Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Consultant Psychiatrist

Sussex Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their crisis and intensive home treatment service. The role involves leading clinical efforts, working with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to the development of care pathways for young people. Ideal candidates will have experience in the NHS and be committed to delivering safe, effective care. Benefits include significant financial incentives and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Recruitment and Retention payment

Relocation allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Access to professional development

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a similar role within the NHS.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinically and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop the acute care pathway alongside other leaders.
• Participate in the Consultant network for Sussex CAMHS.

Job description

Overview

This is a new post in the crisis & intensive home treatment service, an alternative to admission to a CAMHS ward, delivered by the Kent and Sussex Provider Collaborative. The role is for a Consultant Psychiatrist who will work with the multidisciplinary team and provide clinical leadership alongside senior MDT colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinically and work as a proactive member of a full multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the leadership team and help to continually develop the acute care pathway.
• Work alongside other Consultants and Specialty Doctors in Sussex CAMHS and participate in the Trust‑wide Consultant network.
• Contribute to the CAMHS Psychiatry on‑call rota.
• Deliver safe and effective care for young people aged 12–18 as an alternative to admission or supported discharge from an inpatient bed.

Salary & Benefits

• Recruitment and Retention payment: £15,000 upon recruitment, £10,000 each at 12, 24 and 36 months (pro‑rated for part‑time).
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.
• Flexible working, including part‑time, hybrid and flexible start/finish times.
• Access to lifelong learning and professional development.

What we’re looking for

Successful candidates normally start at the bottom of the pay scale unless they can evidence previous NHS experience in a similar role.

Equality & Inclusion

SPFT is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes applications from Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic backgrounds and disabled candidates.

Safeguarding

We take safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk seriously and expect all staff and bank workers to complete relevant safeguarding training.

Additional Information

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