Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Job Title: Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Glasgow, Scotland Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application We are seeking a dedicated Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to work full-time for our NHS client based in Glasgow, Scotland. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start. What will your responsibilities be? This role involves delivering specialist psychiatric care within CAMHS, including inpatient and community mental health team (CMHT) settings. You will be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and overseeing treatment plans, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe and effective mental health services for children and adolescents. The postholder must hold Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status and will be expected to participate in clinical meetings, documentation, and service development initiatives. Qualifications and Experience: • GMC registration (essential) • Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status (essential) • Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry, including CAMHS, inpatient, and CMHT settings • Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision-making skills • Commitment to delivering patient-centred care How to apply If you believe your experience aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail. If you are already registered with Pulse and refer a friend to us, you could earn £300 per recommendation once they have completed over 200 hours of work*. Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our initial conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are committed to finding you the best opportunities and supporting

A secure healthcare service is seeking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team within a learning disability ward. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week. The service is located in a rural area and provides specialist care for individuals with learning disabilities, mental health needs, behaviors that challenge, or offending behaviors. The setting includes low secure beds and a newly opened locked rehabilitation service. What you’ll be doing You will join a compassionate team committed to patient wellbeing. The service takes a personalised, therapeutic approach to help individuals progress with confidence toward a healthier future. As a Consultant Psychiatrist, your responsibilities will include: Providing expert clinical care as a Responsible Clinician, supported by an on-site senior management team. Assisting qualified staff with assessments and the implementation of individual care plans. Undertaking routine clinical tasks and activities delegated to support patient dignity, wellbeing, and recovery. Managing complex cases within learning disability psychiatry. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Being supported by dedicated administrative staff and having access to flexible or remote working options. Participating in the non-residential second on-call rota (low contact rate). Further details can be found in the job description. What you’ll bring to the role The role is rewarding and varied, requiring resilience and empathy. No two days are the same. The ideal candidate will: Hold a CCT or CESR in Psychiatry of Learning Disability. Have Approved Clinician status. Demonstrate strong leadership abilities and a compassionate, patient-centred approach. Have experience managing complex clinical presentations in this population. Understand recovery-focused care, positive risk-taking, and appropriate use of restrictive practices. Be able to work collaboratively within a well-established MDT. Informal enquiries can be made via th

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

A specialist healthcare service is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist – Male PICU/Medical Director to join the team. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours per week. The hospital provides comprehensive inpatient mental health services within a supportive and therapeutic environment. What you’ll be doing As Consultant Psychiatrist – Male PICU/Medical Director, you will be accountable for: Leading the recruitment, induction, and probation of medical staff, ensuring compliance with training requirements, specialist registration, and practising privileges. Overseeing medical staff appraisals, revalidation, and performance management, addressing clinical or behavioural concerns collaboratively. Providing strategic and operational leadership as part of the Senior Management Team, ensuring healthcare policy, clinical governance, and best practice standards are implemented and maintained. Ensuring effective medical cover, including robust arrangements for out-of-hours and annual leave. Leading clinical investigations, complaints, and crisis management, working with senior clinical leadership to resolve issues and drive improvements. Contributing to continuous learning by embedding lessons from complaints, incidents, benchmarking, and service user feedback. Maintaining your own clinical caseload, completing mandatory training, and representing the hospital’s clinical expertise with commissioners, partners, and stakeholders. Further details are available in the job description. What you’ll bring to the role The ideal candidate will: Be a Consultant Psychiatrist with MRCPsych (or equivalent), Section 12(2) approval, Approved Clinician status, and CCT (or equivalent), listed on the GMC Specialist Register. Have at least three years’ experience working at Consultant level, with proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across hospital or community settings. Demonstrate a track record of contributing to service change and improvement at a senior level. Possess strong leadersh

A leading private hospital group in Bristol is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join their Male Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) ward on a part-time basis. The hospital offers a range of specialist services across 77 beds, including Eating Disorders, Acute Mental Health, Adult PICU, Acquired Brain Injury, Huntington’s, and Dementia. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with complex needs and taking a lead role in their care and recovery. Key Responsibilities Take clinical responsibility for patients on the Male PICU ward, including leading ward rounds, risk reviews, and care planning. Act as Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983). Supervise referrals, admissions, and pre-admission assessments. Provide psychiatric expertise to the multidisciplinary team in assessment, formulation, and treatment of adults. Contribute to the development of a therapeutic environment that promotes wellbeing, dignity, and recovery. Requirements GMC registration and inclusion on the Specialist Register. Experience in adult psychiatry and PICU settings. Strong teamwork and leadership skills. Ability to work in a high-pressure, rewarding environment. Benefits Flexible, part-time hours (30 per week). Free on-site parking and supplemented meals. 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Birthday leave as an additional day. Enhanced maternity pay and contributory pension scheme. Flexible benefits including gym membership, IT equipment, and healthcare cash plan. Access to training, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Support for professional qualifications and CPD.

Job Title: Consultant in Adult Psychiatry Banding : Consultant Location : Norwich, Norfolk Working Hours: 40 per week Rate : Competitive, to be discussed upon application We are currently seeking a highly skilled an experienced Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to join our NHS client based in Norwich, Norfolk. This vacancy is available on a locum basis for the successful candidate to start immediately for a short-term contract. What will your responsibilities be? Your responsibility will be to conduct psychiatric assessments, formulate accurate diagnoses, and prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. You will have to provide consultation and support to primary care providers, community mental health teams, and other stakeholders involved in the care of adults with mental health needs. You will be expected to participate in service development initiatives, quality improvement projects, and research activities to enhance the delivery of mental health care services for adults. Benefits: First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors Access to high-quality CPD training event Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD Qualifications and Experiences: You must have a full GMC licence to practice Relevant previous experience working in this type of position Section 12/RC approval is essential Approved clinician status is desired but not essential Specialist Register (CCT) required. Apply Now ! If you are a dedicated Psychiatrist looking to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV below. If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us, you can earn £300 per recommendation, once