Consultant Psychiatrist, Trafford Living Well

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Manchester; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join their Trafford Living Well team. This role offers the opportunity to provide vital medical and leadership input within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality mental health care in a dynamic setting, enhancing the lives of those within the community. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on innovative care, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in mental health services. Join a team that values collaboration, diversity, and the well-being of both staff and service users.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree and MRCPsych required for this role.
• Strong clinical leadership and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership within the Trafford Living Well team.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Mental Health Expertise

Clinical Leadership

Team Collaboration

Education

Medical Degree

MRCPsych or equivalent

GMC Registration

Job description

Search the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS FT website

Consultant Psychiatrist, Trafford Living Well

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area: Living Well. Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full time - 10 sessions per week. Job ref: 437-MD-7049414

Site: Manor House, Urmston. Salary: £105,504 - £139,882 per annum pro rata. Salary period: Yearly. Closing date: 13/05/2025 23:59

Job overview

The post holder will work closely with and in collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing medical and leadership input into the Trafford Living Well team. You will be supported by other members of the leadership team, including a team manager and operational programme manager.

Main duties of the job

For more details about this role and the responsibilities, please see the attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff, delivering services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the northwest of England, and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original, and exciting places to live and work. From the beautiful surrounding countryside to the vibrant inner city with excellent shopping, entertainment, and dining options.

Wherever you go, you will experience a warm northern welcome, with people famed for their warmth, humor, and generosity.

Our staff enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills, and are encouraged to generate new ideas to improve care for our service users.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more details about this role and the responsibilities, please see the attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Medical Degree
• MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists
• Specialist Register
• GMC Registration
• Approved Clinician

Important Information about working for GMMH:
All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. For more information, please visit the NHS Employers website: www.nhsemployers.org

The Trust mandates all post holders requiring a DBS to subscribe to the DBS Update Service. You will need to enroll for this service for a fee of £16 per year and maintain registration throughout your employment with GMMH.

Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have direct experience of mental health, learning disability, or drug and alcohol services, either as a service user or a carer.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve and are dedicated to removing barriers to employment for underrepresented groups such as BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ communities. If you'd like an informal chat about the recruitment process or need additional support, please contact us.

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Sponsorship

We are an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications requiring sponsorship will be considered alongside others. Not all roles are eligible; please review the UK Government’s list of eligible roles and salary requirements. If offered a role requiring sponsorship, your eligibility will be verified. The offer may be withdrawn if the role is not eligible or if you cannot evidence your right to work in the UK.

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Do you have experience outside the NHS?

We value diverse skills and experience for delivering inclusive healthcare. Relevant experience outside the NHS can be considered for salary calculation. Contact our Recruitment Team for more information.

**Note: This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received**

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must hold appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and a Disclosure will be required from the Disclosure and Barring Service.