Community Consultant Older Adult Psychiatrist

NHS; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant to join their team, offering a unique opportunity to engage in research and quality improvement initiatives. With a strong commitment to staff development and a focus on maximizing independence and quality of life, this role allows you to play a pivotal part in leading service advancements. The Trust boasts an outstanding CQC rating and supports a flexible working pattern, making it an ideal environment for professionals looking to thrive in both clinical and managerial capacities. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the service with a focus on quality improvement.
• Implement research programs and support clinical initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Decision-Making

Management of Clinical Complexity

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent

CCT in old age psychiatry or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

It is no secret that we have an outstanding rating from the CQC, our staff survey results are among the best in the country, and we are leaders in digital maturity with a mature Quality Improvement approach to innovation and development.

What else can we offer you? Besides all of this, you will have the chance to pursue your own interests, whether in R&D, QI, or management & leadership—we support you.

In 2021, Berkshire Healthcare was 4th out of 48 community and mental health trusts for the number of research projects recruited. We have refreshed our research strategy and are looking for enthusiastic colleagues to develop and implement our research programme.

Our QI initiatives are very active, including opportunities to gain fully accredited QI qualifications.

If you wish to play a pivotal role in leading and developing the service, opportunities are available. We are equally happy to support and nurture your talent for future roles.

Main duties of the job

Please see the attached Consultant job description and person specification for this role.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT) was formed in April 2001 and became a Foundation Trust in May 2007. In April 2011, community services from NHS Berkshire East and NHS Berkshire West PCTs merged with the Trust.

The main population centers are Reading, Slough, Newbury, Wokingham, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Windsor, and Ascot. Berkshire features both affluent and deprived communities, with urban and rural areas. The Trust is part of two ICSs and partners with six local authorities.

The trust has an outstanding CQC rating and employs over 4000 staff across more than 100 sites.

Our mission is to maximize independence and quality of life. Our vision is to be the best place to give and receive care.

Date posted: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per year, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: C9371-D685A

Job locations: W A M C M H T, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1LD

Job description

Please see the attached Consultant job description and person specification for this role.

Person Specification

Experience (Essential):

• Excellent knowledge in specialty.
• Strong clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective and broad medical knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty.
• Decision-making based on evidence and experience, including contributions from others.
• Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA.

Experience (Desirable):

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to NHS or similar services.

Qualifications (Essential):

• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
• MRCPsych or equivalent.
• CCT in old age psychiatry or equivalent.
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months.
• Approved clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months.
• Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months.

Qualifications (Desirable):

• Higher degree in medical education, clinical research, or management.
• Additional clinical qualifications.
• Good standing with GMC regarding warnings or conditions.

Additional requirements

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Applications from those requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Further information is available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address: W A M C M H T, Nicholson's Walk, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1LD

Website: https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/