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Overview The Consultant Psychiatrist will be responsible for the care of 17 patients on Brook ward, a 22-bedded all male acute adult ward, with the support of ward Associate Specialty doctor who is already in post. They will take an active role in developing the service in line with the RCPsych standards in an inpatient setting and be supported in innovation in the delivery of patient centred high quality care. This is based at the Moorside Unit, on the site of Trafford General Hospital. They will work within a senior Clinician team for AOWA Inpatients consisting of 3.2 FTE Consultant Psychiatrists. l Main duties of the job Provide Medical leadership for MDT meetings Carry out comprehensive psychiatric Assessment and provide treatment for inpatients on the ward. Support ward based staff to manage psychiatric emergencies Conduct patient reviews and lead Multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi-professional meetings Be the responsible clinician for the purposes of the Mental Health Act 1983(amended 2007) and carry out duties in accordance to the code of practice. Renew and maintain Responsible Clinician status according to agreed procedures. Carry out comprehensive Risk Assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes Provide medical leadership to the inpatient ward team Maintain a high level of effective communication and work flexibly and cooperatively with other parts of the service including; other wards and inpatient units, community mental health teams, services and primary care Liaison with Families and Carers Complete reports for Mental Health Tribunals with the support of the Staff Grade doctor Attend Mental Health Tribunals or supervise other members of the medical teams in Tribunal work Assess for use of the Mental Health Act, complete consent to treatment and authorise Section 17 leave About us Largest mental health provider in Greater Manchester with focus on delivering excellent mental health care. Posts across rural, suburban and urban settings. Standard offer of 2.5 SPAs: 7.5 DCCs (pro rata). Support for flexible and less than full-time working. Opportunities to pursue a special interest. The Trust is highly active in research and innovation and has links with a number of local universities; consultants can engage with research from recruitment through to dedicated research time. Clear framework for interested colleagues to develop management and leadership Jo skills and take up positions in leadership and management. Access to in-house training including a Recovery Academy. Structured and supported approach to appraisal and revalidation. Agreed process for career breaks. Relocation package. Job responsibilities For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification. Person Specification Qualifications Medical Degree MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Specialist Register GMC Registration Approved Clinician 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. Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 437-MD- Job locations Moorside Unit, Trafford General Hospital

Our client are looking for experienced, qualified ADHD Assessors to work remotely as an associate, engaged outside IR35. Why Choose This Role? Substantial, consistent workflow Complete working pattern flexibility Exciting growth plans and support opportunities for professional development in neurodevelopmental assessments and care Whats On Offer Pay £110 Assessment Time 1 click apply for full job details

Our client are looking for experienced, qualified ADHD Assessors to work remotely as an associate, engaged outside IR35. Why Choose This Role? Substantial, consistent workflow Complete working pattern flexibility Exciting growth plans and support opportunities for professional development in neurodevelopmental assessments and care Whats On Offer Pay £110 Assessment Time 1 click apply for full job details

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of dedicated consultants and other members of the multidisciplinary teams to help shape a modernising mental health service, which has been transformed following recent changes in community settings and inpatient provision. The consultant will work on the Inpatient Unit at Laureate hospital, which is on the site of Wythenshawe Hospital in south Manchester. The new post holder will take the Responsible Clinician role for Blake ward, an 8-bedded unit, which will accrue 6 programmed activities. There will be opportunities to combine this post if 10 PA's or more are desired from the incoming consultant. A high proportion of patients admitted to the ward suffer with psychosis and are detained on a section of the Mental Health Act. The consultant is expected to attend daily reviews on the ward and daily ward rounds. They will provide leadership and medical input. They will fulfil the role of the Responsible Clinician. They will be involved in training resident doctors, teaching medical students and engage in clinical management, audit and governance. Main duties of the job Job share with another part time consultant. Provide clinical leadership for the ward team and trainees The ward has 17 beds and patients can be admitted from across the trust's patch. The patient split will be 8+1, on the basis that new admissions will fall alternately to each consultant. Conduct daily ward reviews and ward rounds, support the team to complete CPA Undertake assessments of admissions to the service Assist team to diagnose and formulate management plans in all presentations. Assessment and management of risk including of vulnerability, suicide risk, risks to health and safety and risk of harm to others. Coordinate care with input from pharmacists Preparation of Mental Health Review Tribunal and Managers' Hearings reports and attendance at subsequent hearings. Preparation of consent to treatment paperwork as well as any other MHA work such as section 17 leave, section renewals and CTOs if required 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. 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 For more details on this job role, please find attached the full Job Description and Person Specification included with this advert. Person Specification Qualifications Medical Degree Registration GMC 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 pro rata

Are you a Consultant Pediatrician / Psychiatrist with experience in Neurodiversity assessments, and looking to further your impact? We're seeking experienced Psychiatrists (both adults and CAMHs) to support a range of services conduct remote for ADHD, Autism or both within duel assessments. We are working with a 5 service who are specifically seeking experienced Psychiatrists with an NHS backgro click apply for full job details

A leading health service is seeking a Community CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist to join its team in Broadstairs starting April 2026. This role involves delivering mental health services to children and young people, requiring an MB BS or equivalent and full GMC registration. Candidates should possess clinical expertise in managing a broad range of mental disorders in youth. Benefits include a £20,000 recruitment bonus and flexible working options, making this a valuable opportunity for dedicated mental health professionals.

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Staffordshire Treatment and Recovery System (STaRS) Team as a Registered Consultant Psychiatrist. STaRS is part of our Inclusion Services based in Stafford. You will provide clinical leadership to the Staffordshire Service in supporting a holistic approach to drug and alcohol treatment, contribute to the development of policies and procedures and programme of continuous improvement, research and evaluation within the service and take the lead on developing and managing a trainee rotational program. You will undertake specialist prescribing and medical assessment/ treatment for service users attending a community drug and alcohol treatment service, including titration, stabilisation, detoxification and review. The role is part-time. 4 sessions, 16 hours per week. Flexibility will be considered. Main duties of the job As Consultant Psychiatrist you will be responsible for implementing and coordinating complex packages of care appropriate to the individuals need and work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to address service users' wider care needs As part of this role, you will: Provide clinical supervision to the other medics, clinic lead and other prescribers as required Provide specialist prescribing to individuals who present at the community drug and alcohol treatment service. Provide medical advice and guidance on complex cases to staff within Inclusion and attend prescribing forums. Take an active role in Inclusion research and innovation opportunitie Ensure the service is compliant with CQC standards About us Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Inclusion service offers psychological and drug & alcohol services, in the community, and in prisons, and has contracts across the country. As an organisation we serve a population of 1.5 million and currently employ around 9000 members of staff. We have a wide range of exciting opportunities for people looking to work in a truly integrated NHS organisation. By joining MPFT you will become part of a team who are empowered and supported to deliver care in a way which is consistent with our values: Putting people at the heart of what we do Empowering people to improve care and wellbeing Delivering better health, better care in partnership Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Job responsibilities For further information regarding this role, please see attached the job description and person specification. Person Specification Experience Have good experience of working within the substance misuse field Demonstrate an understanding for the need for multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working. Previous management/ leadership experience Qualifications Medical Degree (MRCGP/MBBS) Fully registered with the GMC and on Medical Performers' List/Registered with a licence to practise On specialist register (have the addiction endorsement) Management Qualification RCGP working in substance misuse part I and II (or agreeing to work towards promptly achieving these qualifications) 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. Staffordshire Drug & Alcohol Partnership Lead

Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist + RRP up to 30% Come and join our CAMHS service rated Outstanding in our most recent CQC Inspection. We have a variety of Consultant roles including posts in the City and in localities boarding on the Peak District and South Dales, in specialties including urgent care/crisis services, Eating Disorders, and generic Community CAMHS Derbyshire CAMHS has excellent retention, and has recently achieved exceptional staff survey results, with majority of colleagues stating they would recommend CAMHS as a place to work. Derbyshire CAMHS has recently developed an enhanced and advancing workforce to support the medical structure within the service line. Additional roles introduced, include specialty doctors, an increased number of trainees, 3 Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners (2 of whom qualify in Jan'25), and an Multi professional Approved Clinician. The Trust has also recently developed the Psychological Therapies Division, further enhancing the already well-established trauma informed approach. The Trust welcomes flexible working and has recently adapted the hybrid working policy to highlight this. This post attracts a 30% RRP, based on the bottom of the National Consultant (2003) pay scale. This is subject to review and will be paid as a golden hello payment over 2 years. Main duties of the job South Derbyshire CAMHS footprint covers Derby City, Amber Valley, Erewash, South Derbyshire & Ashbourne with 5 bases in Derby City, Long Eaton, Ripley, Rivermead and Swadlincote. If you are interested in moving to the beautiful county of Derbyshire, we can provide a generous relocation package of up to £8,000 and the key duties are: Provide psychiatric assessments, including assessment of risk to self and others. Manage patients under the care of the CAMHS Crisis and Liaison pathway including risk assessment and management. Liaison with community teams, family and agencies supporting children and young people in crisis. Ensure the Mental Health Act is used appropriately, providing medical recommendations for assessments taking place in the community and 136 Suites. Involvement in MHA assessments of emergency cases as part of on call duties. MHA RC duties and when necessary supporting colleagues in the T4 CPA discharge reviews to ensure we are minimising the length of stay in T4 with a focus on enhancing community care packages for CYP being discharged. About us 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'. The Trust was rated Good in the 2019 CQC inspection with CAMHS currently rated as Outstanding. 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 service in the grade Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits Health service discounts and online benefits Incremental pay progression Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7 We have a variety of growing and vibrant staff networks, such as BAME, LGBTQ+, Wellness and Disability Health and wellbeing opportunities Structured learning and development opportunities Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached 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 This is a newly established full-time substantive Consultant Post: a key clinical lead within the new CAMHS Acute Care Team which has incorporated former RISE Liaison and nurse-led Enhanced Home Support Service teams with expansion to include Crisis/Home Treatment Function and Day Services. Person Specification Qualifications MB BS or equivalent medical qualification. Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of application. MRCPsych or equivalent Skills Assessing and treating children and young people 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

A national health service provider in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist with significant experience in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders. This role involves joint assessments, managing complex presentations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants must have a Medical Degree, GMC Registration, and appropriate psychiatric qualifications. The position offers a salary range of £109,725 to £145,478 per annum pro rata.

A leading mental health provider in Manchester seeks a qualified clinician to deliver high-quality mental health care. Applicants must have an MB BS or equivalent, and GMC registration. Responsibilities include patient assessments, clinical leadership within teams, and collaboration with external psychiatrists. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to improving mental health services in the community.

A healthcare organization is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team in Telford, UK. The ideal candidate will have GMC registration and possess a Royal College of Psychiatrists membership. Responsibilities include providing recovery-based care and high-quality interventions to service personnel and civilians. The position offers a salary of £72,840 to £81,360 per annum, and participates in the NHS pension scheme.

A leading mental health service in London is seeking a Consultant Forensic Intellectual Disability Psychiatrist to join their innovative multidisciplinary team. This role requires strong medical leadership, and the opportunity includes a significant relocation package. Responsibilities involve providing medical leadership, managing clinical care, and ensuring service delivery meets the objectives. Ideal candidates should possess a primary medical degree, GMC registration, and experience with intellectual disabilities. The position is full-time, permanent with a competitive salary range.

Are you a Psychiatrist with experience in Neurodiversity assessments, and looking to further your impact? We're seeking experienced Psychiatrists (both adults and CAMHs) to support a range of services conduct remote for ADHD, Autism or both within duel assessments. We are working with a 5 service who are specifically seeking experienced Psychiatrists with an NHS background click apply for full job details

Are you a Psychiatrist with experience in Neurodiversity assessments, and looking to further your impact? We're seeking experienced Psychiatrists (both adults and CAMHs) to support a range of services conduct remote for ADHD, Autism or both within duel assessments. We are working with a 5 service who are specifically seeking experienced Psychiatrists with an NHS background click apply for full job details

