Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS, Barrow-in-Furness

NHS; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare institution is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in Children and Young People’s Mental Health in Barrow-in-Furness. This permanent full-time position offers a salary between £105,504 and £139,882 per annum, with additional benefits including a study leave budget and a funded fellowship program. Candidates must hold full GMC registration and be eligible for Specialist registration. Join a supportive environment dedicated to developing mental health professionals.

Benefits

Study leave budget of £3,000 over 3 years

Funded Safety and Improvement Fellowship Programme

Relocation package available

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration required.
• Eligible for Specialist Register within 6 months of interview.
• Section 12 Approved status needed.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and management of Psychiatry patients.
• Urgent assessment of young people in A&E or ward.
• Management of ADHD case load.

Skills

Full GMC registration

Section 12 Approved

Approved Clinician Status

Education

Specialist registration on GMC

Job description

Job Summary

Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS, Barrow-in-Furness (10PA) *RRP payable*

This post will attract a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40k payable on commencement of employment, subject to tax and NI.

We are excited to launch the recruitment of this new substantive Consultant Psychiatrist role at The Alfred Barrow Health Centre in Barrow-in-Furness. You will be a Consultant Psychiatrist in Children and Young People’s Mental Health and will become a leading member of the team.

In addition, we would also like to offer the successful applicant a place on our ‘Safety and Improvement Fellowship’ programme. In LSCft, we have worked in collaboration with Lancaster University and Matthew Syed Consulting to create a development programme that will build upon the skills and experience you have developed so far in the improvement and enable you to take it to a much deeper level. The cost of this programme will be funded by the Trust.

The postholder will also be expected to participate on the Consultant On Call rota for which additional remuneration is payable.

Main Duties

Your role as Consultant Psychiatrist will have the following important clinical responsibilities:

• Assessment and management of patients referred for Psychiatry in‑put from the internal MDT
• Urgent assessment and management of young people presenting to A&E / ward
• ADHD case load with supervision of Nurse Prescriber
• Supporting the MDT with risk management
• Liaising with Paediatrics / Primary care where appropriate
• Out‑of‑Hours Cover for the in‑patient unit and 136 suite.

The role will involve assessment, diagnosis and treatment, ensuring that physical health is considered alongside psychological and social issues.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants should hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist register of the GMC or be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.

It is a requirement that applicants are Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or be eligible to have Approved Clinician Status. Remuneration will be as set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.

Benefits

• At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full‑time post (flexible enhancements for other activities)
• Excellent peer support group
• Study leave budget of £3,000 over 3 years or up to £5,000 over 3 years for newly qualified Consultants
• Funded place on the Safety and Improvement Fellowship Programme developed in collaboration with Lancaster University and Matthew Syed Consulting
• Opportunities to be a clinical supervisor
• Relocation package available.

Other Opportunities

At our Trust, we’re really keen to develop our Consultant workforce and nurture their areas of interest in a flexible way where possible. Come and have a chat with us about your special interest or development area and build a suitable job plan with us. We also have an extremely active Medical Education department and support our Consultants in becoming Clinical & Educational Supervisors and nurturing their interests in this area. There are also opportunities to have a role in Digital Leadership if this is a passion for any of our Consultants.

Job Details

Grade: Consultant

Pay Scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full‑time

Location: Alfred Barrow Health Centre, Duke Street, Barrow in Furness, LA14 2LB

Date Posted: 27 November 2025

Legal and Sponsorship

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DSBS submission to check for previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. More information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Contact Information

Employer: Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Employer website: https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (opens in a new tab)