Consultant Psychiatrist – Learning Disabilities

East London Nhs Foundation Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

East London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disabilities to lead a defined caseload and provide specialist mental health services for adults with learning disabilities in the Bedford region.

The post emphasises liaison with community placements, clinical governance, and service development within a multidisciplinary team, aiming to maximise independence and community living for service users.

Qualifications

• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective.
• Excellent knowledge and application of the Mental Health Act.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and oversee complex caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant leadership to the service and defined caseload.
• Lead on compliance with MHA and CQC requirements where applicable.
• Contribute to service development, governance, and quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

MHA knowledge

Bio-psycho-social approach

English communication

Education

MB BS or equivalent

GMC registration

Tools

MRCPsych

Job description

East London NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disabilities to lead a defined caseload and provide specialist mental health services for adults with learning disabilities in the Bedford region.

The post emphasises liaison with community placements, clinical governance, and service development within a multidisciplinary team, aiming to maximise independence and community living for service users.