Community CAMHS Consultant – Flexible Role + Relocation

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust; England; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Community CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Tunbridge Wells team from April 2026. The role involves providing mental health services to children and young people, with a primary focus on managing various disorders such as ADHD, ASD, and mood disorders. Applicants should be fully registered with the GMC and possess appropriate qualifications, including MRCPsych. This position offers flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Recruitment Bonus of £15,000

Financial support for relocation up to £8,000

Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement

Access to the NHS pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Free access to independent counselling service

Qualifications

• MRCPsych or equivalent required.
• Approved Clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months.
• Mastery in managing a broad range of mental disorders in children.

Responsibilities

• Act as an autonomous, registered practitioner.
• Responsible for service delivery to clients/patients.
• Develop care plans to meet complex patient needs.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English

Experience in managing patients from different cultural backgrounds

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

Fully registered with the GMC

On the GMC Specialist Register or within six months of completing CCST

Job description

A mental health trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Community CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Tunbridge Wells team from April 2026. The role involves providing mental health services to children and young people, with a primary focus on managing various disorders such as ADHD, ASD, and mood disorders. Applicants should be fully registered with the GMC and possess appropriate qualifications, including MRCPsych. This position offers flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities.