Consultant Psychiatrist - Thanet Community Older People

Florin Chilian; Margate; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide mental health and learning disability services to a diverse population. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and collaboration with academic institutions. Join a passionate team committed to delivering excellent care.

Benefits

£15,000 Recruitment Bonus

Up to £8,000 Relocation Support

Generous leave entitlements and NHS pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and Development opportunities

Free counselling service

Blue Light Card discounts

Car lease scheme

Staff network forums promoting equality and diversity

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered and on the Specialist Register.
• Approved under the Mental Health Act (Clinician and S12 approval).

Responsibilities

• Provide essential mental health and learning disability services.
• Promote and engage in medical leadership.
• Contribute to research and innovation in collaboration with Kent's Medical School.

Skills

Leadership

Mental Health Services

Learning Disability Services

Education

MRCPsych or equivalent

Job description

A Vacancy at Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust.

As a Consultant Psychiatrist within our team, you will be at the forefront of providing essential mental health and learning disability services to a diverse population of 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals' lives while enjoying professional growth.

At KMPT, we emphasize medical leadership, actively promoting and valuing the leadership capabilities of our medical staff. We provide opportunities for leadership development and tailored growth based on individual interests.

Our commitment to medical leadership is reflected in last year's staff survey, where responses exceeded the national average, with nearly 70% of doctors feeling valued and engaged in service development.

This is a 10 PA plus 0.5 PA role, with a 3% Category A on-call supplement. Part-time or job-share applications are welcome.

Applicants must have MRCPsych or equivalent, be on or within six months of inclusion on the Specialist Register, fully GMC registered, and approved under the Mental Health Act (Clinician and S12 approval).

Join KMPT to contribute to mental health, learning disability, and specialist services across Kent and Medway. We offer excellent development opportunities, collaborate with Kent and Medway Medical School, and support research and innovation.

Our team is diverse, passionate, and committed to providing excellent care through brilliant people.

For detailed information, please see the attached job description and person specification, which outline main duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and skills required.

Part-time and job-share applications are encouraged.

Our Benefits:

• £15,000 Recruitment Bonus
• Up to £8,000 Relocation Support
• Access to in-house research and academic opportunities through Kent's Medical School
• Generous leave entitlements and NHS pension scheme
• Holiday Bank scheme for extended breaks
• Flexible working arrangements
• Learning and Development opportunities in leadership, research, and quality improvement
• Free counselling service
• Blue Light Card discounts
• Car lease scheme
• Staff network forums promoting equality and diversity

For more information or details on the recruitment bonus and relocation allowance, contact our Medical Staffing Team.

This advert closes on Sunday, 29 June 2025.

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