Consultant Psychiatrist - Ashford Old Age Community

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Ashford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Ashford is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry. The role involves providing psychiatric care, conducting assessments, and contributing to a collaborative team dedicated to elderly mental health. Ideal candidates will hold MRCPsych or equivalent qualifications and be fully registered with the GMC. Exceptional professional development opportunities and a recruitment bonus of £15,000 are offered.

Benefits

Recruitment Bonus of £15,000

Financial support for relocation up to £8,000

Access to inhouse research team

Generous annual leave and study leave

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working options

Learning and Development opportunities

Free independent counselling service

Discount service for NHS staff

Qualifications

• Must be on the Specialist Register or within six months of inclusion.
• Experience in psychiatric care for older adults.
• Ability to conduct MCA and MHA assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care to patients.
• Conduct weekly clinical meetings and governance discussions.
• Support the team in maintaining the MSNAP accreditation.

Skills

MRCPsych or equivalent

Registered with GMC

Approved Clinician status

S12 approval

Education

Consultant Psychiatrist Qualifications

Job description

A Vacancy at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust.


As a Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry based in Ashford you will join a dedicated, professional and supportive team and CMHT Consultant colleague.

Ashford CMHSOP provides a comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment service for the over 65-year old population in the Ashford and Tenterden areas and surrounding villages. It offers assessment, diagnosis and treatment for the full range of psychiatric conditions including psychological assessments and therapy.

The team has 21 initial assessment slots per week offering appointments in clinics in both Ashford and Tenterden along with home visits and care home liaison assessments for referrals from care homes.

Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or achieve this within 3 months of appointment).
• To provide psychiatric care to patients referred to Ashford CMHSOP, and provide senior medical leadership as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• To conduct MCA and MHA assessments, attend complex case discussions, CPA and 117 review meetings and provide availability for urgent clinical matters.
• To attend daily RED Board and referral triage meetings, weekly clinical meetings, monthly complex case discussions and governance meetings.
• To contribute to team meetings including team performance/business meetings and to give medical guidance to team members in the form of supervision of complex cases and discussion of their caseload.
• To support the team in maintaining the MSNAP accreditation for their Memory Assessment Service.

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway.

Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact. We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.

Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well-being. If you're passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.

You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providingbrilliant care through brilliant people.

*PLEASE NOTE: this job description is currently pending approval from the Royal College of Psychiatrists*

For detailed information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description and person specification or search ‘KMPT Careers Job ref: 380-MED-24-019-PERM’. The job description will provide you with the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The person specifications will detail the qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience required for the role.

Part time or job-share applications are welcome.

Our Benefits

Here are just some of our Benefits:
• A Recruitment Bonus of £15,000
• Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000*
• Easy access to inhouse research team and academic opportunity through Kent’s own Medical school
• Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the fantastic NHS pension scheme
• Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme – Bank your annual leave to save up for that all important extended break
• Flexible working - just ask and we will try to help
• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities - We offer doctors at all grades the chance to engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement development and seek growth opportunities tailored to their areas of interest
• Free access to an independent counselling service
• Blue Light Card - A discount service for the NHS, with thousands of amazing discounts
• Car lease scheme
• A variety of staff network forums which empower, support and encourage network members and allies, to reflect KMPT values and promote equality and diversity.

*If you would like further information, or to know the full terms of the Recruitment Bonus and/or Relocation Allowance, then please contact our Medical Staffing Team: [e-mail]


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Sep 2025