Consultant Psychiatrists - CAMHS, Blackpool (2 posts)

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Consultant Psychiatrist for CAMHS in Blackpool. The role includes leading a multidisciplinary team, engaging in service transformation, and participating in on-call duties. Qualified candidates must have full GMC registration and eligibility for the Specialist Register. Opportunities for professional development are included, along with a relocation package and recruitment premia.

Benefits

Relocation package

Recruitment and Retention Premia

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and entry eligibility within 6 months.
• Section 12 Approved at employment commencement.
• Remuneration aligned with the New Consultant Contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead within a well-established CAMHS team.
• Participate in the Consultant On Call rota.
• Support transformation work for Children and Young People services.

Education

Full GMC registration

Eligibility for entry to the Specialist Register

Approved Clinician Status

Job description

Overview

Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS, Blackpool (10PA) - Two posts. The postholders will be leading members of a well-established, community children and young people’s mental health service based at Whitegate Drive Health Centre in Blackpool. One post is newly created as a result of the Children and Young People transformation. The post is full time (10PAs) and includes eligibility to join the Safety and Improvement Fellowship programme. The postholder will be expected to participate on the Consultant On Call rota with additional remuneration.

• The posts are in the Fylde and Wyre CAMHS Team within LSCft.
• Recruitment and Retention Premia apply (see details in the post). A £40k premia payable on commencement; relocation package available. Eligibility criteria apply. Staff currently employed by the Trust would not be eligible to apply for the recruitment and retention premia.
• Development opportunities include the Safety and Improvement Fellowship (funded by the Trust) with collaboration with Lancaster University and Matthew Syed Consulting to enhance improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute as a Consultant Psychiatrist within a well-established CAMHS team.
• Participate on the Consultant On Call rota (additional remuneration).
• Engage with the transformation work for Children and Young People (CYP) services and support service development.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care for children and young people.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration and eligibility for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.
• Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or be eligible to have Approved Clinician Status.
• Remuneration aligned to the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience; minimum of 2.5 SPAs for a full-time post, with flexibility to support other activities aligned to the Trust’s wider ambitions.

Additional information and requirements

• Applications from job share partners and other forms of flexible working will be considered for all posts.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: if applicable, staff may incur DBS costs in line with DBS Code of Practice.
• To apply, please read the person specification attached; applications will be measured against this document. We encourage authenticity and honesty in applications. AI-generated content should be used with care to ensure it reflects your skills and experiences.
• Diversity and equality: LSCft is committed to celebrating difference and encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds. We welcome applications from people regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We aim for the Trust to be representative of the communities we serve.