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A leading mental health provider in the UK is seeking a Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist for Aberbeeg Hospital. This role involves providing strategic leadership and expert clinical oversight in a forensic mental health setting, ensuring high standards of care for individuals within the criminal justice system. Responsibilities include overseeing the clinical management of caseloads, providing specialist advice, and leading service development projects. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and a strong background in forensic services, along with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Consultant Psychiatrist Closing date: 16 December 2025 We are the Defence Mental Health Services (DMHS) and we are searching for a professional, motivated Psychiatrist to join our encouraging and friendly team at Venning Barracks, Donnington. DMHS operates under Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), an inclusive organisation dedicated to providing excellent care to entitled personnel. DPHC's role is to deliver a safe, effective and efficient healthcare service that maximises the fitness of Service personnel for task. As a Consultant Psychiatrist you will be responsible for delivering recovery based care to Service Personnel (SP) and entitled civilians. You will provide timely assessment, treatment, and occupational recommendations that meet individual and Chain of Command (CoC) needs. Main Duties Provide high quality, evidence based interventions as part of a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) to maximise the number of personnel fit for role. Maintain responsibility for patients throughout the care process, including referrals to regional services. Collaborate with patients, families, and significant others as appropriate. Liaise with the inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist at the Inpatient Service Provider (ISP) and attend ward rounds at the ISP as required. Use highly developed communication skills to engage with people and understand their personal and sensitive difficulties. Responsibilities Carry a compact caseload of complex and unstable cases, while remaining available for short notice consultation and advice to team members. Provide advice on a case-by case basis, ensuring timely access to services. Work within the business driven targets: average 10 new referrals weekly, urgent cases within one working day, routine cases within 15 working days. Adhere to best practice guidelines and maintain the safety, effectiveness and quality of care. Maintain professional development and participate in case conferences. Qualifications & Registrations Full GMC registration with licence to practice. Member or Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (or equivalent) based on a foundation medical degree. Complete GMC CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) and be on the Specialist Register. Trainees within 6 months of receiving their CCST may apply, provided all qualifications are held in full prior to commencing. Certificate of Specialist Training or equivalent in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry. Other Requirements Successful candidates must meet security requirements and provide evidence of Hepatitis B immunity. All new Civil Service employees are subject to a 6 month probation period. Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered. Disclosure and Barring Service check required. Compensation £72,840 to £81,360 per annum (pro rata for part time). NHS pension scheme available. Equal Opportunities The Ministry of Defence embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. A Disability Confident Scheme is available for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

This is a part-time Consultant Psychiatrist role at Spring Wood Lodge Hospital, which is part of Elysium Healthcare. The hospital provides treatment for women with mental disorders, including personality disorders, and has a range of rehabilitation and PICU services. The successful candidate will join the established multidisciplinary team and take on the responsibilities of a Consultant/Responsible Clinician, including leading ward rounds, risk reviews, and contributing to the development of the service. Main duties of the job As the Part-time Consultant Psychiatrist (2-3 days/week), you will join the established multidisciplinary team at Spring Wood Lodge. The service has 25 beds across Three wards providing treatment for women with mental disorders including personality disorders. The service has Two Level 2 Rehabilitation wards (Bronte Ward and Byron Ward) and a 6 bed PICU service for women (Blake Ward) which provides emergency care for those experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis. You will act as a Consultant / Responsible Clinician for patients in this setting, with responsibilities including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews, and contributing to the development of a therapeutic milieu. You will also fulfill the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983), offer a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team, and contribute to management and clinical governance meetings. About us Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities and autism services in the UK. With over 8,000 employees and a network of over 90 services across England and Wales, Elysium Healthcare is part of the global Ramsay Health Care group, which operates in 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide. Elysium Healthcare is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment, and follows safer recruitment practices. Job responsibilities Are you a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience working with people in inpatient settings who may be treated under the Mental Health Act provisions? Are you interested / experienced in providing treatment for women who may have suffered trauma and are affected by mental disorders? If so, then join the team at Spring Wood Lodge Hospital! As the Part-time Consultant Psychiatrist (2-3 days/week) you will join the established multidisciplinary team at Spring Wood Lodge. The service has 25 beds across Three wards providing treatment for women with mental disorders including personality disorders. The service has Two Level 2 Rehabilitation wards (Bronte Ward and Byron Ward) and a 6 bed PICU service for women (Blake Ward) which provides emergency care for those experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis.The wards are well supported by a full complement of multidisciplinary team. You will act as a Consultant / Responsible Clinician for patients in this setting. You will have CCT in General Adult or Forensic psychiatry and experience of working with and leading multidisciplinary teams. You will be part of an environment that specialises in providing rehabilitation utilising positive behavioural support principles and empowering service users in their recovery. Nestled in the picturesque town of Guiseley on the outskirts of Leeds, Spring Wood Lodge is surrounded by stunning countryside. Nearby, there is access to a wealth of community amenities, including retail parks, cafes, restaurants, a leisure centre, a local library and an array of shops. Your responsibilities will include: Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu. Fulfilling the role of Responsible Clinician to patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983). Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of patients. Contributing to management meetings and clinical governance meetings for the services provided at the hospital, and contributing to the development of service strategy. Contributing to in-house training programmes within the services and offering supervision to other members of the multi-disciplinary team, particularly junior medical staff. Maintaining CPD and re-validation requirements, as determined by the Royal College of Psychiatrists or other relevant statutory bodies. To be successful in this role, you will: Be medically qualified, MRC Psych or equivalent Be innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate corporate decisions Have essential understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health Have substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, knowledge of and experience in purchaser/provider contractual issues Have previous Consultant experience in a management role WhatYou'llGet At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Competitive annual salary £5000 car allowance (Pro rata) 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off! A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Voluntary benefits Medical indemnity cover Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Free Meals and onsite parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health,Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Person Specification Qualifications You will be medically qualified, with MRC Psych or equivalent, and have substantial experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist, including in a management role. You will have an essential understanding of current developments in psychiatry and mental health, as well as knowledge of relevant legislation, change management, and purchaser/provider contractual issues. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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

Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Adults Psychiatry This is an opportunity to join a well-established mental health care for older persons community mental health team (MHCOP CMHT) in Newham. The post holder will work alongside another substantive full-time consultant. The CMHT provides comprehensive and multidisciplinary community mental health care to frail and older persons. The diagnostic memory clinic is co-located, closely aligned to the CMHT but has separate consultant leadership. 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. Job responsibilities To provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and medical management of patients, by delivering the following interventions: Comprehensive psychiatric assessments, with development of care plans, taking into accountpatients' capabilities, strengths and resilience Mental state examination Clinical diagnosis Initiation and reviews of pharmacological treatments To lead multi-disciplinary assessment, formulation and management of individual's risk Physical health assessments Referrals to other services (medical referrals, diagnostic tests, forensic services) Liaison with GP, community and forensic services Reviews of clinical progress and care plans Assessment of readiness for transfer to less restrictive setting and discharge planning Safeguarding planning processes Consultation and liaison with families and carers Liaison with the criminal justice system, police, Courts and probation when required for the careand management of patients For further information relating to this vacancy please see attached job description and person specification. Person Specification 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 (older adult or dual older adult/adult) Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment MRCPsych or equivalent Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Skills/Abilities Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertaintyAbility and commitment to work with service users in service development and delivery Formal leadership/management training Knowledge Excellent knowledge of operation of acute adult and older adult mental health service An understanding of relevant Government guidelines, targets and legislation Understanding of social care structures relevant to older adults Excellent knowledge of mental health and capacity law, in particular application of the MCA 2005 Clinical experinece Excellent experience of operation of older adult mental health service Assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health and psychological disorders with evidence-based interventions Assessment of cognitive impairment and diagnosis of dementia and delirium Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Experience of contributing and/or leading on service planning, development 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.

