Forensic or General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist

Consultant Psychiatrist – Full Time (37.5 hours) | Women’s Secure Services

Specialist Register: Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry Setting: Women’s medium/low secure inpatient service

Overview

An established and well-respected secure mental health service is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join its women’s service. You will be part of a highly experienced medical department within a stable, supportive organisation known for excellent MDT collaboration, strong clinical leadership, and high-quality patient outcomes.

The role involves providing Consultant-level psychiatric care to adult women with complex mental health needs within a secure setting. You will have the choice of leading either a medium secure or low secure ward, depending on your preference and experience.

The hospital is located in a highly accessible North West region with excellent motorway links, making it commutable from multiple major cities.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead the clinical care of a women’s secure ward (medium or low secure)

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Deliver comprehensive psychiatric assessment, formulation, and treatment

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Work collaboratively with the MDT to ensure high-quality, recovery-focused care

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Engage in service development, governance, and quality improvement work

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Provide assessments for referrals to determine appropriate placement

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Prepare and deliver written and oral evidence for Tribunal and Managers’ hearings

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Participate in a low-frequency second-on-call rota (approx. 1 in 17 for full-time clinicians)

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Optional paid first-on-call shifts available, with time back in lieu

Requirements

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Full GMC registration

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MRCPsych (or equivalent)

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On the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months) for Forensic or General Adult Psychiatry

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Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status

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Experience managing complex mental health presentations in secure or acute settings

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Strong MDT-working skills and an interest in service development

Package & Benefits

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Competitive salary

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£5,000 annual car allowance

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30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday annual leave

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Pension scheme

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Life assurance

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Enhanced maternity package

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Free meals on duty

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Wellbeing and employee support services

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Retail and lifestyle discounts

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Career development, CPD opportunities, and structured progression

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Medical indemnity cover

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On-site parking