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Consultant Psychiatrist - Haringey Home Treatment Team We are really pleased to be offering this exciting full-time (10 PA) Consultant post in the Haringey Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT). This post has become available due to the resignation of the previous post holder. The CRHTT provides urgent crisis assessments and intensive support aiming to avert the need for inpatient admission, when safety possible. At North London NHS Foundation Trust we provide integrated mental health services to the people of North Central London, as well as some services regionally and nationally. We employ almost 6000 staff, which makes us one of the largest employers in our area. We provide our services to children, adults, and older people from over 20 sites. We support people to overcome the hurdles they face with their health and wellbeing. We support them to get back into the community and to live as independently as they can. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to provide clinical leadership for the Crisis and Home Treatment Team. The post-holder will be expected to: Contribute to the assessment of newly referred cases and formulate appropriate treatment plans in collaboration with colleagues in other disciplines. Conclude medical reviews for those on the caseload including monitoring of patient mental, physical, and psychological wellbeing. Manage community emergencies including home visits for those on the caseload. Participate in gatekeeping assessments for complex cases. Comply with all legal obligations covering clinical practice e.g. Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, safeguarding procedures. Complete relevant paperwork, including maintaining the electronic record and participating in routine outcome monitoring of clinical work. Supervise and facilitate learning to medical staff and other professionals in all aspects of psychiatric care. Participate in the trust-wide day-time consultant psychiatrist second on-call rota for Section 136 suite (1:32) and the Trust-wide Consultant psychiatrist on-call rota (1:32). Participate in the weekly team meeting and undertake other duties, as negotiated, that contribute to the good functioning of the clinical team. Provide clinical and professional leadership within the post and take part in management activities and governance processes related to the post or the wider service. Person Specification Qualifications Qualifications or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Full Registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a current licence to practise from the GMC at intended start date. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment. Section 12 Approved or able to achieve within three 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 and experience Excellent knowledge in specialty. Excellent clinical skills using biopsycho-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 subspecialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Academic Skills and lifelong learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training. Ability to work in and lead team. Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working to deliver improvement. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes. Reflect on purpose of CPD undertaken. Experienced in clinical research. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. Has led clinical audits leading to service change. Information Technology Experience & Skills Basic computer skills, including ability to use e-mail and Internet. Experience in data gathering and management. 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. £105,504 to £139,882 a year Plus £2,162 of London Zone Weighting per annum and RRP £5000

Go back Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist The closing date is 25 June 2025 Applications are invited from registered medical practitioners who have, or are eligible for, a CCST / CCT (or equivalent) and eligible for registration on the GMC Specialist Register, have Approved Clinician status and be approved under Section 12 (2) of the Mental Health Act. Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists is preferred but equivalent qualifications and experience would be considered. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be requested in the event of a successful application. Standard NHS Terms and Conditions of Service for medical staff apply. To apply, please go to NHS Jobs and complete the medical application form. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. Main duties of the job This is an exciting time for a senior clinician to join Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This is a replacement post and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients with a mental illness. The final programmed activities will be agreed with the postholder and Clinical Director, but will include 10 programmed activities, including direct clinical care (7.5 PAs) and supporting activities (2.5 PAs). Arnold Lodge has consistently been very highly rated by the Quality Network (currently in fourth place nationally) and hosts a wide-ranging forensic psychiatry outreach programme with regular placements for forensic psychiatrists from across the world. The service has a strong track record and is looking to the future with a dynamic leadership team and Consultant group. About us We have a huge variety of opportunities in our expansive Trust covering geographically from South Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire to Leicester, providing mental health inpatient and community services, community health services, forensic mental health services and secure prison healthcare across the East Midlands. We have more than 100 sites and a huge scope of unique opportunities to develop your career and gain some amazing experiences. We strive to be a great place to work and offer many staff benefits and tailored staff support and wellbeing programmes. Do you want to make a difference? Do you believe in Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork? Then Nottinghamshire Healthcare is the perfect place for you to start, maintain or further your career. Join our team of nearly 9000 who are making a difference every day. We are all about our people - our staff, volunteers, carers, service users and patients. We are NottsHC. Follow us on Facebook and Job responsibilities A Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Rationale: This is a replacement post and would suit an individual particularly interested in working with male patients with a personality disorder Person Specification Qualifications MBBS or equivalent medical qualification MRCPsych or equivalent Full GMC registration Eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register or CCT in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry with appropriate forensic experience) Section 12(2) approval, Approved Clinician status and DBS clearance Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management Relevant higher degree eg MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications 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 6 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 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 and 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 Participate in CPD Programme Teach trainees from medical and allied health professionals in clinical settings 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 Teaching experience Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience 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 Ability to take a leadership role in a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care and staff morale Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work Ability to appraise own performance Experience in providing written reports for legal purposes Expert knowledge of forensic psychiatry Risk management linked to provisions of mental health care including secure care and protection of public Experience of Care Programme Approach 3 years approved higher training in Forensic Psychiatry (or General Adult Psychiatry and equivalent experience in forensic psychiatry) Higher Specialist Trainees are eligible to apply if within 6 months of their CCT date Working with mentally disordered offenders Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills Find creative solutions to problems Liaise with colleagues in management of complex clinical issues Additional knowledge in one or more areas of specialty Knowledge of recent developments and treatment advances in the care of offenders Knowledge of HCR-20, PCL-R and other risk assessment tools Knowledge of NHS systems Relevant experience, eg specific psychological therapies Experience of working in secure psychiatric settings Research & Audit Ability to critically appraise published research Participation in on-going audit Experience of involvement in a research project and publication Interest in research Published audit project Management Knowledge of the management and structure of the NHS Ability to contribute to the Care Group and Organisation's Strategic Direction Evidence of management training Evidence of a management project Transport & Travel Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post Own car Other Requirements Able to fulfil all duties of post, including on-call Satisfactory clearances from enhanced DBS disclosure and health checks Interest in welfare of mentally disorder offenders Ability to deal effectively with pressure Thoroughness and attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively Reliability and honesty Flexible approach to working practice Positive approach to the job planning and appraisal process Personable and willing to work in groups Enjoy working in a challenging environment Evidence of leadership attributes Motivational skills Commitment to service development 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. 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Locum Consultant Psychiatrists - Multiple General Adult Roles Available Location: West Midlands Salary: £100 - £110 per hour Contract Type: Locum Mentus Recruitment are proud to be partnering with an esteemed NHS provider of mental health services to offer several locum Consultant opportunities in General Adult Psychiatry across inpatient and community settings click apply for full job details

Locum Consultant Psychiatrists - Multiple General Adult Roles Available Location: East Midlands Salary: £100 - £110 per hour Contract Type: Locum Mentus Recruitment are proud to be partnering with an esteemed NHS provider of mental health services to offer several locum Consultant opportunities in General Adult Psychiatry across inpatient and community settings click apply for full job details

COMMUNITY ADULT CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST MHWT - WEST (BARKING) NELFT North East London Foundation Trust Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert, at any time, in the event of receiving suitable applicants. Contract: Substantive Hours: Frequency 1:50; Category A - 3% on call supplement Location: Barking Community Hospital, Upney Lane, Barking, Essex, IG11 9LX Qualifications needed: Full GMC registration with a licence to practice CCT or equivalent Section 12 Approval or eligibility for it Approved Clinician status, or eligibility for it Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCST Main duties of the job: To be successful in your application, you will need: To demonstrate that your values are in line with that of NELFT's values To be innovative, motivated, and passionate about Adult mental health care Essential understanding of current developments in mental health care To be a team player Career Development and training: Just & Compassionate Culture Award winning Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives Vivup employee benefits platform and salary sacrifice scheme Salary Finance and Financial Wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellness initiatives 11 Staff Networks including parents & carers network, ethnic minorities network, LGBT+ network and Disability network to name a few Retail Discounts Flexible working and agile working Cycle to work scheme About us: Why NELFT? NELFT is an award-winning community and mental health Trust, providing healthcare for over 4.9 million people, ensuring our patients, family and friends feel confident that their health needs are met. We are committed to delivering the best care to the communities we serve across North East London, Essex and Kent. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled healthcare professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care. Joining us will provide you with unparalleled access to training opportunities, continuous CPD, peer support groups, and a robust supervision and appraisal system. We are currently recruiting to an Adult Consultant Psychiatrist position in the West Mental Health & Wellness Team, based at Barking Community Hospital, Upney Lane, Barking, Essex, IG11 9LX. This is a replacement, substantive, full-time post - 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) post with 7.5 Direct Clinical Contact activities (DCC) and 2.5 Supporting Professional Activities (SPAs). Job responsibilities: Work as part of multidisciplinary teams providing care to adult people with mental health needs, across West Barking and Dagenham Provide senior medical support and guidance to the team Work directly with adults and their families and liaise as appropriate with other external adult mental health providers and acute hospitals Participate in the on-call rota frequency is currently 1:50, with a 3% of basic salary, Category A on-call supplement Support your peers and team leader, and be an effective team member whilst allowing them to work with their own initiative Work alongside another Adult Consultant Psychiatrist, and trainees within the service Commit to collaborative working, actively supporting and liaising with other health and social professionals, and agencies Person Specification: Registration: Full GMC registration with a licence to practice Qualifications: CCT or equivalent Section 12: Section 12 Approval or eligibility for it Knowledge: Approved Clinician status, or eligibility for it Specialist Register: Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCST 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. NELFT North East London Foundation Trust £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum pro rata

Consultant Psychiatrist, Chiltern Crisis Resolution The successful candidate will be offered a £15,000 recruitment bonus and a relocation allowance of up to £8,000. The consultant psychiatrist will provide senior medical input and clinical leadership to the Crisis team. The post holder will have responsibility for those patients seen by himself/herself, together with those patients seen by medical staff directly supervised by the post holder. The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team (CRHTT) became operational in January 2020. The service consists of a home treatment team and focuses on enabling early discharge from inpatient care. The team also establish close working relationships with the inpatient wards and community teams, including the Inpatient Social Work service and the Patient Flow Transformation lead. Capacity is for up to 25 service users in line with CORE CRT Fidelity scale of not more than 25 cases per 14 full time equivalent clinical staff. The available capacity is regularly communicated across the system. The current medical provision is one FTE consultant psychiatrist and one FTE specialty doctor. Main duties of the job The CRHTT provide crisis response and inpatient gate-keeping and a home treatment service to service users leaving inpatient care and living within South Bucks. There will be a phased approach to future expansion which will be dependent on further new investment. The nature and speed of phasing will also take account of CRHTT model fidelity and assessment of safety and quality in relation to existing service provision (i.e. whatever is developed will have good fit and add value to user / care experience). The CRHTT work from 7am until 9pm. On each long day shift cover there will be 5 Band 6's with input from band 3 and band 4 nurse associates and OT's and on the early shift there will be 6 band 6's with similar support as the long day shift. The Clinical Team Leader and Team Secretary work predominantly Monday to Friday 9-5; however, the Team Leader is also work flexibly to provide leadership outside of these times. The Clinical Team Leader is managed by the Mental Health Urgent Care Team Manager. About us We take great pride in our staff and believe that investing in you is key to us achieving our vision of outstanding care delivered by outstanding people. As such we particularly welcome applications from clinicians who would like to negotiate dedicated PAs for clinical leadership, research, training or other areas of special interest. We have good supervision and operational structures and an excellent track record of CPD. Benefits of working for Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust include: Excellent opportunities for career progression 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with an increase to 35 days with continuous service. Study leave allowances NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Staff accommodation Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated Health and Wellbeing Team. Job responsibilities The consultant psychiatrist will provide senior medical input and clinical leadership to the Crisis team. The post holder will have responsibility for those patients seen by himself/herself, together with those patients seen by medical staff directly supervised by the post holder. The post holder will work with the team manager and other senior colleagues in the team to ensure the effective functioning and development of the service. The post holder will be expected to provide direct clinical care and ensure medical involvement in reviewing care plans. The post holder will be expected to produce timely written correspondence to relevant professionals documenting assessments, on-going management, progress, and eventual discharge using the Trust IT and clinical records system training will be provided. The post holder will be expected to collaborate with other agencies. In particular, this will include liaison with staff from other teams to manage smooth and timely transfer into and out of the team. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the collection of data as required by the Trust and other relevant agencies. This includes the timely recording of clinical activity data, and participation in clinical audit with appropriate administrative support. The post holder will be expected to attend regular directorate managerial meetings as necessary, particularly the Medical Advisory Committee and Directorate/Managerial liaison meetings. The post holder would be expected to participate in both a CPD peer group and a clinical supervision group with fellow medical colleagues. The post holder would be expected to maintain their own programme of training and CPD accreditation with the support of their lead consultant/Associate Medical Director/Clinical Director. Medical colleagues normally cross-cover for each other for annual leave, study leave and brief periods of sickness absence; in addition, there is a daytime cover rota. The consultants take part the Buckinghamshire Adults of Working Age out-of-hours rota. This is a 1 in 16 rota currently, with 3%, band A intensity. There is full shift resident on call cover out of hours. The appointee will be entitled to study leave (up to 30 days over 3 years) and expenses according to the Trusts (currently £2,700 over 3 years), in line with national terms and conditions of service. Person Specification Qualifications Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrist's Guidelines) Eligibility for Section 12 (Mental Health Act 1983) Approval Higher degree or equivalent in relevant field of medical, psychological or other studies or postgraduate teaching qualification Training Higher specialist training in dual or general adult / older adult psychiatry in approved training post for a minimum of three years, equivalent