Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (SEDATT)

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

Job summary

A leading children's healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking a Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join the SEDATT team. The role involves providing expert psychiatric care, leading clinical decision-making, and training multi-agency teams. Ideal candidates will possess a CCT or be close to obtaining one, with experience in Eating Disorders. Excellent benefits include generous leave and health programs, fostering a supportive environment for patients and families.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing programs

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Hold a CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or be within 6 months of gaining it.
• Interest and experience in Eating Disorders.
• Ability to teach and possess teaching qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert psychiatric assessment and evidence-based care for young people.
• Lead clinical decision-making in multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in the CAMHS consultant on-call rota.

Skills

Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Ability to communicate with children and parents

Experience managing Eating Disorders in CAMHS

Teaching ability

Education

Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Job description

Overview

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join our dynamic SEDATT (Sheffield Eating Disorders Assessment and Treatment Team) based within Community CAMHS at Centenary House. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of young people's mental health in one of only four dedicated Children's Trusts in the UK. As a leading centre for integrated children's services, we're committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in care.

Closing date: 08 October 2025

Interviews expected to be held on Monday 20 October 2025 in person.

Main duties of the job

You will report to the Associate Medical Director, and responsibilities will include:

• Deliver expert psychiatric assessment and evidence-based care for young people.
• Lead clinical decision-making, contribute to triage, MDTs, and ward rounds.
• Collaborate across disciplines and agencies to shape holistic care plans.
• Join specialist clinics and help shape service development.
• Support training for resident doctors and multi-agency teams.
• Participate in the CAMHS consultant on-call rota and Mental Health Act assessments.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values — Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence — to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts — helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Relevant specialist qualification or equivalent Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; Section 12(2) Approval and AC status

Knowledge and Skills

• Appropriate training and experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; Interest in Eating disorders
• Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff; Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines
• Previous experience of managing Eating Disorders in CAMHS
• Ability to teach, teaching qualifications

Demonstrates Trust Values

• Compassion - Accountability - Respect - Excellence - Together we care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust