Job Overview
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