Experienced Consultant Psychiatrist

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to lead a multidisciplinary team in Northampton. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage complex cases while fostering innovation in patient care. Candidates will benefit from clear progression pathways, support for further studies, and flexible working options. With a focus on teaching and research, this position is perfect for passionate leaders eager to influence service direction and improve patient outcomes in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Travel Allowance

Pension

32 Days Annual Leave

Free Parking

NHS-equivalent Sickness Policy

Secretarial Support

Study Allowance of £1000

Flexible Working Options

Teaching Opportunities

Support for Private Practice

Qualifications

• Completed CCT in relevant psychiatric fields.
• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and manage complex patient cases.
• Engage in research, teaching, and service development.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care Innovation

Research Skills

Teaching

Education

CCT in General Adult Psychiatry

CCT in Forensic Psychiatry

CCT in Learning Disability

CCT in Old Age Psychiatry

CCT in CAMHS

Tools

Electronic Prescribing

Data Monitoring Tools

Job description

Experienced Consultant Psychiatrist

Location: Northampton

Position: Full Time (part time / full time / flexible working considered)

Salary: Up to £155,000 depending on experience

Organization: St Andrew’s Healthcare

St Andrew’s is a not-for-profit charity, reinvesting surplus into services. Our Northampton site spans over 150 acres and offers diverse services including Medium Secure, Low Secure, Specialist Rehabilitation, Learning Disability, Autism, Neuropsychiatry, and CAMHS. We also operate unique national services like PICU, Deaf Forensic Service, Huntington’s Service, and more.

We seek candidates who have completed their CCT in General Adult, Forensics, Learning Disability, Old Age, or CAMHS, and are interested in developing their careers through a collaborative and innovative environment. Opportunities for progression to Clinical / Psychiatry Director roles are available.

Why Join Us?

• Clear progression pathways, with many senior managers starting as Consultants
• Support from Specialty Doctors and a Physical Healthcare team
• Infrequent non-resident on-call duties with 24-hour first on-call coverage
• Support for MBA studies and research opportunities
• Engagement in multidisciplinary CPD and Grand Rounds with NHS colleagues
• Low reliance on locum staff, ensuring stability
• Support for private practice and medicolegal work
• Joint roles with the NHS in some areas
• Teaching opportunities with Cambridge and Buckingham students
• Advanced analytics and data monitoring, electronic prescribing
• £1000 study allowance
• Flexible and remote working options
• Central UK location with excellent transport and local amenities

Additional Benefits

Travel allowance, pension, 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off, free parking, NHS-equivalent sickness policy, secretarial support, and more.

The Role

You will lead a multidisciplinary team, managing complex cases, and fostering innovation in patient care. The role offers opportunities for research, teaching, governance, and service development, with scope to develop your specialist interests. You will have an office, ward doctor support, and a dedicated MDT team.

We seek a passionate leader committed to transforming care and improving patient outcomes, eager to work autonomously and influence service direction.