Consultant Psychiatrist – Women’s Locked Rehabilitation Service (Full Time, 37.5 hrs) Specialism: General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry Setting: 21-bed women’s locked rehabilitation service (personality disorder & complex mental health) Overview A specialist women’s mental health rehabilitation service is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join an established and supportive multidisciplinary team. The service provides care for women with complex mental disorders — including those with trauma histories and personality disorders — within a structured, recovery-focused locked rehabilitation environment. You will act as the Consultant Psychiatrist and Responsible Clinician, leading on assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and MDT collaboration. The service has excellent links with local NHS pathways and is easily commutable from major surrounding cities. Key Responsibilities Provide Consultant / RC-level clinical oversight for patients Lead MDT ward rounds, risk reviews, and strategic clinical meetings Offer expert psychiatric formulation and input into treatment planning Fulfil Responsible Clinician duties for detained patients under the Mental Health Act Contribute to clinical governance, service strategy, and management meetings Deliver in-house teaching and supervision, especially to junior medical staff Maintain CPD and meet revalidation requirements Requirements Medical qualification with MRCPsych (or equivalent) CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or Forensic Psychiatry Experience working in inpatient settings with patients detained under the Mental Health Act Background in trauma-informed care and/or personality disorder services is highly desirable Strong leadership skills with previous involvement in service management Understanding of change management, mental health legislation, and contemporary issues in psychiatry What’s on Offer Competitive salary £5,000 car allowance 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme L
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Job Title: Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Hull, Yorkshire Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive – to be discussed upon application We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to work full-time for our NHS client based in Hull, Yorkshire. This vacancy is available on a locum basis, with an immediate start for a short-term contract. Key Responsibilities As a Psychiatrist in the UK, your responsibilities are both broad and specialised. You will be primarily responsible for providing expert clinical assessments and diagnoses for individuals experiencing complex mental health issues. This includes leading and overseeing the development of comprehensive treatment plans and therapeutic interventions. You will be expected to manage and support multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective collaboration between various healthcare prof
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Qualifications and Experience Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Section 12 approval Approved Clinician status Forensic experience is desirable but not essential How to Apply If you believe your expertise aligns with this role, please apply today
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