Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 181,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider located in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to lead complex patient care within a multidisciplinary setting. The ideal candidate will have a Full GMC registration and CAMHS CCT or equivalent experience. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £180,880 and generous benefits, including 30 days leave and supported professional development. Apply now to make a difference in mental health care.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Supplemented meals

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Management development programs

Long service award

Refer a friend bonus

Opportunity to lead a new service

Protected CPD time

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Hold Full GMC registration.
• Inclusion on the Specialist Register + CAMHS CCT or equivalent.
• Have previous Consultant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient care planning as Consultant and Responsible Clinician.
• Manage complex cases and chair MDT/CPA meetings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Complex case management

Change management knowledge

Education

Full GMC registration

Specialist Register + CAMHS CCT or equivalent CESR

Job description

Overview

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS to work in an exceptional mental health hospital service based in the Chelmsford, Essex area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers.

The hospital has established an excellent reputation for providing high standards of treatment for a diverse range of mental health difficulties including addictions, depression, anxiety, and stress.

To be considered for this position you must hold a Full GMC registration and inclusion on the Specialist Register + CAMHS CCT or equivalent CESR.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Consultant and Responsible Clinician, leading patient care planning and multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Assess and manage complex cases, chair MDT/CPA meetings, and liaise with patients, families, and external stakeholders
• Provide clinical leadership alongside the Ward Manager, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational standards
• Contribute to governance and quality improvement through active participation in ward, CAMHS, and service development meetings
• Engage in academic activities including teaching, case presentations, audit, research, and ongoing professional development

Desirable skills and experience

• Be innovative and imaginative with the ability to initiate corporate decisions
• Have essential understanding of current developments in psychiatry and other aspects of mental health
• Substantial knowledge of change management, relevant legislation, contemporary issues in mental health, knowledge of and experience in purchaser/provider contractual issues
• Previous Consultant experience

Salary and benefits

The successful Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent salary of £180,880 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Birthday as an extra day annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonus
• The opportunity to lead and influence the development of a new service
• Support from Priory’s established national CAMHS network
• Protected CPD time and access to a network of Consultant peers
• A supportive working environment committed to high-quality care

Reference ID: 7056

How to apply

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail]. Talk to us - Jupiter Recruitment on WhatsApp. Our WhatsApp number is 07856209032.