Consultant - Forensic Psychiatrist - Edenfield

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Manchester is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist for a permanent position. In this role, you will manage inpatient caseloads and contribute to a new care model. You will work within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring quality patient care. Applicants must have full GMC registration and experience in multidisciplinary settings. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a vibrant city.

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC registration and license to practice.
• AC/Section 12 approval required at start or within three months.
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload from admission to discharge for male and female inpatients.
• Contribute to developing a new care model and secure services.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team including medical and health support.

Skills

Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Full GMC registration and license to practice

AC/Section 12 approval

Entry on the GMC Specialist Register

Job description

Job overview

This is a permanent position or a secondment opportunity.

The Adult Forensic Service at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking two Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists to contribute to improving patient experiences and developing our new care model.

The posts are based at The Edenfield Centre within our male medium secure and women's blended services.

While our new care model is under development and medical job planning is being reviewed, the post holders are expected to be Responsible Clinicians for 12–16 male inpatients or 10–12 female inpatients, managing their caseload from admission to discharge.

We welcome interested candidates to contact us for further discussions.

Dr. Nikhil Khisty - Associate Medical Director

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a full-time Consultant (Forensic) Psychiatrist. You may work within our women's blended secure service or our male medium secure service. Both roles involve contributing to our new care model and shaping future secure services for both genders in Greater Manchester.

You will be supported by a multidisciplinary team including a medical secretary, junior doctors, clinical psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. Physical health support is provided by visiting GPs, dentists, and a dedicated physical health team.

Additional clinical activities include on-call duties, assessments, and other responsibilities negotiated with colleagues and aligned with our new care model.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations, providing inpatient and community mental health services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Manchester is a vibrant city with rich cultural, shopping, entertainment, and dining options, offering a welcoming environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Our staff enjoy their work, opportunities to develop skills, and a culture of innovation aimed at improving patient care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more details, see the full Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and license to practice
• AC/Section 12 approval at start or within three months
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT

Experience

• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams

The Trust requires all post holders needing a DBS to subscribe to the DBS Update Service, with a fee of £16 per year.

Applicants with experience in mental health, learning disabilities, or substance misuse, either as service users or carers, are encouraged to apply.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting diversity, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups including BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ communities. Informal inquiries and support are available upon request.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications

Applicants may use AI assistance for writing applications. The evaluation considers the entire application, and AI-generated content may not fully reflect the candidate's experience or suitability. The Trust monitors AI use and may follow up on responses and examples during interviews.

Sponsorship

We are an approved sponsor for Skilled Worker visas. Applications requiring sponsorship will be considered alongside others. Not all roles are eligible; refer to the UK Government’s website for details. Eligibility will be verified, and employment offers may be withdrawn if the role is not eligible or the right to work cannot be evidenced.

Changes introduced by the Home Office from 09/04/2025 may impact the health and care sector; candidates are encouraged to review these updates.

Experience outside the NHS

We value diverse skills and experience, including relevant roles outside the NHS, which may be considered in salary calculations.