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Practitioner Psychologist, Psychotherapist & Psychological Therapist The closing date is 16 December 2025 Main duties of the job To provide a highly specialist psychotherapy/psychological therapy assessment service to patients with PTSD, complex PTSD and dissociative disorders as well as associated psychological difficulties. This includes specialist assessment, second opinion assessments, outreach assessments, care planning, implementation and producing assessment reports. To co facilitate Sensorimotor Groups. To offer individual therapy (using a variety of therapeutic models as required by the service). To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment. To undertake service evaluation, audit and research. To work as an autonomous professional within BACP/UKCP/BPC/APC/HCPC/BABCP guidelines and codes of conduct and be guided by principles and policies or procedures of the service, taking responsibility for interpreting policies within defined parameters. To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved. About us The staff are based at the Maudsley Hospital with some remote working. The staff team consists of a Consultant Psychiatrist, Principal Clinical Psychologist, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Honorary Therapists, Business Manager and administrator. Job responsibilities KR 1 Clinical and Client Care To provide highly specialist psychotherapy/psychological therapy assessments, second opinions, and group/individual therapy for clients in the PTSD/Trauma pathway nationally including NICE recommended therapies and other relevant interventions. This may include psychological stabilisation, EMDR, Tf CBT, Sensorimotor Therapy, experience of relational based therapies appropriate for complex PTSD, experience of individual and group work. To provide culturally appropriate psychological or psychotherapeutic interventions with carers or families of referred clients when required. To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans. To provide reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers and, where appropriate, service users and their families. To select and deliver evidence based specialist therapeutic interventions, drawing from a spectrum of ideas and models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, couple, family or group. To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients. To act as the keyworker taking responsibility for initiating planning and reviewing care plans as appropriate. KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning To contribute to the effective working of the team or service and to a psychotherapeutically informed framework for the service. To contribute to the team or services delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities. To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services. To advise other members of the service on specialist psychotherapeutic care of patients. To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans. To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice and/or currently understood best practice based evidence, in individual work and work with other team members. To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals. KR 3 Policy and service development To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes. To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects. To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities. KR 4 Care or management of resources To take care of, and use carefully, the Trusts equipment and physical resources. To ensure that the post holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed. To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons. To monitor and advise clients on the safe use of materials and processes. To ensure adequate confidential and safe storage for artefacts produced during the therapy process in line with professional guidelines. To be responsible for obtaining, storing and maintaining all materials and equipment for the provision of therapy in work setting within budgetary constraints. To identify any aspects of the service within own service area, which need to be improved and to advise service and professional managers accordingly. To authorise client travel expenses (if required). KR 5 Management and supervision To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of more junior psychological practitioners with support from a more senior practitioner when necessary. To supervise trainee psychological practitioners within own area of specialism having completed the relevant Supervision Training when necessary. To contribute to the appraisal of more junior psychological practitioners as appropriate. To contribute to the recruitment of more junior psychological practitioners as appropriate. Consultation as required by service need, such as phone call advice to potential referrers or other enquiries to the service. KR 6 Teaching and Training To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre and post qualification psychological practitioners, and specialised training to other professions as appropriate. To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the service by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychological therapy and by implementing knowledge gained in practice. To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles. KR 7 Record keeping and Information Governance To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry. KR 8 Research and development To initiate, undertake, support and supervise regular complex service evaluation and audits. To provide expertise in a specialist research area which will contribute to the pathway for PTSD/Trauma. To initiate and implement the development of outcome measurement and assessment and assist other staff in the implementation of same. KR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior psychotherapist/psychological therapist according to BACP/UKCP/APC/BPC/HCPC/BABCP and Trust guidelines. To ensure own Continuing Professional Development in line with BACP/UKCP/APC/BPC/HPCP/BABCP and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements. To maintain an up to date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies. To comply with BACP/UKCP/APC/BPC/HCPC/BABCP Standards of Ethics and Proficiency, and ensure professional development in line with these. To adhere to the BACP/UKCP/APC/BPC/HCPC/BABCP Professional Practice Guidelines and Trust policies and procedures. KR10 General To travel to Trust premises for service meetings, training, home visits as appropriate and when required. To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group, and follow Trust policies relating to its management. To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations and to support others involved in such situations. Person Specification Qualifications Post graduate qualification in either psychology or psychotherapy. (A/I) Doctoral level qualification in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology or equivalent qualification in psychotherapy or CCST in medical psychotherapy or equivalent relevant experience. (A/I) Registered with the HCPC as practitioner psychologist or accepted psychotherapy body. (A/I) Post doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice. (A/I) Experience Substantive experience in working with trauma/dissociation at a secondary/tertiary trauma service or equivalent. (A/I) Experience in assessing patients with complex needs suffering from complex trauma, dissociative disorder and or personality disorders. (A/I) Significant post qualification experience of working with complex PTSD and symptoms of dissociation. (A/I) Experience of racial awareness/diversity training (A/I) Psychological and or psychodynamic therapy: appropriate level of competence in treating patients offering time limited therapy with a range of patients with complex mental health problems. (A/I) Experience of working with Personality Disorders (A/I) Experience of working with individuals with dissociative disorders. (A/I) Knowledge Knowledge theoretical and evidence base for them. (A/I/References) Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training . click apply for full job details

A leading healthcare provider is seeking two Consultant Psychiatrists to join their Acute Hospital Liaison Service in Swindon. This role involves providing diagnostic advice, leading a multidisciplinary team, and having significant teaching responsibilities. Applicants should have experience in adult psychiatry and great communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per year pro rata, with opportunities for personal and professional development.