Notice WA Health has transitioned to a new online recruitment system, Corporate Recruitment Advertising Management System (CRAMS), which has replaced the previous system, Recruitment Advertising Management System (RAMS). If this is your first application using this new platform, an account will be automatically registered for you as you submit your first application. This platform, and your user account, is separate to the retired RAMS platform, and therefore requires different login details. If you have any questions or difficulties, please direct your queries to the contact person listed on the job advert that brought you to this site. Salary Salary: MP Year 1-9 $321,258 - $417,020 p.a. pro rata or MP Year 1-9 $615.83 - $799.40 per session Location Location: Mount Claremont Unit/Division Unit/Division: North Metropolitan Health Service - North Metropolitan Mental Health Service Work Type Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time, Casual, Sessional Do you want to be part of a team that delivers high-quality forensic mental health care and has a passion for making a difference? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further. This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time, Casual and Sessional appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency for Fixed Term and Sessional appointments. We currently have a variety of vacancies available for filling immediately, and are actively recruiting for the following areas within Forensic Psychiatry: Child and Adolescent Adult Area Profile The State Forensic Mental Health Service in Western Australia provides a range of evidence-based interventions and treatments to clients with complex and challenging behaviours, risks and presentations across the state. The multidisciplinary service works in partnership with the Department of Justice, Department of Attorney General and other health providers and includes: Admitted Services (The Frankland Centre and Dryandra Ward) Community Forensic Mental Health Service (CFMHS) Criminal Law Mental Impairment (CLMI) functions Mental Health Court (Start Court) Children's Court Program (Links) Child and Adolescent Forensic Service (CAFS) Youth Detention Neurodevelopmental and Mental Health Service For more information on the State Forensic Mental Health Services within NMHS, you can visit their website. The North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) provides a range of health services across the northern suburbs of Perth, including hospitals, community health centres, and specialised mental health services. NMHS is committed to delivering high-quality care and support to the community, with a focus on mental health, public health, and dental services. NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Care to apply for this role. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact: Peter Wynn Owen on About this role The positions are responsible for the psychiatric assessment and treatment of persons under their direct care across the State Forensic Mental Health Services including Admitted, Community, Prisons, Consultation-Liaison and Court services. The role will provide clinical leadership, coordination, and direction to a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to delivering evidence based best practice treatment. The role involves evaluating the provision of person-centred care coordination, within a recovery orientated model. Additionally, the Consultant Psychiatrist will supervise Trainee Psychiatrists, participate in teaching and research activities, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. The role reports to the Head of Service - Consultant Psychiatrist and oversees multiple positions. What we are looking for A highly capable and values-driven individual to join our fantastic team at State Forensic Mental Health Service. You will be a driven and innovative individual whose actions, interactions and partnerships achieve high quality patient care. You will have the opportunity to embody the NMHS Values and make a real difference by providing safe quality care through expertise and teamwork. While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values. What we offer In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: Generous salary packaging Diverse and inclusive culture Discounted public transport A smokefree environment Flexible leave arrangements Paid study leave Flexible working arrangements Professional and location-based allowances NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. Want to know more about this role? We encourage you to contact: Peter Wynn Owen on . We think you'll like it here Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say. Ready to join our team? Applicants are required to apply online at , so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours. Note During the application you will be required to select your preferred specialty for working at the State Forensic Mental Health Service. Optionally, you may indicate a second specialty preference. Your application should include A covering letter outlining your suitability for this position, in no more than 2 pages. A copy of your resume summarising your experience and achievements relevant to this position. The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor. NMHS will only accept applications that are lodged with the express permission of the applicant and containing all necessary information, including personal contact details. We will not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies and/or search firms and we will not pay fees to any such organisation unless arranged with the provider prior to advertising a vacancy. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract. Other Conditions This is an 'open-ended' recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted: The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/05/2027. For applicants from United Kingdom (UK), please see link to the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists - accelerated pathway to fellowship for information Accelerated pathway RANZCP. Some positions in SFMHS are subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: Lodgement System generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. We look forward to receiving your application. We look forward to receiving your application.

We are seeking an experienced full-time Associate Specialist who will work at Cygnet Hospital Bierley and provide psychiatric care on Shelley Ward, our 16 bed male low secure forensic unit. Main duties of the job Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women. The hospital is set across four wards offering single sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework. Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach. The multi disciplinary teams at the hospital work with service users to help people with acute, medium and long term psychotic illnesses and challenging behaviour regain their independence and move from low secure facilities, to open acute and intensive community rehabilitation, including others within the Cygnet family of hospitals in northern England. The hospital itself is not far from the M62 and close to Bradford. As a purpose built building, there are a range of therapeutic and social spaces including a gym, IT classroom, activities of daily living (ADL) kitchen, sensory room, outdoor enclosed courtyards and a multi purpose art room. All service users have their own en suite bedroom. About us Cygnet has been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Job Title: Specialist Psychiatry Post (fixed term post for 6 months) Professionally Accountable to: Consultant Psychiatrist Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager Salary up to: £100,000 per year depending on experience and qualifications The unit provides recovery based treatment for men whose mental health needs result in continuing and ongoing disturbed or challenging behaviour and who may have a dual diagnosis. Many of the service users have a significant forensic history and require close liaison with external agencies including the Ministry of Justice and MAPPA. The aim of the service is to support individuals to transition towards independent living, or the least restrictive environment which may include step down to a locked or open rehabilitation setting as the next stage in their recovery. The service benefits from true multi disciplinary input including a Consultant Psychiatrist, Forensic Psychologist, Occupational Therapist and Social Worker. Job responsibilities Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking, mental state and physical examination of newly admitted patients. Carry out assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit. Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required. Participate and chair when necessary weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings. Maintain full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions. Prepare discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines. Attend all mandatory training as necessary. Communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintain appropriate reports. Qualifications Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified. A minimum of 6 years experience of psychiatry. Section 12 Approved. Knowledgeable with regards to the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity. An excellent communicator who is able to work as part of a multi disciplinary team. Experience of Forensic psychiatry is highly desirable as is membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply - if you require further information or wish to discuss the post informally please email to request a call back from the medical director (). 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. £100,000 a year(Depending on experience)

Job summary This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team of diverse, talented healthcare professionals to deliver care that is not only efficient but deeply centred on the patient. This newly created post, funded to expand our prison health services, will require working across two Category C prisons - HMP Erlestoke and HMP Guy's Marsh - to transform the lives of complex mental health patients. Main duties of the job The post holder will work across HMP Erlestoke and HMP Guy's Marsh, providing medical leadership to the mental health in reach teams at each site. The role involves assessment and management of conditions that require pharmacological input, primarily chronic psychotic illness, mood disorders and ADHD, within a trauma informed care model alongside substance misuse services. Clinical work is mainly outpatient in the prison health department; prisoners may also be transferred under the Mental Health Act or required for assessment on the prison wing. The Consultant will maintain s12(2) approval for such assessments. About us Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environments. Our 4,300 staff work in hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and homes. We operate across the South of England, including London boroughs and former counties Kent, and run prisons in Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values: We're Kind We're Fair We Listen We Care Job responsibilities Clinical duties of post holder The post holder will be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register in Forensic, General Adult, Learning Disability or Addictions Psychiatry. Lead the Mental Health In reach Team at the prisons, assessing and reviewing prisoners and collaborating with MDTs and prisoners to formulate management plans integrated into individualised care plans. Actively involve or lead MDT meetings. Ensure treatment of patients meets NICE, Royal College of Psychiatrists and GMC standards. Act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for Mental Health Act assessments when required. Liaise with external services to arrange CPAs, after care plans or hospital transfers and coordinate with police, probation and other agencies. Provide expert advice and guidance for individuals with complex mental states and risk. Identify and advocate for required resources, including staff. Perform any other care reasonably expected of a consultant acting in an in reach capacity. Wider duties include Take part in administrative, management and directorate duties across the Trust. Participate in clinical governance, audit, advisory committees and other Trust committees as necessary. Comply with Trust policies and practice in line with the Royal College of Psychiatrists' guidelines and GMC Good Medical Practice. Ensure ongoing professional development via the Royal College of Psychiatrists CPD Programme, peer group meetings and relevant academic meetings. Ensure annual job planning and appraisal. Person Specification Registration GMC Registered AC Status Experience Relevant experience in forensic or prison psychiatry. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer details Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust HMP Guys Marsh & HMP Erlestoke Shaftesbury SP7 0AH Employer's website

Overview This team provides 24 hrs, emergency, hospital-based, mental health assessments for service users who have presented to A & E or have been admitted to the medical wards. The team provides short-term, time-limited input and has a liaison role. The team is based at Christopher Home (Royal Albert Infirmary, Wigan). The team has been operational since November 2013. Mental Health Urgent Response Team: This is an established team based at Christopher Home, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. It is the single point of referral/access - for all service users referred to Adult Mental Health Services. It is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The service facilitates assessment and intervention at the first point of contact, following PbR (Payment by Results) Care Clustering - facilitating a needs-led care framework. The Mental Health Urgent Response Team offers a model of collaborative care, at the interface between primary and specialist mental health care. Main duties of the job Clinical Undertake assessments of referrals/admissions to the service Diagnose and formulate management plans in complex presentations Provide management in treatment resistant and complex presentations Assessment and management of risk including vulnerability, suicide risk, risks to health and safety and risk of harm to others To be the nominated RC for those patients who are attending RAEI under section 17 leave at the request of ward RC Work in a collaborative way with multidisciplinary teams including external partners Work in partnership with psychiatrists from partner providers such as Forensic and Rehabilitation Psychiatrists Leadership Lead clinical decision making in the multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality care Develop service clinical priorities in line with national and professional guidance and standards Engage with service transformation programmes including attendance at consultant meetings for their service and directorate Educational role Provide clinical supervision for trainees in gaining core psychiatric experience Provide clinical supervision for psychiatric trainees in achieving competencies in core general psychiatry Provide input in relation to medical students from UCLAN who are based on the ward About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Job responsibilities Note: Please see attached job description and person specification. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Blue Light Card Discounts Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists Additional clinical qualifications In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Skills Excellent knowledge in specialty Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills in English Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Makes decisions based on evidence and experience Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. £109,725 to £145,478 a year per annum pro rata

Go back Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist The closing date is 27 February 2026 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 To manage, appraise and give professional supervision to junior medical staff as agreed between consultant colleagues and the medical director and in accordance with the Trust's personnel policies and procedures. This may include assessing competences under the Modernising Medical Careers framework. To ensure that junior medical staff working with the postholder operate within the parameters of the New Deal and are Working Time Directive compliant. To undertake the administrative duties associated with the care of patients. To record clinical activity accurately and comprehensively, and submit this promptly to the Information Department. To participate in service and business planning activity for the locality and, as appropriate, for the whole mental health service. To participate in annual appraisal for Consultants. To attend and participate in the Wathwood academic programme, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme. To maintain professional registration with the General Medical Council, Mental Health Act Section 12(2) approval, and to abide by professional codes of conduct. To participate annually in a job plan review with the Associate Medical Director, which will include consultation with a relevant manager to ensure that the post is developed to take account of changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation. 