial offices are all co located. There is a need for a Consultant on Ivy/Clover/Kestrel ward, a low secure female learning disability ward. Main duties of the job There is a system of weekly MDT meetings for the ward which the post holder is expected to attend, in addition to meetings for CPA (6 monthly), formulation and risk management meetings. The length of stay currently on the ward is around five years. The consultant will be supported by a ward manager, clinical lead working on each ward. In addition, they will receive support from an occupational therapist, psychologist and social worker. A pharmacist will attend when support is required. A SAS/trust doctor, which is shared (50% time), will be supporting the post holder. The post holder can be the identified supervisor for the junior doctor. There will be opportunity to become a trainer for trainees in the future. All patients will be detained under the Mental Health Act. As Responsible Clinician, the post holder will be expected to write statutory reports and attend First Tier Tribunals, Hospital Manager Hearings, S117 and MAPPA meetings as appropriate. Referral rates for the ward are anticipated to be 4 per year from both internal and external sources. They can be seen jointly with the other staff members (psychologist/nursing staff). The average length of stay on the ward is approximately 5 years. Within the Secure Inpatient Services Directorate, the post holder will be working alongside 14 consultant colleagues, 4 specialty grade doctors, and up to 3 core trainees. The local Tutor for SAS doctors is Dr Sandeep Kumar. About us We are one of the largest specialist mental health and learning disabilities trusts in the country, with an annual income of £320 m and a workforce of some 6,700 staff operating from around 100 sites in Durham, Teesside, North Yorkshire and York and Selby. We provide a range inpatient and community services to 2 m people living in County Durham, the Tees Valley, Scarborough, Whitby, Ryedale, Harrogate, Hambleton and Richmondshire. We also provide additional specialist services to other parts of Northern England. We are a multi award winning trust and are included within the Health Service Journals Best 100 Places to Work. The trust takes a positive and proactive approach to support staff in their personal development and has embedded the Talent Management approach within the Trust. Psychiatrists are essential contributors to the majority of our mental health teams. Service users expect and are justified to expect collaborative relationships with dedicated psychiatrists who work consistently as part of effective services. Our medical staffing shortage puts strain on services and puts strain on workforce well being and costs extend beyond the financial. The Medical Directorate and Medical Development Team are striving to improve medical workforce recruitment and retention in a variety of ways and the cornerstone of these efforts is The TEWV Charter for the Medical Workforce. (Please see attached SupportingDocument). Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description for further information on this post. Please note that the job description for Ivy/Clover/Kestrel ward has not yet been approved by The Royal College and therefore is subject to change. Person Specification Clinical Knowledge & Skills 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 Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Wide range of specialist and sub specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Academic Skills and Lifelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit. Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. Has led clinical audits leading to service change. Leadership Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback. Able to influence and persuade to improve services Able to take on leadership role in multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust. Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology or able to achieve within one year of appointment Able to adapt to and lead service change. Able to take on a leadership role outside the multidisciplinary team. Understanding of NHS & wider health economy and its implications for the work of the Trust. Trained to standard equivalent to level 2 in TEWV Trust Quality improvement system Qualifications MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Experience Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register for Old Age Psychiatry or included within six months. Approved clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Experience Describe your clinical experience relevant to this job role Any other experience that may be applicable Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exception 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. Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist - Chichester Centre (£45k RRP) Are you an outstanding Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and making a difference in mental health? This is an exciting time to join us to contribute to providing leadership to deliver high-quality, person centred care to male patients on a low secure ward. You will work alongside a collaborative multi disciplinary team, offering expert assessment, diagnosis, and care for adults with complex psychiatric needs following a trauma informed care approach. We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well being, and collaboration. This job attracts aRecruitment and Retention payment of £45,000 structured over a three year period as follows: £15,000 payable upon successful recruitment The Recruitment and Retention payment is pro rata for part time employees. If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment and Retention Payment and/or the Relocation Allowance, then please do not hesitate to contact our Medical HR Team via . Job responsibilities The post holder will provide clinical leadership for the new male low secure ward at the Chichester Centre. Consultant Psychiatrist would be part of FHS consultant group. This vacancy has arisen due to reconfiguration and relocation of the secure bed estate, and the Trust regards this as an opportune moment to develop the functioning of