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Overview Consultant Psychiatrist in North Cumbria CYPS - CNTW NHS Foundation Trust. This is a replacement Consultant Psychiatrist post (10 PA) for a CYPS psychiatrist to provide medical input into the community CYPS service located in North Cumbria. The post holder is expected to have total DCC of 7.5 PA and a 2.5 PA for SPA. This is a full-time post comprising 10 PA, including an SPA allocation of 2.5. Closing date: 04 March 2026 About the service North Cumbria Child and Young People Services (CYPS) aims to provide: Assessment and a comprehensive range of treatments for mental health disorders affecting children and young people aged 0-18 years Teaching, training and consultation to practitioners in universal, targeted and specialist services to support evidence-based mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention strategies Comprehensive treatment in all modalities (CAMHS/ ADHD/ Eating Disorder/ LD/ Crisis) under one roof ensuring holistic management You will join a well-established team of 2 other consultants, SAS doctors and higher and core resident doctors supporting CYPS. Main duties of the job The consultant role will be to manage cases from Core CAMHS, Children's LD and Crisis patients (including urgent assessments during working hours) and to participate in ADHD Diagnostic MDT meetings (Fridays). The post-holder is expected to: Participate in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the CYPS Be committed to delivering excellence in clinical care Work effectively with the multidisciplinary community team and in patient teams Promote the safety and well being of the patients we serve Respect the rights and dignity of patients Consider the individual and cultural needs of patients Work with families and carers in the best interest of the patient (in line with the Trust Carers' Charter) About us Why us? Up to £8k relocation package 30 days study leave (every 3 years) Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan Remote working available to suit service needs Dedicated and protected SPA time Focus on creating a healthy workforce with comprehensive wellbeing support Teaching and research opportunities available Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching Teaching opportunities in our Medical Education Centre Employee Excellence awards and other benefits including discounts As an added bonus, CNTW is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria, an area of outstanding natural beauty with national parks, heritage sites and great transport links. The area includes the Lake District National Park. Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details. Beyond delivering a high-quality clinical service, the consultant psychiatrist is expected to contribute to the strategic development of the team and broader services, working with the team manager and locality manager to steer service development in line with the organisation's values. The consultant psychiatrist is expected to carry a caseload of between 60-70 of the most complex cases, and will be available at short notice to provide consultation and advice to other team members. They are not required to act as care coordinator; a care coordinator will be allocated to any case under the consultant psychiatrist. There is also opportunity to participate in ongoing regional changes such as: Hope Haven - a 24/7 hub bringing together services under one roof and working with existing community support (one of six NHS England pilot centres launching April 2025) Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) - a collaboration between the University of Cumbria and Imperial College London to train doctors for the Cumbria community Please note we cannot sponsor GMC for this role. Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received. Person Specification Qualifications and Training MBBS (or equivalent) Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 Approved Clinician Status MRCPsych or equivalent qualification Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge Up-to-date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation Interest in liaison psychiatry demonstrated by experience, publications or presentations Experience Experience of multidisciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Experience in multiagency work with service users, carers and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills High level of clinical skills Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry Excellent teaching skills Ability to work in a time-efficient manner Clinical leadership experience Clinical teaching ability Training in specific treatment skills (e.g., brief psychological therapies) Personal Characteristics Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthy Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post Maturity, openness and flexibility Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year pro rata

Overview Consultant Psychiatrist in North Cumbria CYPS - CNTW NHS Foundation Trust. This is a replacement Consultant Psychiatrist post (10 PA) for a CYPS psychiatrist to provide medical input into the community CYPS service located in North Cumbria. The post holder is expected to have total DCC of 7.5 PA and a 2.5 PA for SPA. This is a full-time post comprising 10 PA, including an SPA allocation of 2.5. Closing date: 04 March 2026 About the service North Cumbria Child and Young People Services (CYPS) aims to provide: Assessment and a comprehensive range of treatments for mental health disorders affecting children and young people aged 0-18 years Teaching, training and consultation to practitioners in universal, targeted and specialist services to support evidence-based mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention strategies Comprehensive treatment in all modalities (CAMHS/ ADHD/ Eating Disorder/ LD/ Crisis) under one roof ensuring holistic management You will join a well-established team of 2 other consultants, SAS doctors and higher and core resident doctors supporting CYPS. Main duties of the job The consultant role will be to manage cases from Core CAMHS, Children's LD and Crisis patients (including urgent assessments during working hours) and to participate in ADHD Diagnostic MDT meetings (Fridays). The post-holder is expected to: Participate in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the CYPS Be committed to delivering excellence in clinical care Work effectively with the multidisciplinary community team and in-patient teams Promote the safety and well-being of the patients we serve Respect the rights and dignity of patients Consider the individual and cultural needs of patients Work with families and carers in the best interest of the patient (in line with the Trust Carers' Charter) About us Why us? Up to £8k relocation package 30 days study leave (every 3 years) Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan Remote working available to suit service needs Dedicated and protected SPA time Focus on creating a healthy workforce with comprehensive wellbeing support Teaching and research opportunities available Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching Teaching opportunities in our Medical Education Centre Employee Excellence awards and other benefits including discounts As an added bonus, CNTW is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria, an area of outstanding natural beauty with national parks, heritage sites and great transport links. The area includes the Lake District National Park. Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details. Beyond delivering a high-quality clinical service, the consultant psychiatrist is expected to contribute to the strategic development of the team and broader services, working with the team manager and locality manager to steer service development in line with the organisation's values. The consultant psychiatrist is expected to carry a caseload of between 60-70 of the most complex cases, and will be available at short notice to provide consultation and advice to other team members. They are not required to act as care co-ordinator; a care coordinator will be allocated to any case under the consultant psychiatrist. There is also opportunity to participate in ongoing regional changes such as: Hope Haven - a 24/7 hub bringing together services under one roof and working with existing community support (one of six NHS England pilot centres launching April 2025) Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) - a collaboration between the University of Cumbria and Imperial College London to train doctors for the Cumbria community Please note we cannot sponsor GMC for this role. Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received. Person Specification Qualifications and Training MBBS (or equivalent) Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 Approved Clinician Status MRCPsych or equivalent qualification Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge Up-to-date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation Interest in liaison psychiatry demonstrated by experience, publications or presentations Experience Experience of multidisciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Experience in multiagency work with service users, carers and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills High level of clinical skills Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry Excellent teaching skills Ability to work in a time-efficient manner Clinical leadership experience Clinical teaching ability Training in specific treatment skills (e.g., brief psychological therapies) Personal Characteristics Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthy Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post Maturity, openness and flexibility Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and requires submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year pro rata

We are seeking to recruit a full time Consultant for First Response Service across Mid Mersey and are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive colleague to provide dynamic leadership to the service and the Trust as a whole. This is a new full-time post based in Hollins Park Hospital. The post holder will work collaboratively with our Operational Manager, Clinical Service Manager and FRS Specialty doctor based in Clock View to provide leadership and clinical expertise to the First Response Service and ensure we deliver an excellent, responsive, and high-quality service. The post holder will also be supported, where appropriate, to develop a special interest in a clinical area, which meets the Trust objectives. The post holder will be responsible for the overall assessment, and management of patients presented to FRS in Mid Mersey by working closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including clinical service manager, advanced clinical practitioner, clinical lead, Operational Managers (Band 8A), dual diagnosis practitioners, mental health practitioners, assistant practitioners, assistant clinical psychologist, clinical psychologist, social workers and support workers. You will enjoy working as part of a highly skilled and motivated team to deliver excellent care. Main duties of the job Urgent reviews for the patients and to chair management planning meetings involving families, community and social care services. Clinical/managerial supervisor responsibilities for the specialty doctor based in FRS in Clock View Hospital. For Medic Assessments within team there are appointments available within office hours. They are first triaged by the clinical leads. Registered practitioners can speak to the medic on site or by phone to discuss acceptance of service users. Urgent Assessments are facilitated by the medic directly and via secretary. If an MHAA is required, this should be discussed with the clinical lead. Every opportunity should be actioned to support contact with the service user. This includes telephone contacts, home visit, discussion with family or carers, prior to application to careline, in order to gain as much clinical or collateral information as possible. Consultant psychiatrist responsibility for FRS across Mid Mersey. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for patients referred to FRS as in outpatient and community assessment. Support FRS staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. Conduct patient reviews, and mental health act assessments, and attend multi-professional meetings. Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out assessments. Ensure compliance with our clinical governance framework, you will motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity and drive continuous improvement. About us Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Job responsibilities Clinical duties of post holder: Consultant psychiatrist responsibility for FRS across Mid Mersey. Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for patients referred to FRS as in outpatient and community assessment. Support FRS staff to manage psychiatric emergencies. Conduct patient reviews, and mental health act assessments, and attend multi-professional meetings. To carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trusts risk management processes such as Health Risk Assessment and Management Meetings (H-RAMM) and Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangement (MAPPA) Meetings. To provide medical leadership to the FRS team. Liaise with families / carers. Liaise with aspects of the Criminal Justice System regarding patients. Liaise with other stakeholders and interested parties. The post holder will be expected to maintain effective communication with other services, including in-patient and community mental health teams, crisis services, and primary care. Provide clinical/educational supervision to junior colleagues, NMP and AP. To attend daily safety huddle and multidisciplinary team meetings. The Trust has a number of medical management roles and encourages medical staff to participate in these. Likewise, medical staff are encouraged to participate in the wider discussion forums within the Trust and join committees/working parties in other areas. Support is provided within job plans to undertake these roles. The post holder will be expected to participate in the Consultant on call rota covering all specialties apart from CAMHS and Forensic services in the Warrington, Halton, St Helens & Knowsley areas. Please see job description for further details. Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. CCT or CESR in General Adult or Old Age Psychiatry. Additional clinical qualifications. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 6 months of appointment. Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment. In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice. Transport Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative. Clinical Skills, Knowledge & Experience Excellent knowledge in specialty. Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others. Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Academic Skills & Lifelong learning Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training. Ability to work in and lead team. Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development. Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes. Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post. Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken. Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation. Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications. Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £109,725 to £145,478 a yearper annum, plus 10% R&R (non contractual) & on call supplement

Go back Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Principal Clinical Psychologist The closing date is 09 March 2026 Do you have a passion for supporting the CAMHS/psychological workforce to deliver best-practice care to children and young people with mental health difficulties? Do you thrive in multi-disciplinary settings where psychological skills and expertise are highly valued? Working in a very friendly and dynamic CAMHS Service, we have an exciting part-time opportunity for an experienced Clinical Psychologist based mainly in our Core CAMHS Chesterfield bases with some linking to our Buxton Core CAMHS Team also. This exciting post includes direct clinical work with young people with more complex needs in Core CAMHS. The post will also include indirect lead roles with supporting and co ordinating clinical supervision processes, and co ordinating and delivery of the Psychology Consultation Offer across the Service. Our Service has 10 teams with excellent track records working closely together, with lots of opportunities for gaining different experiences to develop your portfolio. Our internal training programme for staff is positively rated and clinical supervision practice is highly valued. We value the diversity of our clinicians, and the different skill sets that they bring. We offer flexible working and have a special leave policy. We welcome applications from candidates who might be looking for less than the advertised 30 hours or possibly a job share option. We have well established links with the training courses and regularly have trainees on placement. Main duties of the job As an experienced Clinical Psychologist in Core CAMHS you will: Provide specialist psychological/therapy based assessments, formulations and interventions for children and young people with the most complex need in Core CAMHS and take a lead role in the provision of services to this client group Provide a significant leadership role along with the Team Leads for Core CAMHS. Provide specialist knowledge, expert advice and support the delivery of evidence based therapeutic interventions. Manage and help the development of other Clinical Psychologists, Trainee Clinical Psychologists and Assistant Psychologists. Offer training and clinical supervision to CAMHS Professionals Carry out complex neuropsychological and neurodevelopmental assessments as appropriate, particularly where there is co morbidity and/or complexity to the presentation Be a member of a multi disciplinary service and contribute to team and service developments. Across the service you will: Lead and co ordinate and deliver the Psychology Consultation Offer to CAMHS professionals. Lead and co ordinate the Clinical Supervision processes About us We are firmly rooted in the founding principles of the NHS, and we have built on this by "Leading the Chesterfield Way", and with our Proud to CARE values. This means leading with care, openness, integrity and embedding an inclusive culture. We know that people have a life and responsibilities outside of work and we offer flexibility and a whole raft of support to care for your physical and mental wellbeing. This role is hugely important to us and we look forward to hearing from you. Our main hospital base is on a greenfield site with abundant countryside, lovely views, beautiful landscaping and outdoor gym it's easy to access green space at break times which offers an opportunity to de stress. We also have a newer base located near the local train station. Both sites are in the historic market town of Chesterfield, and on the doorstep of Sheffield, a vibrant, multi cultural/cosmopolitan city; and are easily accessible from the M1 and the A61. Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required. Please find out more about our service at camhsnorthderbyshire.nhs.uk Follow us on Facebook and on Person Specification Qualifications and Training Doctoral Qualification in Clinical Psychology HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist Additional relevant training post doctorate Training in a CAMHS specific evidence based therapy e.g. CBT, IPT, DBT, Systemic) Experience Ability to work professionally and co operatively in multi disciplinary team Significant experience in working therapeutically with children and young people with mental health difficulties, and families in a community setting Experience of working with people who present with significant risks to either themselves or others Experience of effective delivery of clinical supervision with psychologists Experience of offering consultation to other professionals Experience of carrying out complex psychological assessments with young people Writing concise psychological reports. Leadership roles or experience Experience of identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns in clinical practice CAMHS specific experience Experience of working with young people with neurodiversity Experience of working with people with complex trauma and attachment difficulties. Contribution to service evaluations, projects or research in the mental health field Experience of supervising other clinicians"+ "

Go back Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Senior Mental Health Practitioner CAMHS Eating Disorder Service The closing date is 09 March 2026 We are launching an exciting new service acrossHerefordshire and Worcestershire: Eating Disorder Intensive Support at Home(ED-ISH). We require a Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join thisinnovative new service. You will be part of an integrated, multidisciplinaryteam passionate about supporting young people with eating difficulties. We requireexperienced senior clinicians with a specialist interest in eating disorders,who can deliver time-limited, intensive, person-centred interventions withinthe young persons home environment. The service aims to provide timely,effective care in the least restrictive setting, helping to prevent unnecessaryhospital or Tier 4 admissions, support earlier discharge from acute paediatricwards working collaboratively with keyworkers. This role offers a hybrid modelof working across both counties, with flexible working options available.Additional training in eating disorders will be provided where required. These are full time roles Main duties of the job Therole will require: Qualification in RMN, BSc/DipSW, BSc OT, RSCN Experience in assessment and management of children and young people with mental health and eating disorders presentation,clinical risk and managing own case load. The ability to communicate effectively withothers at all levels, respecting and valuing others. Working flexibly to provide the service deliveryneed across Worcestershire and Herefordshire (the service operates from 8 am - 8pm, Monday to Friday, weekends 9-5pm on a rota basis) A senior clinician who is able to work withhigh-risk young people, providing high levels of therapeutic care The ability to work autonomously to manage yourown case load whilst working within a multi-disciplinary team The ability to problem solve and manage timeeffectively Experience of working in a fast paced and variedenvironment There is scope for professional development as developingour workforce is important to us. About us At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities. What we offer; 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours Flexible and agile working opportunities Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support Wide range of supportive staff networks Health and wellbeing opportunities If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite. We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes. Sharingyour data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data topursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey fromyou (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gainedinterest in working for the Trust. Job responsibilities As a member of the CAMHS Eating Disorder service and an employeeof our Trust you will benefit from: Working within asupportive and valued team of professionals High qualityregular clinical and Line Management supervision Robust appraisals Access tolearning forums Formulation andweekly MDT Meetings ContinuousProfessional Development and training opportunities CareerProgression opportunities Flexible working,allowing you to maintain work-life balance Access to LGBT,BAME, Disability and Carers Forums Wellbeing andsupport programmes A wide range ofNHS discounts For full details of the duties and criteriafor the role please refer to the job description and person specificationattached. Person Specification Skills & Abilities Ability to challenge poor behaviour A positive attitude and able to act on feedback Ability to praise and be supportive to others Highly developed and effective communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to communicate complex, highly personal, and sensitive information. Advanced ability to develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship, appropriately with young people and their families. Able to communicate effectively within the team and build good sound working relationships Good presentation and teaching skills; able to use multi-media materials for both formal large group situations and small informal settings Ability to use IT equipment including literature searches, data bases, patient information systems Able to project-manage changes in relation to clinical practice and/or governance and operational issues Able to prioritise own work and deal with competing demands to work effectively, within a highly stressed work environment Committed to promote patients right, independence, and choice e.g., through informed consent for interventions Able to manage change through influence, persuasion, and good interpersonal relationships. Able to think strategically; to consider the wider picture for developing specialist services long term and planning developments, which may impact across services Additional Criteria Able to meet the daily travel requirements of the post across both counties. Able to work independently Able to work as a member of a team Awareness of personal strengths and limitations Able to work during the week from 8am until 8pm (working 7.5hrs per day) and weekends 9-5pm, rota basis pro rata Experience Extensive post registration experience in mental health care including mental health assessment and risk assessment Use of therapeutic interventions within mental health settings i.e., 1:1, counselling, family therapy and group work Delivering teaching/training Providing consultation Working in inpatient settings Providing care in CAMHS community settings Developing a specialist area on behalf of the Service/ or local Team Developing policies and protocols Working in a multi-disciplinary Team Qualifications Evidence of post registered clinical qualifications/training or be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of training to a minimum of post graduate diploma level Current registration with relevant professional body I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer. Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, eating disorders. Knowledge Working knowledge of Health Service Knowledge gained from working in a CAMHS community setting Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health Good clinical knowledge of eating disorders A good knowledge of own professional guidelines such as NMC/HCPC Understanding of a range of communication styles when working with children and families in distress Hold an interest in a specialist area Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 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. Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Go back Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust The closing date is 05 March 2026 This is a brilliant opportunity for a dedicated Registered Nurse with an interest in Education to develop and support the practice based education of the Nursing workforce within the MFT CAMHS service. You'll be working with Core services within a community setting, training and upskilling the workforce to allow continuing improvement to standards of care. You will lead on Induction, appraisal, revalidation and participate in audit and research. You'll be assessing current skill mix, highlighting where further support is required to ensure the workforce is fit for purpose. We'll rely on you to ensure the workforce has achieved an agreed set of competencies and supporting staff where necessary. This is a varied and extremely rewarding split role, contributing to the education of students, supporting current staff, partnership with local higher education institutions and enabling change through a quality improvement framework, alongside offering clinical assessment of patients with mental health and neurodiversity needs. There are 5 Core Services within MFT CAMHS. You will be aligned to support Central CAMHS Service. You will have experience in either a mental health or paediatric setting. Wherever your interests lie, we'll support you to develop your skills to become an expert in your field. Main duties of the job With current NMC registration alongside a relevant teaching qualification, such as Mentorship or Education in Practice, you will undertake competency assessments. The post is for 3 days working as a Clinical Educator. Support recruitment and attraction As Clinical Educator you will contribute to the development and delivery of the induction and probation programme. Using your knowledge of practice based education, you will contribute to the development of the student placement programme, liaising with higher education institutions and the wider Education Team Using your experience of working within a nursing team, you'll undertake skill mix analysis and formulate plans for ongoing education, in collaboration with the Service Manager and wider Education Team. Dedicated to providing an environment that encourages learning, you'll undertake audits, participate in research and ensure any learning is shared with the wider multi-disciplinary team. As part of the Clinical Educator role, you'll oversee and audit supervision, appraisal and revalidation. You will contribute to the development of training, ensuring standards are met and informing trust policy. About us Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application-especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions-is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Person Specification Qualifications First level registration RN (child) RSCN or Registered RMN RN (MH) or LD Nurse, and SW Evidence of CPD in relevant speciality Evidence of level 6 studies Relevant teaching qualification Qualified to function as mentor for pre-registration students Qualification relevant to speciality Leadership qualification or course Knowledge Clinically competent within clinical area / speciality Awareness of clinical governance process Training and Experience Significant experience working as a Registered Practitioner with CAMHS experience Evidence of professional leadership Evidence of multidisciplinary / multiagency working. Experience of clinical audit Experience of research activities 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. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust £38,682 to £46,580 a yearPer annum (pro rata)

Go back Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Clinical Psychologist The closing date is 03 December 2025 Are you an experienced clinician looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to lead the development of psychological care delivery in Milton Keynes CAMHS? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fixed term contract to cover for maternity leave. Our multi-disciplinary, clinician-lead team is looking for applications from highly motivated and enthusiastic Applied Psychologists with experience in CAMHS, who are committed to delivering specialist, multi-disciplinary, patient-focused care and provide person-centred treatments. Main duties of the job We are looking for a qualified and highly motivated Clinical Psychologist. We expect you to have an avid interest as well as some experience in working with children, young people and their families. Successful applicants will be responsible for the provision of specialist psychology services to children & young people meeting eligibility criteria for CAMHS. They will provide specialist psychological assessment of people referred to the service and deliver evidence based individual and group treatment to outpatients. Successful applicants will support the leadership structure within the team through participation in clinical risk management, audit, service evaluation and research. About us We are passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patients own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people. We're always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee were hoping to find our future leaders and well support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings. Job responsibilities To provide a specialist Clinical Psychology service to children and families within the MK Specialist CAMHS: To undertake high quality direct (assessment and therapeutic) and indirect (consultative, advisory and evaluative) specialist psychological interventions taking substantial professional responsibility. To undertake psychologically based risk assessment and risk management for relevant clients and to provide advice on the psychological aspects of risk to the multi-disciplinary team. To ensure the clinical effectiveness of own practice and of service functioning by undertaking audit, research and development activities relevant to the service area. For further detailed information about this post please see attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Current registration with HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist. Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology, as accredited by the BPS. Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice (e.g. CBT, Behaviour Therapy, DBT), and family based interventions such as parenting work.) Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology. Post-qualification of DBT Intensive Training and/or trauma training Experience Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings. Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse. Demonstrate additional specialist training/experience including having practiced as a specialist clinical/counselling psychologist , and having received regular supervision from an appropriately qualified Clinical Psychologist; or met alternative criteria agreed by the Consultant Lead Clinical Psychologist. Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision. Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients. Knowledge Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration. Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS. Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups. Doctorate level knowledge of psychological research methodology, research design and complex, mutivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology. Knowledge of child/ young people legislation, safeguarding children & its implications for both clinical practice & professional management in relation to the client group & mental health Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc). Able to conduct ADHD assessments. High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health. 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. Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust £55,690 to £62,682 a yearper annum pro rata