training in another country, or previous consultant experience relevant to this post CCT in Psychiatry; OR Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in psychiatry; OR within six months of achieving CCT at the time of interview; OR CESR Sub-speciality or other specialist clinical training relevant to post in particular CRHT experience. Clinical Experience Experience of the full range of clinical responsibilities expected of a consultant in general adult/ Older adult psychiatry. Experience of close collaborative work with social care and other agencies Application of evidence-based practice and interest in clinical and policy developments for this care group Development of close collaboration with primary care services Experience of early intervention in psychosis services and knowledge prodromal states for psychosis Ability Ability to undertake full range of consultant responsibilities Skills and Knowledge a) Leadership skills -Ability to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary framework, and to share leadership responsibilities with senior colleagues of other professions b) Organisation and management skills - Ability to understand how organisations Commitment to active clinical governance Ability to promote effective team working Capacity to prioritise workload Active participation in clinical audit Commitment to interagency partnership working c) Communication skills - Must have good skills in communication with patients, relatives, colleagues and staff of other organisations. Good spoken and written English. d) Professional approach - Work collaboratively and effectively with a range of professionals. e) Personal skills - Must have interest in and commitment to people with mental health problems, and their carers. f) Teaching experience -Experience in supervising and teaching core psychiatric trainees Application of research evidence to clinical practice Relevant experience of the administrative, management and leadership roles of senior medical staff Inter-agency partnership working and development Undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching. Supervision of advanced level trainees Research experience and skills Other requirements a) GMC registration - Full b) Transport - Mobility as required for the post c) Professional attributes - Meet specifications set out in GMC Guidance: Duties of doctor Driving licence and own transport 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. £105,504 to £139,882 a yearper annum pro-rata

Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult - Early Intervention Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a full-time substantive Consultant Psychiatrist. This post is based on the Early Intervention Model in Rochdale and is a Community post. Main duties of the job To provide consultant psychiatric input to a high functioning community EIS as part of a multi-disciplinary service. The role is to provide a comprehensive assessment and NICE concordant treatment package of care to all patients. To provide high-quality Mental Health Care for adults following the EIS frameworks To work closely with other teams and Consultants to ensure coherent and high-quality mental health care for adults with severe and enduring mental health problems within the Heywood,Middleton and Rochdale (Rochdale borough) area To work with the MDT to support the development of the service, and to attend local and divisional service development meetings About us This is an exciting time to join the Trust and there are many opportunities to contribute to the organisations' development and to look at service redesign models. Rochdale has a very strong teaching commitment and candidates will be expected to contribute to the teaching of medical and nursing staff. There are close links to ongoing research projects. The Consultants contribute to local service user & carer groups. The post holder will be based at the Outpatients department Birch Hill Hospital Rochdale. Rochdale operates an Inpatient- Outpatient model (New Ways of Working) and is staffed by 9 full-time Consultants in Adult Psychiatry and old age psychiatry and a nurse consultant on the female adult ward. Each Consultant Psychiatrist is allocated a Junior Doctor (NW Deanery training schemes) to work with them . Job responsibilities Applicants must be on the GMCs Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion or be within six months of the anticipated award of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Adult Psychiatry at the time of interview for the post. Low frequency on-call (1 in 31) with full second tier on call and 1 day off after your on call. We offer ample opportunities for our consultants professional development and opportunities for additional work for additional PAs ( require negotiation) . Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych Additional clinical qualifications. Fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice 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 and 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 Adademic skills and 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 Transport Holds and will use valid UK driving license OR provides evidence of proposed alternative 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.

Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Adults Inpatients (Irwell Ward) As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Irwell ward, Clock View Hospital, you will provide clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. You will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines in order to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions to Irwell ward and managing their treatment and ensuring safe discharges back to the community. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Irwell ward from the community. Irwell ward is a 17-bedded functional older adult complex care ward at Clock View Hospital. As a substantive Old Age Psychiatry Consultant on Irwell ward, you will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, acute hospital medical specialties, and Primary Care. You will be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Irwell ward, managing patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act; therefore, the post holder will require a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law. This will include completing relevant mental health act documentation and capacity assessments as required. The post holder will be expected to lead the multidisciplinary team at Irwell ward in a supportive manner to foster positive working relationships. The post holder will complete ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication and documentation in relation to assessment outcomes and management plans. They will also be expected to provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Irwell ward. They will take an active part in the clinical work of the team and a lead role in the development of the service. 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 costs as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Job responsibilities The post holder will cover Irwell ward at Clock View Hospital, which is a 17-bedded acute assessment ward for service users aged 70 and over with a functional mental health problem. Exceptions would be needs-based. Irwell ward's catchment area covers Liverpool and South Sefton. There are two dementia inpatient units in the Trust: Fern ward at Leigh Moss Hospital in Liverpool and Kingsley ward at Hollins Park Hospital in Winwick, Warrington. At Clock View Hospital, there are a total of six inpatient wards: Alt ward, Dee ward, Irwell ward, Morris ward, Newton ward, and Prenton ward. Prenton ward is a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), and apart from Irwell ward, the others are for adults of working age. In addition to the inpatient units, there is a Community Mental Health Team, Psychology, and urgent response mental health teams based at Clock View Hospital. Currently, there is a long-standing locum Consultant, Dr. Sumanth Kumar, who is the Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist for Irwell ward. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and management of all service users admitted to Irwell ward as well as supervision of trainee doctors assigned to the ward. There will be a need to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team caring for the service users on the ward including the ward Manager, Nursing staff, Healthcare Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and the Community Mental Health Teams. Discharge planning for inpatients is completed during ward rounds, and there is close liaison with the relevant Community Mental Health Teams, with the service users' allocated practitioner from the CMHT being invited to attend ward rounds to agree discharge plans and arrangements for smooth transitioning from the ward to the community in terms of care. The Trust has fully electronic patient record (Rio), prescribing (EPMA), and mental health act administration systems (Thalamos) in place. Please see job description for further details. Person Specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old Age Psychiatry at the date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Qualifications & Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management Additional Qualifications Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Transport Holds valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work-related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Excellent clinical knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using a 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 Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level. Training or worked as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & 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 teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on the purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and/or service evaluation. Has led clinical audits leading to service change 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. £105,504 to £139,882 a year plus 10% R&R (non-contractual) & 1% on call.

Consultant Psychiatrist-Trafford-General Adult Inpatient-Brook Ward NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Main area General Adult Psychiatry - Inpatient Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 437-MD A Site Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital Town Manchester Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 01/08/:59 Job overview Join an established Inpatient team, and a supportive Consultant group within leafy Trafford in South Manchester. Flexible working patterns are supported and the role can be adapted if the successful applicant wishes to work part time or establish other interests for example research. The Consultant Psychiatrist will be responsible for the care of 15 patients on Brook ward, a 21-bedded all male acute assessment ward, with the support of ward Associate Specialty doctor who is already in post. They will take an active role in the developing the service and be supported in innovation in the delivery of patient centred high quality care. This is based at the Moorside Unit, on the site of Trafford General Hospital Main duties of the job Provide Medical leadership for MDT meetings Carry out comprehensive psychiatric Assessment and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward. Support ward based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983(amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice. Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status according to agreed procedures. Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team Maintain a high level of effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service including; other wards and inpatient units, community mental health teams, services and primary care Liaison with Families and Carers Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise other members of the medical teams in Tribunal work Assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment and authorise Section 17 leave Working for our organisation Largest mental health provider in Greater Manchester with focus on delivering excellent mental health care. Posts across rural, suburban and urban settings. Standard offer of 2.5 SPAs: 7.5 DCCs (pro rata). Support for flexible and less than full-time working. Opportunities to pursue a special interest. The Trust is highly active in research and innovation and has links with a number of local universities; consultants can engage with research from recruitment through to dedicated research time. Clear framework for interested colleagues to develop management and leadership Jo skills and take up positions in leadership and management. Access to in-house training including a Recovery Academy. Structured and supported approach to appraisal and revalidation. Agreed process for career breaks. Relocation package. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification. Person specification Qualifications Medical Degree MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Specialist Register GMC Registration Approved Clinician Important Information about working for GMMH: All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, for further information on the checks required please visit the NHS Employers website The Trust mandates all post holders who require a DBS for their role to subscribe to the DBS Update Service. You will be required to enrol for this service for a fee of £16 per year and maintain registration throughout your employment with GMMH. Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer. The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 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Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Adults Inpatients (Dunes Ward) Consultant Main area Older Adults Psychiatry Grade Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref 350-MED-H Site Hartley Hospital Town Southport Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum 10% R&R (non contractual) plus on-call Salary period Yearly Closing 29/06/:59 Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities; we are committed to challenging and eliminating racism and other forms of discrimination and advancing and promoting equality of opportunity in the provision of services and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. We take positive action to support disadvantaged groups and also particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQIA+ people that are under-represented in our workforce. Furthermore we welcome applications from reservists and ex-armed forces personnel as we recognise the benefits of the values, skills, training and experience that they bring to their work with us. We encourage all applicants to share their equality information with us. Job overview As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high quality care. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Dunes ward, Hartley Hospital, you will work in a state of the art mental health facility, providing clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. You will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines in order to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions to Dunes ward and managing their treatment and ensuring safe discharges back to the community. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Dunes ward from the community. Dunes ward is a 20 bedded primarily functional older adult complex care ward at the Hartley Hospital. As a substantive Old Age Psychiatry Consultant on Dunes ward you will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team. You will be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Dunes ward and this will invariably mean managing patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act and therefore the post holder will require a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law. This will include completing relevant mental health act documentation and completing capacity assessments as required. The post holder will be expected to lead the multidisciplinary team at Dunes ward in an enthusiastic, supportive and approachable manner in order to foster positive working relationships and morale of ward staff. The post holder will complete ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication and documentation in relation to assessment outcomes and management plans. They will also be expected to provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Dunes ward. They will take an active part in the clinical work of the team and a lead role in the development of the service. Working for our organisation 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 (Halton, Warrington, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton and St Helens) and is 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. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Regular reviews of inpatients to monitor the response to treatments will be required and the post holder will operate within multi-disciplinary integrated and co-located teams, which including Health staff and Social services staff. They will be expected to liaise closely with Social Services in order to ensure safe and timely discharge planning of inpatients and communicate promptly to primary care services by providing discharge summaries. At times patients who are under General Adult teams in the community may be admitted to Dunes ward if this is deemed the most appropriate place for them at the time due to circumstances with bed availability in the Trust. The post holder will be expected to provide inpatient care through assessment and treatment as required whilst such patients await transfer to more suitable inpatient units, if required. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, management and safe discharge planning of inpatients on Dunes ward, working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Primary Care. The team composition is as follows: RMN Band 5 - 7.7 WTE HCAs Band 3 17.99 WTE 2 x Band 4 Nursing assistant 2 1x Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist 1x Psychiatry Higher Trainee Doctor 1-2x Foundation/GP Trainee/Core Trainee Doctors 1x Ward Manager 2x Deputy Managers 1x Occupational Therapist 1x Physio Several Part Time Occupational Assistants Please see job description for further details. Person specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old age Psychiatry at date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Transport Holds valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Qualification and Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent, 3 years higher professional training in Old age psychiatry Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management Additional Qualifications Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Clinical Skills,Knowledge and Experience Excellent clinical 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 decision based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level Training or worked as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & Lifgelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Able to plan and deliver teaching and training relevant to the post Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply for all correspondence. All information regarding your application will come from apps.trac.jobs not NHS Jobs. Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who consider themselves to be disabled who meet the minimum (essential) criteria for the role in the person specification. If you would like your application to be considered under the Trust's guaranteed interview scheme you can indicate this in the personal information section of your online application form. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to our recruitment process please email to ensure that measures can be put in place to support you. We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a minimum number of applications from which to make a shortlist. 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Main area Addiction Services Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 10 sessions per week (PA's- 10, SPA- 2.5, DCC- 7.5) Job ref 350-MED Site Hope Centre / Brook Place Town Liverpool Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum, plus 10% R&R (non contractual) and on call supplement Salary period Yearly Closing 09/08/:59 Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities; we are committed to challenging and eliminating racism and other forms of discrimination and advancing and promoting equality of opportunity in the provision of services and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. We take positive action to support disadvantaged groups and also particularly encourage applications from ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQIA+ people that are under-represented in our workforce. Furthermore we welcome applications from reservists and ex-armed forces personnel as we recognise the benefits of the values, skills, training and experience that they bring to their work with us. We encourage all applicants to share their equality information with us. Job overview We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for aConsultant Psychiatristto join our dedicated team atThe Hope Centre, a 17-bed regional inpatient detoxification unit withinMersey Care NHS Foundation Trust. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, healthcare assistants, and junior doctors to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals undergoing detoxification from drugs and alcohol This post would be ideal for a new or established consultant looking to develop research interests as the centre has developed a new Ketamine detox protocol. Mersey Care has recently collaborated with the University of Liverpool to create the Mental Health Research for Innovation Centre. Merseyside and the surrounding areas offer an exceptional quality of life: Easy access to theLake District,Yorkshire Dales, andNorth Wales Excellentschools,local beaches, andfamily-friendly communities A vibrant cultural scene withart galleries,concert venues, andsporting events Main duties of the job Consultant psychiatrist will have responsibility for their caseload and inpatients. To supervise and support team members who carry out assessments of patients referred to the team. To carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments for new admissions and provide medical interventions for patients. Supporting staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. To conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary reviews, CPA reviews, discharge planning meetings and multi-professional meetings To be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance with the code of practice. To carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes such as Health Risk Assessment and Management Meetings (H-RAMM) and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangement (MAPPA) Meetings if required. To provide medical leadership to the team. Maintain high level of effective communication with other parts of the Mental health service across the Trust, across maternity services and primary care. Liaison with families / carers Liaison with aspects of the Criminal Justice System regarding patients, where necessary. Liaising with other stakeholders and interested parties. Working for our organisation 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. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The Addictions Services at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust currently provides integrated drug and alcohol inpatient detoxification services for patients across Merseyside. It is a regional detox unit with 17 inpatient beds. The post holder will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, health care assistants and junior doctors to deliver a high quality inpatient care. The unit is supported by a (this post) Consultant Psychiatrists, 1.0 WTE Foundation Year trainee or 1.0 WTE psychiatry trainees cover from the local rotation (once applicant in post) . There is also a SAS Doctor for the service. There will be an opportunity to also act as clinical supervisor for the trainees based on the ward. The Consultant would be supported by the above trainees during admission of the patients on the ward, follow-ups and ward rounds. The trainees are placed at Inpatient Services as part of their training experience. There may be opportunities for ST special interest sessional support too. Postholder will be expected to support trainees and also see new patients. The unit receives patients who are not suitable for community detox and referrals are made by respective locality-based community drug and alcohol teams. The unit only admits patients with robust after care plans to improve its success rate and promote abstinence based approaches during inpatient stay. Patients in the unit tend to have co morbid physical, mental health needs and a history of poly substance use. The ward round occurs twice a week and the Consultant in post would be expected to lead ward rounds during the week. Addictions Services has actively promoted recovery with drug and alcohol services and the impact is very visible within the units. There are well established groups that run within the wards along with pharmacological intervention to help patients recover and maintain their recovery goals. There are excellent links with local hepatologist and well established referral pathways into acute hospital that is located within the same site. The approximate waiting list for inpatient admission tends to vary between 4-6 weeks. The Consultant will have the clinical responsibility to prioritise admissions based on clinical needs. The bed occupancy at Inpatient Addictions Services is between 85-90%. We receive approximately referrals per year. The number of admissions to the unit vary from 400-450 per year depending on the length of stay. Person specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. 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 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 Transport Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative. Non-drivers due to disability will be supported via access to work scheme Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience Excellent knowledge in specialty of General Adult Psychiatry and experience of Addiction Psychiatry 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 Minimum 12 months training in Substance Misuse Inpatient detoxification and management experience Good understanding of co-morbid psychiatric illnesses and experience in managing dual diagnosis 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 Ability to work Constructively and to lead a multidisciplinary team Participated in continuous professional development Participated in research or service evaluation. . click apply for full job details

Inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist in GA Moorland View Location: Barnstaple, EX31 4JB Salary: £109725.00 to £145478.00 Date posted: 9th July 2025 Closing date: 3rd August 2025 Over the past three years, our trust has been at the forefront oftraining senior non-medical clinicians as Multi-Professional ApprovedClinicians (MPACs) to enhance our multidisciplinary team. The first cohort isnow fully deployed, with qualified MPACs in Exeter, Torbay, and North Devon. AtMoorland View, you'll be supported by a Full-Time Nurse Consultant (MPAC), LizMoakes, alongside a core trainee and a Foundation Year Two doctor. Our trust is currently undergoing a senior workforce review. Aspart of this, we are moving towards having 1.5 Responsible Clinicians perinpatient ward, likely a combination of a consultant psychiatrist and aqualified MPAC. We have recently appointed a new Chief Medical Officer who iscommitted to creating a supportive environment for staff, ensuring we deliverthe best care for our patients. We are eager to discuss how this role can be tailoredto suit you, with opportunities for additional PAs beyond the standard 11 andoptions for remote working. Main duties of the job We are seeking an inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist for MoorlandView, a 16-bed mixed-gender acute ward in Barnstaple, North Devon. Thisposition has become available due to the previous consultant moving to anotherservice within the trust. Moorland View boasts a well-established multidisciplinary team,including a Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Assistant Psychologist, OccupationalTherapist, Therapy Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist, and Technician, as well asan experienced ward manager. There is access to an Extra Care Area, onsitepatient use gym, art therapy space, and plentiful outside space. Thereare strong connections with the CMHTs, Psychiatric Liaison Service, CrisisResolution Home Treatment Teams, and AMPHs. The ward is co-located with two other wards: Ocean View, an 8-bedintensive inpatient rehabilitation ward, and Meadow View for older adults, bothof which have substantive consultants. Located on the North Devon DistrictHospital site, the wards offer easy access to DGH facilities when needed. Thepost includes a dedicated office and secretarial support. Pleasecontact Victoria Burns interim Clinical Directorfor Urgent and Inpatient Care, for an informal discussion of the role,discussions around developing the post and other opportunitie About us We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Job responsibilities Please refer to the fullJob Description and Person specification attached to this advert which willprovide further information on this role. Person Specification Experience Experience of multidisciplinary team working. Wide clinical experience in adult, older adult psychiatry. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance. Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care. Experience in inpatient psychiatry. Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams. Evidence of new ideas in service delivery. A track record of implementing service initiatives. Management Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements. Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development. Qualifications MBBS (or equivalent). Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice. MRCPsych or equivalent qualification. Included on the GMC Specialist Register, or eligible for inclusion, or included within 6 months of CCT. Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. Approved Clinician status. Possess a CCT (or equivalence) in adult psychiatry. Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field. Has undergone training in educational supervision. Has undergone training in appraisal. Teaching and Supervision Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Other evidence of supporting professional development of others. Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision. Research Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice. Aptitude for and practical experience of research. Values A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity. A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies. 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.

COMMUNITY CAMHS CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST (ASHFORD) NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Main area Mental health Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 8 sessions per week Job ref 395-MED148-25 Site Lenworth Clinic Town Ashford, Kent Salary £105,504 - £139,882 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 13/08/:59 Joining means you'll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We're CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award winning equality and diversity initiatives and staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest heavily in your development, because when you are valued and supported, we provide the best care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been featured in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for three consecutive years, and we have achieved a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Along with our staff networks and training opportunities, we work hard to embed a just and compassionate culture here at NELFT. Find out more about NELFT careers and what makes our Trust a great place to work, in this video Job overview COMMUNITY CAMHS CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST (ASHFORD, TN24 0QE) Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert, at any time, in the event of receiving suitable applicants. Contract Substantive Hours Frequency 1:14; Category A - 3% on call supplement (pro-rata) Location Lenworth Clinic, 329 Hythe Road, Ashford, Kent TN24 0QE Qualifications needed: Full GMC registration with a licence to practice CCT or equivalent Section 12 Approval or eligibility for it Approved Clinician status, or eligibility for it Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCST Main duties of the job To be successful in your application, you will need: To demonstrate that your values are in line with that of NELFT's values, To be innovative, motivated, and passionate about Child and Adolescent mental health care, Essential understanding of current developments in mental health care, To be a team player Relocation expenses Career Development and training Just & Compassionate Culture Award winning Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives Vivup employee benefits platform and salary sacrifice scheme Salary Finance and Financial Wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellness initiatives 11 Staff Networks including parents & carers network, ethnic minorities network, LGBT+ network and Disability network to name a few Flexible working and agile working Cycle to work scheme Working for our organisation Why NELFT? NELFT is an award-winning community and mental health Trust, providing healthcare for over 4.9 million people, ensuring our patients, family and friends feel confident that their health needs are met. We are committed to delivering the best care to the communities we serve across North East London, Essex and Kent. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled healthcare professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care. Joining us will provide you with unparalleled access to training opportunities, continuous CPD, peer support groups, and a robust supervision and appraisal system. We are currently recruiting to a CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist position in the Ashford CAMHS Community Team, based at Lenworth Clinic, 329 Hythe Road, Ashford, Kent TN24 0QE. This is a replacement, substantive, part-time post - 8 PAs with 5.5 PA DCC and 2.5 SPA. This post is currently vacant, and we wish to recruit to this post as soon as possible. You will join another substantive Consultant, and 0.6wte Specialty Doctor within the service, and will have the opportunity to influence future direction, treatment, and models of design in the area in which you work. Detailed job description and main responsibilities You will be expected to: Work as part of multidisciplinary teams providing care to children and young people with mental health needs, across Ashford. Provide senior medical support and guidance to the team Work directly with young people and their families and liaise as appropriate with other external CAMHS mental health providers and acute hospitals Participate in the on-call rota frequency is currently 1:14, with a 3% of basic salary, Category A on-call supplement. Support your peers and team leader, and be an effective team member whilst allowing them to work with their own initiative Work alongside another full-time CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist and 0.6wte Specialty Doctor. Commit to collaborative working, actively supporting and liaising with other health and social professionals, and agencies. Person specification GMC Full GMC registration with a licence to practice Qualifications CCT or equivalent Knowledge Section 12 Approval or eligibility for it Knowledge Inclusion in, or eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCST We believe in bringing your authentic and best self to work, in order to deliver the best care to our patients. We are committed to supporting our employees holistically. Here is a snapshot of what is on offer at NELFT: A long-standing and award-winning approach to equality and diversity with supportive networks for ethnic minority staff, staff with disabilities or long term/chronic conditions and LGBT staff. A commitment to supporting colleagues to achieve a work life balance, through flexible working opportunities and our effortsto support our working parents and carers. This has resulted in us being recognised as a 'Top 10 Family Friendly Employer' from the Working Families Charity. Proactive health and wellbeing support, including access to our employee assistance programme, staff psychological support, individual wellbeing conversations and a network of health and wellbeing ambassadors. Detailed information about our wellbeing and benefits offer can be found in this link . As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's a job share, part time hours or another flexible pattern. We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. We have supportive policies, guaranteed interview schemes for veterans. reservists and military spouses and give additional leave to our Reservists so that they can attend their annual camp. Equal opportunities employer We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and positively encourage applications from all sections of the community regardless of any protected characteristic. We are a Disability Confident employer and have made the pledge to commit to employing more people with disabilities.If you require this application in another format i.e. Braille or audio tape please contact the recruitment team on or email . Correspondence with us You are advised to regularly check your emails (including any junk mail/spam folders) for correspondence related to this post. As part of our recruitment process, we may be required to share information you provide on the application form with NHS Counter Fraud Authority (NHSCFA) and/or other organisations for the purpose of the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of fraud or any other unlawful activity affecting the NHS. We also use third party providers to check and verify your qualifications who may be contacting you on our behalf to verify the same. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. We encourage you to view our Trust website and read the news stories, which will give you more information about the breadth of the organisation and our innovative services. Please also view our social media pages to get an insight into life at .

Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age (Inpatients) Consultant Main area: Old Age Grade: Consultant Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 350-MED-H Site: Hartley Hospital Town: Southport Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum 10% R&R (non contractual) plus on-call Salary period: Yearly Closing: 09/11/:59 Job overview As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high quality care. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Dunes ward, Hartley Hospital, you will work in a state of the art mental health facility, providing clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. You will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines in order to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions to Dunes ward and managing their treatment and ensuring safe discharges back to the community. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Dunes ward from the community. Dunes ward is a 20 bedded primarily functional older adult complex care ward at the Hartley Hospital. As a substantive Old Age Psychiatry Consultant on Dunes ward, you will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team. You will be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Dunes ward, which will invariably mean managing patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act and therefore the post holder will require a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law. This will include completing relevant mental health act documentation and completing capacity assessments as required. The post holder will be expected to lead the multidisciplinary team at Dunes ward in an enthusiastic, supportive and approachable manner in order to foster positive working relationships and morale of ward staff. The post holder will complete ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication and documentation in relation to assessment outcomes and management plans. They will also be expected to provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Dunes ward. They will take an active part in the clinical work of the team and a lead role in the development of the service. Working for our organisation 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 (Halton, Warrington, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton and St Helens) and is 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. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Regular reviews of inpatients to monitor the response to treatments will be required and the post holder will operate within multi-disciplinary integrated and co-located teams, which including Health staff and Social services staff. They will be expected to liaise closely with Social Services in order to ensure safe and timely discharge planning of inpatients and communicate promptly to primary care services by providing discharge summaries. At times, patients who are under General Adult teams in the community may be admitted to Dunes ward if this is deemed the most appropriate place for them at the time due to circumstances with bed availability in the Trust. The post holder will be expected to provide inpatient care through assessment and treatment as required whilst such patients await transfer to more suitable inpatient units, if required. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, management and safe discharge planning of inpatients on Dunes ward, working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Primary Care. The team composition is as follows: RMN Band 5 - 7.7 WTE HCAs Band 3 17.99 WTE 2 x Band 4 Nursing assistant 1 x Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist 1 x Psychiatry Higher Trainee Doctor 1-2 x Foundation/GP Trainee/Core Trainee Doctors 1 x Ward Manager 2 x Deputy Managers 1 x Occupational Therapist 1 x Physio Several Part Time Occupational Assistants Please see job description for further details. Person specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old age Psychiatry at date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Transport Holds valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Qualification and Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent, 3 years higher professional training in Old age psychiatry Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management Additional Qualifications Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience Excellent clinical 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 decision based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level Training or worked as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Able to plan and deliver teaching and training relevant to the post Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Inpatients Consultant Main area: General Adult Grade: Consultant Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 350-MED-M Site: Broadoak Unit, Broadgreen Hospital Town: Liverpool Salary: £99,532 - £131,964 per annum plus 10% R&R (non contractual) Salary period: Yearly Closing: 29/09/:59 Job overview The Trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to work as part of the inpatient team on Harrington ward, at the Broadoak Unit in Liverpool. The post is one of three inpatient Consultants at Broadoak Unit. Harrington ward is a female general adult ward, with 17 patients. Work is underway on a state of the art, purpose-built hospital in South Liverpool, which will replace Broadoak unit once completed. The post holder will move to the new unit once complete. At Mersey Care we are passionate about mental health and wellbeing and delivering the best possible care for the people we serve. Quality, recovery and wellbeing are at the heart of everything that we do. The Trust is focused on driving change and innovation by supporting and enhancing the leadership role of our senior clinicians and this role would offer opportunities for you to lead and develop excellent practice in the field. Main duties of the job Consultant psychiatrist responsibility for Harrington ward. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for inpatients. Support staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. Conduct patient reviews and lead multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings. Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance with the code of practice. Provide verbal and written evidence to Mental Health Review Tribunals and Hospital Manager's hearings. Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes such as Health Risk Assessment and Management and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangement Meetings. Provide medical leadership to the team. Liaise with carers. Maintain effective communication with other services. Provide clinical/educational supervision to junior colleagues. Working for our organisation 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 (Halton, Warrington, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton and St Helens) and is 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. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Inpatient care for service users is provided by Consultants working within the Acute Care teams at Broadoak Unit, Clock View Hospital, Windsor House, all based in Liverpool, and Hartley Hospital based in Southport. The number of general adult beds across the Trust has temporarily reduced as a result of Covid-19, in order to adhere to social distancing guidance. Broadoak Unit is an adult mental health facility based on Broadgreen Hospital Site, Liverpool. There are 3 acute adult wards namely: Brunswick (mixed ward), Albert (male), and Harrington. All wards across the Trust take admissions, as well as patient transfers. The post holder would be responsible for up to 19 patients on Harrington ward. Harrington ward is a mixed ward with 19 beds pre-Covid. This has been reduced to 17 as a result of Covid. On average there are approximately 4 admissions per week to Harrington ward with around 4 discharges. About 25-50 per cent of the admitted patients are detained at any given time and there is on average one Mental Health Review Tribunal hearing each week. Person specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management 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 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 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 We celebrate diversity and promote equal opportunities; we are committed to challenging and eliminating racism and other forms of discrimination and advancing and promoting equality of opportunity in the provision of services and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We take positive action to support disadvantaged groups and also particularly encourage applications from ethnic minorities, disabled and LGBTQIA+ people that are under-represented in our workforce. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who consider themselves to be disabled who meet the minimum (essential) criteria for the role in the person specification. Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply for all correspondence. All information regarding your application will come from apps.trac.jobs not NHS Jobs. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to our recruitment process please email . Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age (Inpatients) Consultant Main area: Old Age Grade: Consultant Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 350-MED-H Site: Hartley Hospital Town: Southport Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum 10% R&R (non contractual) plus on-call Salary period: Yearly Closing: 09/11/:59 Job overview As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Dunes ward, Hartley Hospital, you will work in a state-of-the-art mental health facility, providing clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. You will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions to Dunes ward and managing their treatment while ensuring safe discharges back to the community. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Dunes ward from the community. Dunes ward is a 20-bedded primarily functional older adult complex care ward at Hartley Hospital. As a substantive Old Age Psychiatry Consultant on Dunes ward, you will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team. You will be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Dunes ward, managing patients who have been detained under the Mental Health Act, necessitating a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law. This includes completing relevant mental health act documentation and capacity assessments as required. The post holder will be expected to lead the multidisciplinary team at Dunes ward in an enthusiastic, supportive, and approachable manner to foster positive working relationships and morale among ward staff. The post holder will complete ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication and documentation regarding assessment outcomes and management plans. They will also be expected to provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Dunes ward and take an active part in the clinical work of the team while leading the development of the service. Working for our organisation Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region (Halton, Warrington, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, and St Helens) and is 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, including 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 while safely reducing costs. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Regular reviews of inpatients to monitor the response to treatments will be required, and the post holder will operate within multi-disciplinary integrated and co-located teams, including Health staff and Social services staff. They will be expected to liaise closely with Social Services to ensure safe and timely discharge planning of inpatients and communicate promptly with primary care services by providing discharge summaries. At times, patients who are under General Adult teams in the community may be admitted to Dunes ward if this is deemed the most appropriate place for them at the time due to circumstances with bed availability in the Trust. The post holder will be expected to provide inpatient care through assessment and treatment as required while such patients await transfer to more suitable inpatient units, if necessary. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, management, and safe discharge planning of inpatients on Dunes ward, working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Primary Care. Person specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old age Psychiatry at the date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Transport Holds valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work-related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Qualification and Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent, 3 years higher professional training in Old age psychiatry Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management Additional Qualifications Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience Excellent clinical knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using a 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 contributions of others Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level Training or worked as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Able to plan and deliver teaching and training relevant to the post

Consultant Psychiatrist - Old Age (Inpatients) Consultant Main area: Old Age Grade: Consultant Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week Job ref: 350-MED-H Site: Hartley Hospital Town: Southport Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum 10% R&R (non contractual) plus on-call Salary period: Yearly Closing: 09/12/:59 Job overview As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. You will lead the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Dunes ward, Hartley Hospital, providing clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Dunes ward. You will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team and be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Dunes ward, managing patients detained under the Mental Health Act. This includes completing relevant mental health act documentation and capacity assessments as required. You will lead the multidisciplinary team at Dunes ward in an enthusiastic and supportive manner to foster positive working relationships. You will conduct ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication regarding assessment outcomes and management plans. Additionally, you will provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Dunes ward. Working for our organisation Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical and mental health services in the North West, serving over 1.4 million people. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health, and we are committed to delivering 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, timely, equitable, and efficient. Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post holder will regularly review inpatients to monitor treatment responses, operating within integrated multi-disciplinary teams. You will liaise closely with Social Services for safe discharge planning and communicate promptly with primary care services by providing discharge summaries. At times, patients under General Adult teams in the community may be admitted to Dunes ward due to bed availability. You will provide inpatient care through assessment and treatment as required while awaiting transfer to suitable inpatient units. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, management, and safe discharge planning of inpatients on Dunes ward, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team. Person specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old Age Psychiatry at date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Transport Holds valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work-related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Qualification and Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent, 3 years higher professional training in Old Age Psychiatry Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management Additional Qualifications Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience Excellent clinical knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty Makes decisions based on evidence and experience Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA Experience in similar roles at a relevant level Training or experience as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training Able to plan and deliver teaching and training relevant to the post Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply for all correspondence. All information regarding your application will come from apps.trac.jobs not NHS Jobs. Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like your application to be considered under the Trust's guaranteed interview scheme, you can indicate this in the personal information section of your online application form. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to our recruitment process, please email to ensure that measures can be put in place to support you. The Trust expects all post holders who require an enhanced DBS for their role to subscribe to the DBS Update Service. You will be required to enroll for this service for a fee of £13 per year and maintain registration. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Adults Inpatients (Irwell Ward) As a Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist working for Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, you will be responsible for ensuring that our service users' needs are met through the delivery of high-quality care. As a leader of the inpatient multi-disciplinary team at Irwell ward, Clock View Hospital, you will provide clinical care to older adults who require specialist inpatient care. You will work closely with a wide range of clinical and professional disciplines to deliver holistic care by completing assessments of new admissions to Irwell ward and managing their treatment, ensuring safe discharges back to the community. Main duties of the job The post holder will be responsible for completing assessments and formulating treatment plans for service users admitted to Irwell ward from the community. Irwell ward is a 17-bedded functional older adult complex care ward at Clock View Hospital. As a substantive Old Age Psychiatry Consultant on Irwell ward, you will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including Social Services, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, acute hospital medical specialties, and Primary Care. You will be the Responsible Clinician for patients admitted to Irwell ward, managing patients detained under the Mental Health Act, requiring a sound knowledge of Mental Health Act law, including completing relevant documentation and capacity assessments as required. The post holder will be expected to lead the multidisciplinary team at Irwell ward in a supportive manner to foster positive working relationships. The post holder will complete ward rounds throughout the week and provide clear communication and documentation regarding assessment outcomes and management plans. They will also be expected to provide leadership and training to trainee doctors and medical students placed on Irwell ward and take an active part in the clinical work of the team and a lead role in the development of the service. 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, as well as 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 costs as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Job responsibilities The post holder will cover Irwell ward at Clock View Hospital, which is a 17-bedded acute assessment ward for service users aged 70 and over with a functional mental health problem. Exceptions would be needs-based. Irwell wards catchment area covers Liverpool and South Sefton. There are two dementia inpatient units in the Trust: Fern ward at Leigh Moss Hospital in Liverpool and Kingsley ward at Hollins Park Hospital in Winwick, Warrington. At Clock View Hospital, there are a total of six inpatient wards: Alt ward, Dee ward, Irwell ward, Morris ward, Newton ward, and Prenton ward. Prenton ward is a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), and apart from Irwell ward, the others are for adults of working age. In addition to the inpatient units, there is a Community Mental Health Team, Psychology, and urgent response mental health teams based at Clock View Hospital. Currently, there is a long-standing locum Consultant, Dr. Sumanth Kumar, who is the Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist for Irwell ward. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and management of all service users admitted to Irwell ward, as well as supervision of trainee doctors assigned to the ward. There will be a need to work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team caring for the service users on the ward, including the ward Manager, Nursing staff, Healthcare Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Social Workers, and the Community Mental Health Teams. Discharge planning for inpatients is completed during ward rounds, and there is close liaison with the relevant Community Mental Health Teams, with the service users' allocated practitioner from the CMHT being invited to attend ward rounds to agree discharge plans and arrangements for smooth transitioning from the ward to the community in terms of care. The Trust has fully electronic patient record (Rio), prescribing (EPMA), and mental health act administration systems (Thalamos) in place. Please see job description for further details. Person Specification Registration Full registration with General Medical Council Inclusion on or eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or within 6 months of CCST/CCT or equivalent in Old Age Psychiatry at date of interview Section 12 (2) Approval + Approved Clinician Status or demonstrated ability to gain approval In good standing with GMC with respect to warnings and conditions on practice Qualifications & Training MbChb, MBBS or equivalent Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management Additional Qualifications Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent Undertaken 'Train the Trainer' and 'Equality and Diversity' Training Transport Holds a valid UK driving licence and will use own car for work-related travel OR provides evidence of proposed alternative Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Excellent clinical knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using a 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 Experience in working previously in similar roles at a relevant level. Training or worked as a DoLs assessor Experience in management and service development; Knowledge and use of IT systems Academic Skills & 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 teaching and training relevant to this post Reflected on the purpose of CPD undertaken Experienced in clinical research and/or service evaluation. Has led clinical audits leading to service change 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. £105,504 to £139,882 a year plus 10% R&R (non-contractual) & 1% on call

Come and join the UK's 4th largest independent provider in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. Active Care Group would like to invite applications for a full-time Consultant Neuropsychiatrist post, with a special interest in Acquired/Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation. We would also welcome applications from General Psychiatrists, Liaison Psychiatrists and other Consultant Psychiatrists who have a specialist interest in Neuropsychiatry and/or Acquired Brain Injury rehabilitation. The post is based at the Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre (FBIRC). The FBIRC is the Level 1 specialist inter-disciplinary neuro-rehabilitation centre serving the South West region. The centre operates within a joint working arrangement between North Bristol NHS Trust and Active Care Group. Main duties of the job At FBIRC, the post-holder will divide the management of the 29 Level 1, and 23 Level 2 in-patients, with the two Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine, depending on medical/psychiatric need. We are looking to appoint a consultant who will offer a high quality, clinical service for the rehabilitation of patients with acquired brain injury, provide clinical leadership to the inter-disciplinary team and play an integral role in the further development of rehabilitation pathways across the South West. The successful candidate will be offered the opportunity to contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, and the development of academic and research interests will be encouraged. The site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally and collaborates with local NHS services due to a joint working arrangement with North Bristol NHS Trust. We focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patients' expectations of rehabilitation goals. Our team works closely together to ensure that every team member is working towards the same practical, realistic goals and that all therapies are focused on the areas that will enable patients to achieve those clearly defined and agreed goals. Conditions we support, but are not limited to: Acquired Brain Injury, Anoxic Brain Injury, Brain Tumour, Complex Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Inflammatory and infective conditions. About us Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives. Job responsibilities What you'll be doing: Clinical Leading the multidisciplinary team that undertakes assessments for admissions to the service within our partner acute hospitals. Providing outstanding neuropsychiatric care linked to national guidelines and working in collaboration with community mental health services. 1 weekend in 4 on-call commitment. Leading the multidisciplinary team in the care and treatment of our patients, including weekly ward round review. Leading on MHA and MCA within the unit. Attend family meetings, case review meetings and discharge planning meetings as required. Practise evidence-based care through national standards and guidelines. Provide supervision to their allocated junior doctor. Prepare for and participate in external reviews (CQC, Quality Network reviews); liaison with NHSE and participation in local networks and pathways. Management Attendance, and contribution to, the Active Care Group Neuro clinical governance meeting. Participate in service development, through research, innovation and local audit. Continue strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, particularly our partners in the NHS. Supervision and support of the site-based junior doctor. Engagement in National Networks. Ongoing personal development through CPD and annual appraisal (and adhering to the GMC's "Good Medical Practice"). We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. Person Specification Qualifications Full registration with GMC with licence to practice. CCT in General Adult or Liaison Psychiatry or any other psychiatric CCT with evidence of experience working with adults with neuropsychiatric conditions. Working within an inpatient rehabilitation setting treating those with neurological or brain injury (Desirable). Evidenced based practice. Confidence in engaging internal and external stakeholders. Patient centred, outcomes-based care. 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. Employer name Active Care Group

Consultant Psychiatrist for Older Adults, CMHT-OP (attracts £25K RRP) Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Surrey & Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a General Medical Council (GMC) Sponsor employer. This opportunity is open to UK & International Consultants. Would you like to work in an organisation that sits in the top 10 best Mental Health organisations in the country? This job attracts a Recruitment & Retention (R&R) payment of £25,000 in addition to £8,000 relocation allowance. The R&R payment is pro rata for part-time employees. To request the full terms of the R&R payment or relocation allowance please email Medical Recruitment Team - . This vacancy is to cover the Cranleigh & Wonersh locality of the Guildford & Waverley Community Mental Health Team (CMHT-OP) and to provide consultant care for Care Home residents across the Guildford & Waverley region. It is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and high-functioning team and to take the lead on Care Home Psychiatry in the region. Our offer: GMC Sponsorship Recruitment premia £25,000 subject to policy requirement Relocation allowance: up to £8,000 subject to policy requirements Sponsorship for international candidates: up to £3,199 Up to £2,000/year CPD allowance subject to policy requirements NHS Pension: employers contribution 23.7% from day one Subsidised nursery places Car Scheme: tax saving up to £6,000 Discounted Nuffield Gym Membership Generous annual leave Main duties of the job The post-holder will be responsible for consultant oversight of patients aged 65 and over referred to the CMHT for Older People and registered with the Cranleigh and Wonersh GP surgeries. The 65+ population is currently around 6000. It is expected that the post-holder will conduct one clinic per week as well as sessions for home visits as needed, support nurse colleagues with caseload reviews, and participate in the weekly MDT. This part of the role is expected to allocate 40% of clinical time. The CMHT-OP currently performs the function of a general older adult CMHT as well as that of a memory assessment service. Functional and organic cases are accepted. In addition, the post-holder will be responsible for providing consultant care to residents of Care Homes referred to the CMHT-OP from across the Guildford and Waverley region. This part of the role will be allocated 60% of clinical time. Both parts of the role involve working within a multi-disciplinary team and it is expected that there will be close working with nurse colleagues and other MDT members. Duties as an Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act will occasionally be required. The role includes 2.5 PA allocated to SPA, and the post-holder will be encouraged to access the local academic programme on Friday mornings. The Trust supports consultants who wish to develop interests in Education, Medical Management, and Research. About us Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire. We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers. Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby. Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received. We look forward to receiving your application! Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description which will state the main responsibilities that are required to carry out this role. Person Specification Qualifications MBBS or equivalent recognised medical qualification. Full medical registration with a license to practice. Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act (or within 6 to 12 months of the time of interview/assessment) or equivalent. Relevant higher degree, e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications. MRCPsych or equivalent. 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 three months of appointment. In good standing with GMC concerning warnings and conditions on practice. Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Knowledge of Risk Management. Knowledge of legislation, Department of Health Guidance and literature and its implications for clinical practice. Knowledge of NHS strategic vision in the Next Stage Review (High-Quality Care for All). Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge. Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Make decisions based on evidence and experience, including the contribution of others. Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Evidence of active participation in Continuous Professional Development. Evidence of effective multidisciplinary team involvement and experience. Knowledge of psychiatric provision. Commitment to and experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. Experience in carrying out a range of audit projects. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Experience in management. Ability to develop and use complex multimedia materials for presentation in public, professional and academic settings. Specific training qualification/certificate or attendance on a recognised teaching course. Peer review or research publications. Published audit or research projects. Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning Ability to take a clinical leadership role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality care. Ability to appraise own performance as a Specialty Doctor and reflect on development needs. Skills in providing consultation to other professional groups under New Ways of Working. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes. Ability to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post. Reflected on the purpose of CPD undertaken. 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. Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust £105,504 to £139,882 a year Plus £149 Fringe Allowance