Consultant Psychiatrist in Psychiatry of Learning DisabilityConsultant

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust seeks two Consultant Psychiatrists for their acute adult inpatient service. This vital role involves leading clinical management, engaging with a multidisciplinary team, and fostering a supportive, outcome-focused environment for individuals with mental health issues. Opportunity for career development and competitive benefits, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Work-life balance benefits

Relocation support

Annual leave

On-site parking

Cycle-to-work schemes

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatry with working-age adults.
• Skills in teaching and clinical audit/service evaluation.
• Registered or soon to be registered with GMC.

Responsibilities

• Lead inpatient management and coordinate with MDT.
• Provide clinical leadership and support staff development.
• Formulate and treat inpatients under MHA guidelines.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Clinical Audit Skills

Education

GMC Registration or within 6 months of CCT/CESR

RCPsych Membership

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Consultant Psychiatrist in Psychiatry of Learning Disability - Leeds

Client:

Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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5

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking 2 Consultant Psychiatrists to join our well-established MDT and Senior Leadership Team in the acute adult inpatient service at LYPFT. The Consultants will work within mutually agreed timetables to be the Responsible Clinician, working with the MDT to assess, review, prescribe, formulate, and treat inpatients, most of whom are detained under the MHA. LYPFT has a strong record in teaching and training medical students and junior doctors, offering excellent opportunities for clinical and medical leadership development.

Main duties include leading inpatient management, working alongside a large MDT, and supporting by a full-time Specialty Doctor, Higher Trainee, Core Trainee, and Foundation Year Doctor. The role is integral to the ward's medical and clinical leadership.

We are committed to providing high-quality patient care, promoting a stigma-free environment, and improving lives for those with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust aims to deliver outstanding mental health and learning disability services, supporting staff development and patient safety.

The Trust offers a revised starting salary, benefits supporting work-life balance, relocation support, annual leave, on-site parking, cycle-to-work schemes, and health & wellbeing benefits. The post is a 10 PA role plus a 1% out-of-hours on-call duty category.

Flexible working options are available, including condensed hours and considerations for personal responsibilities. Support includes coaching, academic teaching, NHS leadership opportunities, study leave, and development days.

Qualifications include GMC registration or within 6 months of CCT/CESR, current AC approval, and RCPsych membership. Essential experience involves working with working-age adults in psychiatry, teaching, and clinical audit/service evaluation skills. Excellent communication skills are required.