Consultant CAMHS Psychiatrist - Admission and Triage Unit (ATU)

TN United Kingdom; Stafford; On-site; GBP 190,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent provider in neuro and mental healthcare is seeking a Consultant CAMHS Psychiatrist for a new Admission and Triage Unit in Stafford. This role offers a competitive salary, leadership opportunities, and a supportive work environment focused on trauma-informed care.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Full medical indemnity

Study leave

Leadership development support

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• GMC-registered with CCT in CAMHS Psychiatry or equivalent.
• Significant experience in Tier 4 CAMHS or crisis assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the multidisciplinary team in triaging and managing patient care.
• Conduct weekly ward rounds, risk assessments, and oversee treatment plans.
• Provide clinical supervision to junior doctors.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-Centred Ethos

Education

CCT in CAMHS Psychiatry

Job description

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Consultant CAMHS Psychiatrist - Admission and Triage Unit (ATU), Stafford

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Client:

Active Care Group

Location:

Stafford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

61a250225526

Job Views:

3

Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Come and join one of the UK’s largest independent providers in neuro and mental healthcare. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Active Care Group is launching a newly commissioned six-bedded CAMHS Admission and Triage Unit (ATU), the first of its kind within the local provider collaborative. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Consultant in CAMHS Psychiatry to lead this exciting new service.

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment of growth, backed by significant investment including a multi-million-pound site refurbishment, a new school building, and the introduction of a specialist eating disorder service.

Why Join Us?

• Play a vital role in shaping a brand-new CAMHS ATU service
• £190,000 full-time salary, with an additional £10,000 for Medical Director duties (optional)
• *Generous relocation package to support your move*
• Join a team of 3.6 WTE consultants and 4 specialty doctors within a robust MDT
• Embedded commitment to Trauma-Informed Care and Positive Behavioural Support
• Full medical indemnity, study leave, leadership development support, and pension scheme

For those seeking a strategic leadership role, consider becoming our site Medical Director, working as part of the Senior Leadership Team to shape future services across Ivetsey Bank.

To express interest or arrange an informal conversation, contact:
Dr Amit Chatterjee, Chief Medical Officer - [emailprotected]

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week. We support work-life balance and encourage discussions about flexibility to accommodate personal or professional needs.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead the multidisciplinary team in triaging and managing patient care within the ATU
• Conduct weekly ward rounds, risk assessments, and oversee treatment plans
• Participate in family meetings, discharge planning, and reviews
• Provide clinical supervision to junior doctors
• Ensure robust clinical documentation and contribute to quality assurance processes
• Engage in clinical governance, audits, and service development
• Participate in the second-tier consultant on-call rota (1 in 4)

A full job description can be provided upon request.

What you'll have:

• GMC-registered with CCT in CAMHS Psychiatry (or equivalent)
• Section 12(2) and Approved Clinician status
• Significant experience in Tier 4 CAMHS or crisis assessment
• Strong leadership skills with a patient-centred ethos
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS

We are committed to providing reasonable facilities for individuals with disabilities to participate in job applications or interviews. We are a Disability Confident employer.

What to look forward to:

• £190,000 + £10,000 for Medical Director (optional)
• Medical indemnity reimbursed by Active Care Group
• Annual leave
• 2 x annual salary Life Assurance
• Support from Active Care Group Clinical Networks
• Study leave with a financial budget
• Support in research and leadership development
• Access to further training via the Apprenticeship Levy, such as the Executive Masters in Medical Leadership (Bayes Business School, London)
• Additional benefits available via the benefits portal