Consultant in Adult Prison Psychiatry (HMP Bronzefield)

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Consultant Psychiatrist to join their Health & Justice Services team at HMP Bronzefield. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality mental health care to women in custody, blending clinical practice with research initiatives. The position emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and innovation, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. With a competitive salary, relocation support, and numerous professional development opportunities, this role is ideal for those passionate about mental health and committed to improving health outcomes in a complex setting.

Benefits

NHS pension

Relocation support up to £8K

Staff discounts

Cycle schemes

Car purchase/leasing discounts

Flexible working

Interest-free loans

Weekly bank work

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• GMC registration with license to practice and on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Clinical leadership and management experience in mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Develop specialist interests aligned with Trust and local service plans.
• Teach and train specialist nurses and prison staff.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Excellent clinical skills

Effective communication in English

Decision-making based on evidence

Knowledge of equality & diversity issues

Education

Relevant professional qualification

GMC registration

MRCPsych

Job description

Consultant in Adult Prison Psychiatry (HMP Bronzefield)

Employer: Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Ashford, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 3 May 2025

Job summary

CNWL NHS FT Health & Justice Services is seeking a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist / Consultant Psychiatrist at HMP Bronzefield. This role involves 10 PAs (additional PAs can be considered). Be part of something extraordinary at the largest female prison in Europe.

Are you passionate about providing high-quality mental health care in a dynamic setting? Do you value diversity, inclusion, and innovation?

This position offers a blend of clinical and research work with the Institute of Psychiatry, focusing on improving health outcomes for women in prison. The work includes reviewing data on short sentences, assessing risks to women, family life, and long-term health, and identifying research areas to influence policy and expand sentencing options.
AAC will be on 18/06/2025

Main duties of the job

• Provide clinical leadership to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Develop specialist interests aligned with Trust and local service plans.
• Teach and train specialist nurses, other nurses, and prison staff as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of Health and Justice services through clinical audit and related activities.

About us

CNWL is one of the UK’s largest trusts, caring for diverse physical and mental health needs across London and wider areas. We involve service users, carers, staff, and partners in our development. Visit our website to learn more and consider becoming a member of our Foundation Trust.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits including NHS pension, relocation support up to £8K, staff discounts, cycle schemes, car purchase/leasing discounts, and more.

Support for professional development, research opportunities, and a supportive work environment are integral to our culture. Additional benefits include flexible working, interest-free loans, weekly bank work, and wellbeing initiatives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We seek an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist / Forensic Consultant to join our Health & Justice Services at HMP Bronzefield. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead mental health care in a complex, supportive environment, making a difference to women in custody.

• Forensic experience is not essential; applications from psychiatrists with general adult, community, liaison, or forensic backgrounds are welcome.
• A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is central, ensuring trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and culturally competent care.
• Opportunities for research and innovation in quality improvement, digital transformation, or AI in healthcare, with dedicated time for these pursuits.
• Potential for an honorary academic post at UCL for research-active candidates.
• Leadership development through formal training and mentoring.
• Optional paid work in court liaison and diversion services for additional experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification or ongoing professional development
• GMC registration with license to practice
• On the GMC Specialist Register or within six months
• Approved clinician status or achievable within 3 months
• Approved under S12 or achievable within 3 months
• MRCPsych

Experience

• Clinical leadership and management experience
• Proven track record of quality improvement

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Excellent clinical skills with a bio-psycho-social approach
• Strong specialty knowledge
• Effective communication in English
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and conflict
• Decision-making based on evidence and experience
• Compliance with MHA and MCA duties

Academic and Lifelong Learning

• Participation in CPD and clinical audit
• Knowledge of equality & diversity issues
• Flexibility and innovation-driven attitude
• IT literate and able to work under pressure

Additional requirements include DBS check, UK registration, and eligibility to work in the UK.