the team. This post is one example of the commitment of the Trust to develop better provision and capacity for Forensic Healthcare Services and the families and carers using the service in challenging times. This post adds to the medical establishment of the team providing a minimum of 10 whole time equivalent Consultant Psychiatrists for the Forensic Healthcare Services. This post completes the medical establishment of low secure team providing a 0.8 whole time equivalent (WTE) Consultant Psychiatrist and adds to already recruited 0.2 WTE consultant on the ward. This post also adds to FHS 10.0 WTE consultant psychiatrist and 1.0 WTE Multiprofessional Responsible clinician (MPARC). The inpatient clinical caseload is 12 male patients on low secure ward. All patients are detained under the Mental Health Act. Clinical duties include delivering inpatient care to the patients and assessment of patients referred to the forensic service through a single point of access. Referrals are allocated at the weekly referrals meeting. On an average there is 1 referral per week. Assessments are undertaken independently and with another member of staff from the team (nursing/psychologist), depending on the patient's mental health needs. Chair weekly recovery reviews (ward rounds), CPA meetings and participate in risk clinics. Reviews of patients outside the MDT meetings. The post holder will be expected to provide professional leadership including clinical supervision to the medical team and to provide clinical leadership to the wider MDT. Attendance at local governance meetings will form an opportunity to contribute towards business planning for the locality and, as appropriate, contributing to the broader strategic and planning work of the Trust. The postholder will be expected to lead on the improvement of the quality of care within the team and contribute to improving quality across the system. About us We provide NHS care and treatment to children, young people, adults and older people who have mental health problems, learning disabilities or neurodiversity needs. We employ about 5,700 staff. Many of our services are provided in partnership with other organisations. We provide care in people's homes, in specialist clinics, hospitals and GP surgeries. As well as being a provider of services across Sussex we also commission specialist beds. Working with NHS and independent sector healthcare organisations across the South East we are the lead provider in three Provider Collaboratives. These cover adult eating disorders, secure care and children and young people inpatient services. Sussex Partnership was formed in April 2006 as an NHS Trust and established as an NHS Foundation Trust with teaching trust status in August 2008. We work closely with Brighton and Sussex Medical School, a partnership between the Universities of Brighton and Sussex. In 2015, we became a member of the Association of UK University Hospitals, the representative body for university hospitals with major teaching and research interests across the UK and internationally. Our services are rated "good" by the Care Quality Commission and "outstanding" for caring. We work closely with other health and care partners to provide the best possible care to our local populations. We have strengths in innovation, including our work in the field of research and development. Person specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Additional clinical qualifications. Eligibility Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Clinical skills, knowledge & experience Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Ability to work in and lead team Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. 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.

We are seeking to recruit a full time Consultant for First Response Service across Mid Mersey and are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive colleague to provide dynamic leadership to the service and the Trust as a whole. This is a new full-time post based in Hollins Park Hospital. The post holder will work collaboratively with our Operational Manager, Clinical Service Manager and FRS Specialty doctor based in Clock View to provide leadership and clinical expertise to the First Response Service and ensure we deliver an excellent, responsive, and high-quality service. The post holder will also be supported, where appropriate, to develop a special interest in a clinical area, which meets the Trust objectives. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, and management of patients presented to FRS in Mid Mersey by working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including clinical service manager, advanced clinical practitioner, clinical lead, Operational Managers (Band 8A), dual diagnosis practitioners, mental health practitioners, assistant practitioners, assistant clinical psychologist, clinical psychologist, social workers and support workers. You will enjoy working as part of a highly skilled and motivated team to deliver excellent care. Main duties of the job Urgent reviews for the patients and to chair management planning meetings involving families, community and social care services. Clinical/managerial supervisor responsibilities for the specialty doctor based in FRS in Clock View Hospital. For Medic Assessments within team there are appointments available within office hours. They are first triaged by the clinical leads. Registered practitioners can speak to the medic on site or by phone to discuss acceptance of service users. Urgent Assessments are facilitated by the medic directly and via secretary. If an MHAA is required, this should be discussed with the clinical lead. Every opportunity should be actioned to support contact with the service user. This includes telephone contacts, home visit, discussion with family or carers, prior to application to careline, in order to gain as much clinical or collateral information as possible. Consultant psychiatrist responsibility for FRS across Mid Mersey. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for patients referred to FRS as in outpatient and community assessment. Support FRS staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. Conduct patient reviews, and mental health act assessments, and attend multi-professional meetings. Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out assessments. Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement. About us Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Job responsibilities Clinical duties of post holder: Consultant psychiatrist responsibility for FRS across Mid Mersey. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for patients referred to FRS as in outpatient and community assessment. Support FRS staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. Conduct patient reviews, and mental health act assessments, and attend multi-professional meetings. To carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trusts risk management processes such as Health Risk Assessment and Management Meetings (H-RAMM) and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangement (MAPPA) Meetings. To provide medical leadership to the FRS team. Liaise with families / carers. Liaise with aspects of the Criminal Justice System regarding patients. Liaise with other stakeholders and interested parties. The post holder will be expected to maintain effective communication with other services, including in-patient and community mental health teams, crisis services, and primary care. Provide clinical/educational supervision to junior colleagues, NMP and AP. To attend daily safety huddle and multidisciplinary team meetings. The Trust has a number of medical management roles and encourages medical staff to participate in these. Likewise, medical staff are encouraged to participate in the wider discussion forums within the Trust and join committees/working parties in other areas. Support is provided within job plans to undertake these roles. The post holder will be expected to participate in the Consultant on call rota covering all specialties apart from CAMHS and Forensic services in the Warrington, Halton, St Helens & Knowsley areas. Please see job description for further details. Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. CCT or CESR in General Adult or Old Age Psychiatry. Additional clinical qualifications. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 6 months of appointment. Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment. In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice. Transport Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative. Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience 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. Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Academic Skills & Lifelong learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training. Ability to work in and lead team. Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development. Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes. Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post. Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken. Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients. 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. £109,725 to £145,478 a yearper annum, plus 10% R&R (non contractual) & on call supplement

Coastal Sussex CAMHS Service have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Consultant Psychiatrist to join their locality team. This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral part in prioritising the delivery of a safe, effective and caring service to those children and young people (0yrs-18yrs). Psychiatrists are integral for driving change and influencing service development. The Trust has ambitious aims to continuously improve for the good of our patients and we welcome clinical and non-clinical views in order to achieve this together. You will work as part of a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team which includes nurses, psychologists, systemic family therapists and child psychotherapists. This post will work alongside other Consultants and Specialty Doctors who work in Sussex CAMHS. You will also be part of a Trust wide Consultant network where there are opportunities to liaise with colleagues in other posts throughout the Trust and develop peer networks. This job attracts a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000 structured over a three-year period as follows: £15,000 payable upon successful recruitment £10,000 payable at 12 months' service £10,000 payable at 24 months' service £10,000 payable at 36 months' service Main duties of the job The service we provide is in line with NICE Evidenced Based Treatment for those children and young people. You will provide high quality specialist clinical assessments, including relevant psychiatric and physical investigation to children, young people and their families in a range of settings, and work collaboratively with other members of the team to plan and deliver appropriate individually tailored treatment plans. To provide medical psychiatric assessment and intervention, including pharmacology and mental health act assessments to CAMHS in Coastal West Sussex ( Chichester and Worthing Bases ) ensuring best quality and most effective psychiatric care, working within a multi-disciplinary team. To work as part of the multi-professional team providing high quality specialist CAMHS clinical advice, assessment and intervention to children and young people in the area in a range of settings. To engage families/carers in planning and provision of care. To provide timely advice and consultation to GP's, social services and other referrers, facilitating appropriate access to services. About us Not only will you be working in a county with areas of outstanding beauty such as the south downs, and the 137 miles of coastline, along with exciting cities such as Brighton & Hove - the Trust also offers: Relocation expenses of up to £8,00.00 subject to role and policy requirements Excellent pension contributions of 23.7% Flexible working opportunities Bespoke, flexible job plans 30 days of study leave over a 3-year period supported by a study leave allowance each year. Opportunities to become a medical appraiser. Opportunities to become a clinical/educational supervisor. Monthly Medical Advisory Committees (MACs) which offer further peer support. Responsibility allowances for specific roles and responsibilities A variety of wellbeing support and tools, such as an Employee Assistance Programme, financial wellbeing, Occupational Health etc 8 Staff Networks such, ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, women's network, to name a few We are a teaching Trust with strong links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS). Every cluster has a trainee, including F2, GP trainees, core or higher trainees. We also provide training for medical students and Physician Associate students from BSMS. Job responsibilities Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire. Our values are to be compassionate, accountable and optimistic. The Trust has built our future focus which outlines our vision, purpose, ambitions and objectives which incorporates these values and behaviours. Our strategy can be viewedhere. We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, homeworking, part time hours, flexible start/ finish times or anything else. If it works for you and works for the role, we will do our best to make it happen. Living and working in Sussex brings with it many benefits, such as: Stunning countryside and coastlines which are easily accessible throughout the county. Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park Transport links which provide easy access to London, and all of its main airports Vibrant cities that offer an array of restaurants and bars for social events For a comprehensive understanding and full details of the responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description document. It contains all the necessary information and should provide you with a clear overview of what it expected. Person Specification Qualifications/Eligibility MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Transport Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative. Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Ability to work in and lead team Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes Ability to work in a participatory way so that shared decision making and conversations around formulation/diagnosis and ongoing care are a collaborative endeavour with the people who access our service. 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.

Overview Are you an experienced psychiatrist ready to lead forensic mental health services? If so join Aberbeeg Hospital as a Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist to provide strategic leadership, expert clinical oversight and recovery-focused care for people within the criminal justice system. Acting as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act, you will ensure the highest standards of psychiatric care across medium and low secure services. In this role, you will lead the clinical management of a defined caseload, overseeing psychiatric assessments, formulations, and treatment planning. You will provide specialist advice to courts, probation, prison services and MAPPA, and prepare reports for Mental Health Review Tribunals, hospital managers' hearings, and the Ministry of Justice. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams-including forensic social workers, psychologists, and occupational therapists-you will ensure coordinated care and effective implementation of the Care Programme Approach. Beyond clinical leadership, you will play a key role in service development, shaping strategy, and contributing to pathway reconfiguration to meet evolving needs. You will actively participate in clinical governance, audits, and risk management processes, supporting quality improvement and compliance with CQC/HIW standards. Your responsibilities will also include teaching and supervision of trainee psychiatrists and junior medical staff, as well as leading research and quality-improvement projects to inform best practice. Responsibilities Have a role within senior management within the respective hospital of clinical work. Manage and performance manage doctors as necessary. Have responsibility for safe and adequate medical cover. Facilitate and support the Clinical Quality Assurance programme, ensuring consistency within the units. Take a lead role in developing Clinical Governance in conjunction with the Clinical Governance team. Ensure high quality, appropriate information and paperwork is received by stakeholders. Ensure professional policy and practice and their application is of a good standard across the service. Ensure professional compliance with the relevant professional bodies. Participate in channels of communication throughout the hospital through which clinicians contribute information. Participate in continued professional development as laid out by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Provide clinical assistance and support where required to the development of strategies for clinical audit or Quality Improvement and medical education within the hospitals/ region. Promoting awareness and understanding of quality improvement and sharing learning and successes from quality improvement work. Ensure positive relationships are maintained with all our stakeholders. Ensure the hospitals and medical team are represented at local, national and Elysium healthcare Professional Development forums. Ensure adequate and safe delivery of medical input across site. To be successful in this role, you will have: MBChB/MBBS (or equivalent); Full GMC registration; CCT or CESR in Psychiatry; MRCPsych; Approved Clinician (s.12 MHA) Higher research degree (MD/PhD) or MSc. 5 years' postgraduate psychiatric experience, including 2 years in forensic settings Prior Responsible Clinician role; experience in secure inpatient and community forensic services Strong risk assessment, formulation and management skills; knowledge of MHA/MCA; report-writing for tribunals and courts Interest in Clinical Neuropsychiatry with clinical and academic experience. Proven ability to lead MDTs; service planning; participation in audit and governance processes Prior management role at consultant level in a forensic service Experience teaching trainees and healthcare professionals; involvement in audit and QI projects Peer-reviewed publications; experience