Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 119,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Doncaster is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist for a 1-year fixed-term role. The candidate will manage a male low secure pathway, covering various inpatient wards. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £119,490 to £145,478, and the flexibility of working full-time. Applications are encouraged from diverse candidates, and the organization is supportive of safe practices against COVID-19.

Qualifications

• Registered medical practitioner with a valid license to practice.
• Ability to work flexibly as per the NHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Join the medical team and contribute to patient care.
• Act as the allocated responsible clinician for patients.
• Provide treatment in accordance with NHS standards.

Skills

Experience with adult male low secure inpatient services

Experience with ASD in-patient care

Education

Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry

Job description

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist

The closing date is 23 September 2025

Overview

Cheswold Park Hospital, Cheswold Lane, Doncaster, DN5 8AR. 1 year fixed term, full time, 13 Programmed Activities per week including on-call (part time may be considered).

Responsibilities

• Join the Medical team based at Cheswold Park Hospital and contribute to the male low secure pathway.
• Provide care on the 16-bed male low secure ward with Mental Illness and Personality Disorder service lines.
• Act as the allocated RC in charge of medical treatment for patients on Wentbridge Ward (male ASD low secure).
• Cover duties for the low secure men’s inpatient service (Esk Ward) and the low secure ASD inpatient service (Wentbridge).

Pay and Contract

The starting salary for this post is aligned with point 04 of the consultant pay scale (£119,490 - £145,478), in line with Trust policy for newly appointed consultants. Placement on the scale will be reviewed where applicable NHS consultant experience can be evidenced.

Location and Hours

Cheswold Park Hospital, Cheswold Lane, Doncaster, DN5 8AR. 13 PA per week, full-time (flexible arrangements may be considered). 1 year fixed term.

Qualifications and Experience

Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry. Experience with adult male low secure inpatient services and ASD in-patient care is implied by the role description.

How to contact and apply

• Dr Joanne Parry, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist and Medical Lead — Tel: [phone]
• Prof. S Thiyagesh, Chief Medical Officer — Tel: [phone]

Additional information

At the time of advertising, this role meets the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. We encourage diversity and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups. All employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.

For the full advert please see the supporting documents attached.

Details

Date posted: 16 September 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £119,490 to £145,478 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: C9378-F0675

Job locations

Cheswold Park Hospital, Cheswold Lane, Doncaster, DN5 8AR

Employer details: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address: Cheswold Park Hospital, Cheswold Lane, Doncaster, DN5 8AR

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Dr Joanne Parry — [e-mail] — 01302 762862

Notes

We reserve the right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.