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 • Lead the clinical care of a women’s secure ward (medium or low secure) • Deliver comprehensive psychiatric assessment, formulation, and treatment • Work collaboratively with the MDT to ensure high-quality, recovery-focused care • Engage in service development, governance, and quality improvement work • Provide assessments for referrals to determine appropriate placement • Prepare and deliver written and oral evidence for Tribunal and Managers’ hearings • Participate in a low-frequency second-on-call rota (approx. 1 in 17 for full-time clinicians) • Optional paid first-on-call shifts available, with time back in lieu Requirements • Full GMC registration • MRCPsych (or equivalent) • On the GMC Specialist Register (or within 6 months) for Forensic or General Adult Psychiatry • Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status • Experience managing complex mental health presentations in secure or acute settings • Strong MDT-working skills and an interest in service development Package & Benefits • Competitive salary • £5,000 annual car allowance • 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday annual leave • Pension scheme • Life assurance • Enhanced maternity package • Free meals on duty • Wellbeing and employee support services • Retail and lifestyle discounts • Career development, CPD opportunities, and structured progression • Medical indemnity cover • On-site parking