securing research funding Excellent communication and negotiation skills; commitment to equality, diversity & inclusion; resilience and adaptability. What You'll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Competitive annual salary £5000 car allowance 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Voluntary benefits Medical indemnity cover Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Free Meals and onsite parking About your next employer Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Consultant Psychiatrist The closing date is 04 March 2026 We are pleased to share an opportunity for an experienced Consultant Adult Psychiatrist within our warm and welcoming Adult Mental Health Team in the Rhondda Locality of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, based at the Pentre Municipal Buildings. This is a chance to become part of a passionate and dedicated team that values excellent patient care, professional development, and staff wellbeing. Across our localities-Taff-Ely, Merthyr, Cynon, and Bridgend-you'll find well-established teams led by substantive Consultants, a number of whom have joined in recent years, creating a vibrant and supportive peer network. We take pride in our friendly, down-to-earth approach, where kindness, collaboration, and continuous learning are central to everything we do. With protected time for education, opportunities in research and leadership, and a strong sense of community, we're here to help you thrive. You can find out more about our beautiful location in Wales by following this link. To find out more, view our Psychiatry recruitment pack here. Welsh and English speakers are welcome to apply. The post may close early if sufficient applications are received. Interview Date: April 14th 2026. Main duties of the job Rhondda benefits from a well-integrated health and social care network, with the Community Mental Health Team playing a key role in delivering holistic, person-centred care. The team-comprising Consultant Psychiatrists, CPNs, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and Social Workers-works closely with CDAT, LPMHSS, Primary Care, Forensic Services, and Rehabilitation Services. This is an exciting time to join, as the team leads a community redesign to enhance service delivery. We also support continuity of care through 72 adult acute inpatient beds. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will: Provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary community mental health team, managing complex cases and offering specialist assessments for adults aged 18 and over Liaise with senior clinicians, GPs, and partner agencies, contribute to the consultant on-call rota, and fulfil statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010 Supervise junior doctors and have opportunities to engage in research, education, and leadership development With strong HEIW support, you can train, examine, and pursue academic pathways. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15,000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Job responsibilities We welcome a conversation with anyone who would like to know more about working with CTM so please contact Arif Alam. Our team is driven by a shared sense of social justice and commitment to addressing health inequalities across all ages. We value compassion, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Whether you're drawn by the community, the challenge, or the chance to grow, this is a role where you'll feel supported, inspired, and proud of the impact you make. Further details about the role, our service and relocation are available in the attachments. This post is advertised as Welsh Skills Desirable. Desirable doesn't mean candidates need to have skills in Welsh; this just means we'll consider it an advantage when short listing candidates if you do. We don't need fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. Please note this Job Description is Pending Royal College Approval. Person Specification Qualifications and eligibility Current GMC registration MRC Psych or equivalent Approved Clinician Approval Section 12 (2) approval Welsh approved Clinician Approval Knowledge and Experience Comprehensive training and experience in psychiatry Higher training experience in psychiatry. oExperience of acting as s12(2) doctor or Responsible Clinician Audit and Research Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance Evidence of having undertaken audit relevant to speciality Proven capability to initiate and undertake original work. Evidence of service wide audit with significant and lasting impact on practice Management/Teaching Evidence of having delivered postgraduate teaching Ability to supervise Staff Effectively Evidence of having delivered multi disciplinary teaching Experience of Appraising Staff oEvidence of service development. evidence of teaching med students 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. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Overview Are you a Higher Trainee or a doctor completing the portfolio pathway and ready to take on your first Consultant role? Or an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist seeking a fresh challenge, career progression, and a competitive package? We have an excellent full-time opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join us at Cygnet Newton House, our 21 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men. Main duties of the job Cygnet Newton House is a 21 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery. From the moment an individual arrives, the team work with them to maximise positive outcomes and recovery, while focusing on discharge plans to enable the individual to move on to the least restrictive environment for them. Located 1 mile from Blackpool centre, Cygnet Newton House benefits from being close to plenty of amenities. There are good public transport links in the area with regular buses to the beach and other popular locations; the bus stop is just outside the service. Within the service there are 21 en-suite bedrooms. We encourage and support individuals to personalise these according to their preferences, to promote a relaxing and comfortable space. There is a communal lounge and dining area with plenty of space for celebrations or taking some time to relax. In addition, there is an ADL kitchen for individuals to learn and refine their cooking or baking skills. Externally, we have a large patio and gardens. About us Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Job responsibilities Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Service Line: High Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (level 2) service for men Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Newton House and provide senior medical cover within our specialist rehabilitation service for men. Cygnet Newton House is a 21 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery. From the moment an individual arrives, the team work with them to maximise positive outcomes and recovery, while focusing on discharge plans to enable the individual to move on to the least restrictive environment for them. Located 1 mile from Blackpool centre, Cygnet Newton House benefits from being close to plenty of amenities. There are good public transport links in the area with regular buses to the beach and other popular locations; the bus stop is just outside the service. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines. In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. Main duties and Responsibilities Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Cygnet Newton House Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required Good maintenance of patient records To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports. Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Contribute to the telephone On call rota dependent on the needs of the region Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary up to £165,000 per year Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary Contributory pension scheme Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy Electric Car Scheme We are looking for someone who is Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status Experienced & knowledgeable in insert speciality Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes Committed to continued professional development Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. As a national care provider, with a network of professional and high quality services across England, we are able to offer solutions and work in partnership with the NHS, CCGs and local authorities to provide the services they need including emergency and planned admissions. Alongside this we are able to provide robust and quality data and CQUIN reporting. Our nationwide network of specialist services has grown, and the services we offer are now aligned to 11 distinct service lines: Secure services Acute and PICU Neuropsychiatric Services Mental Health Rehabilitation Older Adults Personality Disorder Eating Disorder CAMHS Deafness and Mental Health Learning Disability We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV to What next? . click apply for full job details

Introduction Join Emerald Place Clinic as a Consultant Child and Young People Psychiatrist and deliver, treat and empower young people to live a safe and independent life. You will join our multidisciplinary team in a 12-bed General Adolescent Inpatient Unit. The unit provides care for young people aged 13 - 18 experiencing acute mental health difficulties requiring inpatient treatment. You will play a key role in clinical leadership, risk management, and therapeutic planning, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed care. As a CYPMHS Consultant Psychiatrist, you will deliver an evidence-based and focused treatment plan to support the children and young people, and their families, as they progress through their care plans to understand eating behaviours and restore physical health. You will work alongside the talented and experienced multidisciplinary team to create tailored treatment programmes to support the individual needs of each young person within a warm and nurturing environment. This will allow you to understand symptoms, patterns and origins of psychological distress. Team Structure Multidisciplinary team includes: psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, social workers, family therapists, and education staff. Supported by junior doctors (Specialist doctor/RMO after hours). As the Consultant Child and Young People Psychiatrist, your responsibilities will include: Clinical Duties Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and management of young people admitted to the unit. Lead on formulation and treatment planning in collaboration with the MDT. Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medication in line with NICE guidelines. Conduct regular ward rounds, CPA reviews, and Mental Health Act assessments. Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies including Case managers, community CYPMHS, social care, and education providers. Provide clinical leadership in managing complex cases and safeguarding concerns. Leadership & Governance Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives. Participate in clinical governance, audit, and peer review activities. Support junior medical staff and contribute to teaching and supervision. Attend and contribute to management meetings and strategic planning. On-call Duties Participate in the CYPMHS consultant on-call rota (frequency to be agreed) To be successful in this role, you'll need Full GMC registration with a licence to practise. Inclusion on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Extensive experience in CYPMHS, including inpatient settings. Excellent communication, leadership, and team-working skills. Commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed care. Experience in service development or research. Additional training in psychotherapy or systemic approaches. What You'll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Competitive annual salary £5000 car allowance £10,000 signing on fee 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Voluntary benefits Medical indemnity cover Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Free meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.