Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Rowan 2 + Golden Hello

NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nottinghamshire is seeking a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry to lead clinical care in acute settings. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality care, mentor junior staff, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. Essential qualifications include an MB BS and MRCPsych. This role offers opportunities for professional development and significant benefits, including a Golden Hello incentive. Join a passionate team to shape the future of mental health care.

Benefits

Golden Hello 20% benefit

Training & development programs

Wellbeing support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Approved clinician status or able to achieve within three months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care for patients.
• Lead clinical care for up to 16 beds.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Patient-centered care

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Mentorship

Education

MB BS or equivalent medical qualification

MRCPsych or equivalent

Qualification in medical education or clinical research (desirable)

Job description

Consultant in Adult Psychiatry - Rowan 2 + Golden Hello

The closing date is 07 January 2026

Job summary

Be part of the change and shape the future of mental health care in Nottinghamshire. Whether you are an experienced consultant or stepping into your first consultant role, this is your chance to join one of the most progressive mental‑health and community trusts in the East Midlands. At Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust we innovate, collaborate, and invest in our people, and we invite you to become part of a passionate team dedicated to improving lives.

Why Join Us

• Lead clinical responsibility for the female acute mental health ward at Highbury Hospital (Rowan 2).
• Strong peer support from experienced inpatient medical teams, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Training & development through structured CPD programmes, Trust‑wide academic sessions and leadership opportunities.
• Career growth for consultants seeking a first post – confidence and competence are nurtured in a supportive setting.
• Exceptional benefits: Golden Hello 20 % of the National Consultant contract minimum, wellbeing support and flexible working options.
• Be part of a diverse workforce of over 11,000 colleagues across more than 200 sites.

If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Rebecca Keating (Clinical Director) at [e-mail].

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care for patients in acute and locked rehabilitation settings.
• Lead clinical care for up to 16 beds on Rowan 2.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide person‑centred care.
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients and carers.
• Supervise and appraise junior medical staff, ensuring GMC standards and compliance.
• Participate in service planning, business development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in annual appraisal, job planning and CPD activities.
• Maintain professional registration, Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.

Person Specification

• Essential
  • MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
  • MRCPsych or MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Desirable
  • Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
  • Additional clinical qualifications.

Eligibility

• Essential
  • Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
  • Included on the GMC Specialist Register, or within six months.
  • Approved clinician status or able to achieve within three months of appointment.
  • Approved under S12 or able to achieve within three months of appointment.
• Desirable
  • In good standing with the GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to identify any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee‑led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest in this through our in‑house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net‑zero commitment.

Employer details

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Highbury Hospital

Highbury Road

Nottingham

NG6 9DR

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/