Clinical Psychologist/Psychology Practitioner North Bedfordshire Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Clinical Psychologist/Practitioner Psychologist. CAMHS Adolescent Mental Health Team / Alternative to Admission Pathway Band8b 37.5 hours per week - permanent Do you want to be a valued member of a diverse and dynamic mental health team working with young people and families? We are a range of professionals who know the importance of bringing together our different skills and experience to work together to meet the needs of our service users, and we are looking for a psychologist who would like to join us in meeting that challenge. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will be located within our North Bedfordshire clinic working with families with a specific emphasis on adolescents with complex, severe and enduring mental health problems. This varied role will include the provision of specialist advice/consultation/formulation, psychological assessment, liaison with other agencies, psychological interventions, clinical supervision and teaching of staff and/or students. Psychologists make a major contribution within the team, the wider CAMH service in Bedfordshire and holding senior positions within the Trust leadership, shaping clinical strategy and service delivery at all levels. For our successful candidate there will be opportunities for individual development, in terms of clinical and leadership skills and experience. We would support time spent in our other specialist clinical areas (such as Looked After Children, Eating Disorders and the Neurodevelopmental Team) for those interested in varying and progressing their clinical experience. Our clinically-led service is strongly committed to continuously improving the experience and quality of care we offer our families. We encourage curiosity and innovation in our clinicians in our ambition to do the very best for our service users. About us Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. ELFT has long been recognised as a centre of excellence for mental and health care, innovation and improvement. It is a very exciting time for you to come and work for us. Job responsibilities We are looking for someone who is an experienced clinical psychologist with a substantial knowledge in the field of child and adolescent mental health and who is confident working with adolescent mental health and crisis/risk management. We are looking for someone who is an experienced clinical psychologist with a substantial knowledge in the field of child and adolescent mental health and who is confident working with adolescent mental health and crisis/risk management. Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Postgraduate Training in Clinical Psychology leading to Practitioner Psychologist Registration with the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology. Leadership/Management training. Post qualification training in Eating Disorders; Complex Mental health presentations in adolescence and / or CBT with children and adolescents Post qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice. Experience Substantial post-qualification experience of working within an NHS CAMHS service as a clinical psychologist. Experience within the specialty of child and adolescent clinical psychology - assessed experience of working at a Band 8a level in child and adolescent mental health. Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, in patient and residential care settings. Experience of liaison and joint work with other statutory, including Social Services and Education, and voluntary agencies, including crisis management. Experience of the application of psychology and delivering services in different cultural contexts. Experience of teaching, training and professional and clinical supervision. Experience of assessing adolescents for psychotherapy including risk assessment. Experience of providing CBT interventions to patients with complex problems. Experience of delivering NICE compliant psychological interventions to young people with eating disorders. Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified care co ordinator and also within the context of a multi disciplinary care plan. Experience of providing clinical supervision. Experience of using clinical outcome measures. Experience of management responsibilities. Experience of implementing PROMs and PREMs across a service. Experience of receiving expert clinical supervision in conducting cognitive assessments with adolescents presenting with complex mental health needs. Experience of professional management of qualified and pre qualified clinical psychologist. Experience of representing the profession in policy and academic forums. Knowledge & Skills Doctorate level knowledge of clinical psychology including highly developed knowledge of lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the health and welfare of children and adolescents and mental health. Specialist knowledge highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy especially as relevant to adolescents and their families. Specialist knowledge - Complex Cases highly developed knowledge of severe child and adolescent mental health problems, including comprehensive multi-disciplinary assessment, systems of psychiatric classification and intervention. Highly developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies for complex presentations in adolescence e.g., psychosis, OCD, eating disorders, severe depression, neuro developmental disorders and their assessment, dual diagnosis. Communication & Relationship skills A high level ability to communicate effectively at both a written and oral level complex, highly technical and clinically sensitive information to adolescent clients, their families, carers and a wide range of lay and professional persons within and outside the NHS. Able to use highly specialist skills of empathy and diplomacy to overcome significant barriers to understanding and acceptance often in a highly emotive and sometimes hostile atmosphere. Able to provide consultation to other professional and non-professional groups. Analytical & judgemental skills Able to draw upon a broad theoretical knowledge base in the analysis of highly complex facts or situations to arrive at appropriate formulations. Able to compare and select from a range of treatment options, based on formulation. Planning and organisational skills Able to initiate, flexibly plan, organise and prioritise a broad range of complex activities or programmes over time. Competence and confidence in the selection and administration of cognitive and neuropsychological test equipment. Information resources: Able to record and report on clinical information as required. Competent in use of advanced IT packages in addition to word processing, e.g., SPSS. Ability to develop content and use complex multi media materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings. Research & Guidance Masters or Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis and qualitative research techniques. Up to date knowledge of psychological research and national guidance relevant to the client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice with this client group. Cultural awareness Aware of the potential impact of discrimination & disadvantage on mental health. Able to provide a cultural competent service. Flexibility Able to be flexible and adapt approach according to need. Able to accommodate disruption to plans owing to the often crisis nature of the acute working environment. Formal training in Clinical supervision. Record of providing training and supervision to others to widen the availability of CBT. Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS. Able to innovate on the basis of theoretical knowledge. Developed knowledge in the application of psychological approaches to work with adolescents with emerging personality disorders. Formal training in Management Skills. Crisis management and skills for promoting helpful reflection amongst the clinical team. Knowledge of adapting therapies for adolescents and presentations, including working with young people on the Autistic Spectrum. . click apply for full job details

Consultant Psychiatrist in Community Adult Eating Disorders The service has gone through expansion over the past 5 years, incorporating FREED early intervention, establishing treatment pathways with broadening of BMI criteria. Our comprehensive MDT includes Clinical Psychologists, Specialist Nurses, CBT therapists, Specialist Dieticians, Occupational Therapist/s, Peer Support Workers, Admin Team including full-time Medical Secretary and shared with 0.8 WTE Consultant Psychiatrist. The team are also currently training an ACP Practitioner. We have close working relationships with the North and South Derbyshire CAMHS Eating Disorders Services, links with Gastroenterology at Chesterfield Royal Hospital and Derby Royal Hospital (incorporating joint Gastro-ED clinics) and colleagues from local specialist inpatient units and the regional collaborative provider network. We also have close links with a local third sector charity, First Steps. We have a supportive ED-Cons peer group within this network as well as strong working relationships with ED colleagues nationally. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will take a key role in the department and they will be working and supporting current and future service developments. Clinical responsibilities for treating and managing pts with eating disorder working closely with the Derbyshire ED MDT, GPs, Gastroenterology and SEDU colleagues. Contribution to quality improvement and service development Developing teaching and training regarding Eating Disorders We support the training of Medical Students, Higher Trainees with Special Interest placements, and development of Advanced Clinical Practitioner. We are proactive in supporting individuals who have received care and recovered, to take on clinical support or educational roles in our team and within the Trust. We train with and contribute to the National Whole-Team ED Training Programme. The successful candidate would be offered the opportunity to complete the RCPsych ED Credential as well as to access ongoing mentoring/supervision to support their work within Eating Disorders. About us You will join a team of experienced and supportive colleagues who share good camaraderie and excellent working relationships. The Trust is committed to its vision to make a positive difference in people's lives by improving health and wellbeing. Derbyshire offers a blend of city and country living; it has some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The Trust offers up to £8000 in relocation expenses. We have a generous study budget and an excellent in-house CPD program as well. We encourage potential candidates to contact us and we will be happy to arrange an informal visit. Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'. CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the Trust." Benefits include: Commitment to flexible working where this is possible 33 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 35 days after 7 years Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7 Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Fully registered with GMC with license Approved clinician status Skills Excellent knowledge of speciality Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA Ability to work in and lead a team Participated in research and service provision 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 Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Lead