Consultant Psychiatrist – Secure LD

Athona Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is looking for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join their specialized mental health service in Somerset. This role involves managing an inpatient caseload, conducting assessments, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high standards of care. Candidates need full GMC registration, MRCPsych or equivalent, and experience in secure mental health services. The position offers a competitive salary package, including a car allowance and benefits. Apply now to make a significant impact in mental health care.

Benefits

30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off

Enhanced pension & life assurance

Free meals while on duty

Protected CPD and development time

Medical indemnity cover

Wellbeing and EAP services

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and a licence to practice.
• Experience working with secure mental health services.
• Section 12(2) and AC approval.

Responsibilities

• Manage a secure inpatient caseload of 15–20 service users.
• Chair CPA meetings and attend tribunal hearings.
• Contribute to clinical governance.

Skills

Manage a secure inpatient caseload

Undertake assessments

Lead MDTs

Supervise junior colleagues

Clinical governance

Education

MRCPsych or equivalent qualification

CCT in Forensic or General Psychiatry

Job description

Overview

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a long-standing and highly specialised mental health service in the South West, delivering secure care for men and women across a range of settings. This is a varied and rewarding role working across medium and low secure wards, including the potential to focus on Learning Disability if desired.

Salary: Up to £165k dependant on experience + £8,400 car allowance + £10,000 bonus

Position: Consultant Psychiatrist

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Setting: Medium and low secure mental health inpatient service and/or LD

Location: Somerset

Key responsibilities

• Manage a secure inpatient caseload of 15–20 service users
• Undertake assessments, diagnoses, and oversee treatment plans
• Lead MDTs and guide on risk management and clinical decisions
• Chair CPA meetings and attend tribunal hearings
• Supervise and support junior medical colleagues
• Contribute to clinical governance and quality improvement
• Provide second-tier on-call (approx. 1 in 8, phone support only)

Requirements / qualifications

• Full GMC registration and a licence to practice
• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
• CCT in Forensic or General Psychiatry (with secure experience)
• Section 12(2) and AC approval
• Experience working in or with secure mental health services

Benefits

• Competitive salary & car allowance
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Enhanced pension & life assurance
• Free meals while on duty
• Protected CPD and development time
• Medical indemnity cover
• Wellbeing and EAP services

Athora / Athona offer

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, contact Lewis on 01277 245909 or email [e-mail]