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 This appointment is for a full-time Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist at Wathwood Hospital. The postholder will be working with male patients with a primary diagnosis of Mental Illness. The appointee will: Lead a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and treatment of male patients requiring treatment in conditions of medium security. Provide pre-admission assessments in line with contractual requirements and provide Commissioners with appropriate advice. Manage an inpatient case load equivalent to 0.6 WTE of a full-time clinician (up to 12 patients). This includes patients across the hospital, with varying levels of acuity and treatment need. Chair ward rounds, convene and chair CPA meetings and provide clinical leadership to the MDT. Provide timely reports to Hospital Managers, Tribunals, the Ministry of Justice and Courts etc. Liaise with all necessary organisations in order to provide patients with the appropriate care pathway and will convene and chair Section 117 meetings. Be actively encouraged to develop expertise and participate in a range of psychological programmes offered in Wathwood Hospital. Comply with all Trust policies and procedures. Act as the Care Coordinator and oversee the treatment of patients in their care following admission. Undertake clinical audit and quality improvement. Contribute to ongoing service developments and improvements. Contribute to the development of clinical governance and quality assurance. Participate in the on-call rota to ensure that Wathwood Hospital is provided with 24 hour Consultant cover. It is anticipated that the on-call rota will be a 1 in 5 non-residential. There is a 1st Tier on call (with Core Trainees, Higher Trainees, Staff grades and Speciality Doctors) also oncall at all times. The oncall solely covers Wathwood Hospital. There are no separate special responsibilities. 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 . click apply for full job details

Consultant Psychiatrist in CAMHS - South Durham Closing date is 20 January 2026 This is an exciting opportunity for a child and adolescent consultant psychiatrist to become involved in transformation and leadership within a forward looking CAMHS service. We are keen to shape the post to fit the needs of the right applicant and to support them in developing their interests within our broad portfolio of services. Durham Tees Valley Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services work with children and young people up to the age of 18 across GettingHelp, Getting More help and neurodevelopmental assessment teams. Generic teams are closely linked with LD CAMHS, Eating Disorders and Forensic CAMHS. The out of hours activity is supported by a dedicated CAMHS crisis team, which operates on a 24/7 basis and provides extended crisis input as well as home treatment options as an alternative to hospital admissions. The Durham and Darlington Children and Young Peoples Service is based in The Acley Centre in Newton Aycliffe. The population of the local authority area is over 100,000 people with 25 % of the people under the age of 18 years old. The post holder will have responsibility for the assessment and management of mental and/or behavioural needs of children and young people presenting with mental disorder and requiring assessment for neurodevelopmental needs. There are opportunities to become a GMC registered trainer e.g. clinical and/or educational supervisor. Main duties of the job The post holder is expected to offer mental health assessment, psychiatric opinions, diagnosis and holistic care plans for patients up to the age of 18, referred to them in hours and when on call. The Trust expects about 2 new patient assessments per week with 650 face to face contacts per year; this is for a full-time consultant, but exact figures can vary, depending upon the type of work undertaken, in agreement in job planning. Direct patient contact would include new patients to service, new psychiatric assessments and review appointments. Main conditions would be expected to include: ADHD, ASD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Tic Disorders, Psychosis, Self harm, Conduct Disorder and Sleep disorders. The Trust has a number of person centred pathways of care developed specifically for young people and the post holder would generally be expected to follow these. About us We are one of the largest specialist mental health and learning disabilities trusts in the country, with an annual income of £320 m and a workforce of some 6 700 staff operating from around 100 sites in Durham, Teesside, North Yorkshire and York and Selby. We provide a range of inpatient and community services to 2 m people living in County Durham, the Tees Valley, Scarborough, Whitby, Ryedale, Harrogate, Hambleton and Richmondshire. We also provide additional specialist services to other parts of Northern England. We deliver our services by working in partnership with eight local authorities and clinical commissioning groups, a wide range of voluntary organisations, as well as service users, their carers and the public. The Trust welcomes a conversation about flexible working. Person Specification Leadership Reflects on own performance and behaviour, seeking and acting on feedback. Able to influence and persuade to improve services. Able to take on leadership role in multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of structure and management of the NHS and the Trust. Shows commitment to quality through knowledge of quality improvement and lean thinking methodology or able to achieve within one year of appointment. Able to adapt to and lead service change. Able to take on a leadership role outside the multidisciplinary team. Understanding of NHS & wider health economy and its implications for the work of the Trust. Trained to standard equivalent to level 2 in TEWV Trust Quality improvement system. 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 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. Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych or equivalent postgraduate qualification. Approved Clinician Status and Section 12 Status or be able to achieve within 3 months. Clinical Knowledge & Skills Excellent knowledge in specialty. Excellent clinical skills using bio psycho social perspective and wide medical knowledge. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others. Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA. Wide range of specialist and sub specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Experience Describe your clinical experience relevant to this job role. Any other experience that may be applicable. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (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. Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust