Consultant Psychiatrist in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join their innovative NHS Children and Young People’s Gender Service in London. This role offers the chance to lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest quality care for children and adolescents. With opportunities for service development and research, you will play a pivotal role in shaping mental health services. The position includes attractive packages such as training opportunities and relocation support, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Refer a Friend Bonus

Link graded posts

Clear advancement pathways

Training opportunities

Relocation support

Qualifications

• MRC Psych or equivalent required, with a focus on Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Completion of Higher Psychiatric Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior staff.
• Contribute to service improvement and research initiatives.

Skills

Therapeutic skills for complex cases

Evidence-based practice

Neurodevelopmental assessments

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

MRC Psych or equivalent

Higher degree or related qualifications

Completion of Higher Psychiatric Training

Job description

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Consultant Psychiatrist in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, London

Client: Great Ormond Street Hospital

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 5df9ced15a05

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

Job overview

We are seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join the new NHS Children and Young People’s Gender Service (London) as Consultant Psychiatrist in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Post holders will provide leadership and expertise for the NHS Children and Young People’s Gender Service, as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Successful candidates will ensure safety and quality, contribute to service improvement, and work objectively under external scrutiny, focusing on delivering the best care for children and young people, aligned with the service specification.

The post includes clinical leadership, supervision, and support to junior staff, with opportunities for service development and research initiatives.

In line with the Cass Review, we are recruiting for part-time sessions, allowing staff to work across related services within other secondary and tertiary centres, including at least one other clinical specialty.

• Refer a Friend Bonus- up to £500 per referral *T&Cs Apply

Main duties of the job

Join the NHS Children and Young People’s Gender Service (London) in Kentish Town, working in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team with strong leadership. We offer attractive packages including:

• Link graded posts
• Clear advancement pathways
• Training opportunities
• Relocation support

A new clinical pathway, based on the Cass Review and NHS standards, will be delivered by a multidisciplinary team including paediatricians, mental health practitioners, youth workers, nurses, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists. Care will be tailored to individual needs, with assessments and a range of interventions including therapy, family therapy, physical health, and mental health support, liaising with local services.

Working for our organisation

Following the Cass Review, two nationally networked services are being established: the Southern Hub in London, led by Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Great Ormond Street Hospital, and South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; and the Northern Hub, led by Alder Hey and Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. This role is based in the Southern Hub.

We promote diversity and equality, valuing all families and staff, and aim to understand and meet individual needs.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The service will evolve with ongoing research and evidence. We encourage applications from those passionate about service improvement, audit, and research. The full job description and person specification are available via the attached documents.

Person specification

Culture and Values

• Understanding diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Addressing Diversity and Inclusion challenges
• Contributing to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts
• MRC Psych or equivalent
• CCT or within 6 months of accreditation
• Full GMC Registration & inclusion on Specialist GMC Register
• Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status (or in progress)
• Higher degree or related qualifications (e.g., MSc, PhD, Psychotherapy diploma)

Training and Experience/Knowledge

• Completion of Higher Psychiatric Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent
• Experience with young people in mental health community settings
• Experience in multidisciplinary teamwork and multi-agency partnerships
• Ability to undertake full consultant responsibilities
• Training in therapeutic practices (psychoeducation, CBT, Family Therapy)
• Leadership experience and service development

Skills/Abilities

• Therapeutic skills for complex cases
• Evidence-based practice and understanding of guidelines
• Experience in multidisciplinary settings and safeguarding
• Neurodevelopmental assessments and ICT knowledge

Management and Leadership

• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and quality improvement
• Leadership in multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication skills in English
• Training and experience in leadership and management

Teaching

• Experience in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Training as a supervisor
• Development of training programs

Academic Achievements

• Research and quality improvement experience
• Track record in child and adolescent psychiatry research
• Higher research degree and peer-reviewed publications

Personal Skills

• Ability to travel within London
• Honesty, integrity, flexibility
• Membership of Medical Defence Organisation
• Understanding of NHS environment

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom