Consultant Psychiatrist - Community Forensic Team

Islettechnologies; Lancaster, Dawlish; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for the Community Forensic Team in Dawlish. The role involves clinical leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, and care pathway management for patients with intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders. Candidates should have substantial experience in forensic psychiatry and be registered with the GMC. This position offers an opportunity to develop leadership skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in forensic and/or learning disability psychiatry.
• Registered with the GMC and approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Clinical leadership and care pathway management.
• Participating in regional strategic developments.
• Care planning and statutory duties under the Mental Health Act.

Skills

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Education

CCT or equivalent

Job description

Consultant Psychiatrist - Community Forensic Team

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Location: Dawlish, EX7 0NR

Salary: £105,504 - £139,882

Posted: 6th May 2025

Closing date: 25th May 2025

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Psychiatrist in the Forensic Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (FIND) Service, which includes teams such as the Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT), Forensic Personality Disorder Service (FPDS), and FIND. The service covers Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly, providing care pathways for patients with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism, and/or Acquired Brain Injury (ABI).

The role involves clinical leadership, acting as Responsible Clinician for the Devon Tier 4 caseload, facilitating care pathway management, and participating in regional strategic developments. The post includes responsibilities such as care planning, risk assessment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.

We are seeking a candidate with substantial experience in forensic and/or learning disability psychiatry, registered with the GMC, with appropriate qualifications including CCT or equivalent, and approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act. The role offers the chance to develop leadership skills within a supportive team environment.

About Us

Devon Partnership NHS Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and neurodiversity services across the South West and nationally. We are committed to inclusive, high-quality care and fostering a culture of coproduction involving patients, families, and carers.

Our Values and Commitment

We value qualities such as respect, dignity, compassion, and inclusiveness. We welcome applications from all community sections, particularly encouraging those with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity, or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Application Requirements

Applicants must hold current UK registration, be eligible for the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT, and be approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act. The role is subject to DBS checks and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Employer Details

Devon Partnership NHS Trust, Easby House, Langdon Hospital, Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0NR. Website

Contact

Directorate Manager - Secure Services, Jacky Francis