Senior Perinatal Psychiatry Consultant - Lead PMHT

NSFT; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 114,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Starter package

Relocation package

CPD budget

SPA time

Paid study leave

On-call pay

NHS pension

Research network

University ties

Flexible working

Job summary

NSFT is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Community Perinatal Mental Health team in Suffolk. The role offers senior clinical leadership, 10 sessions per week, and cross-site collaboration across Grange Lodge, Ipswich and partner services.

The post includes a generous recruitment package, relocation support, CPD budgeting, and flexible working options, with a strong emphasis on development, teaching, and service improvement for families in the county.

Qualifications

• Entry on the GMC Register with licence to practise.
• Approved Clinician Status.
• Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act.
• Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST.
• 3 years or equivalent medical experience.
• 6 months experience in relevant clinical area.
• Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical leadership within the perinatal service alongside the team managers and service lead.
• Lead development of Perinatal Mental Health pathways with Clinical Lead.
• Collaborate with other organisations and system partners.
• Work in settings including Trust facilities, primary care, and community venues.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Travel/Driving

Clinical governance

Education

GMC registration

Approved Clinician Status

Section 12(2) approval

Specialist Register/CCST

Job description

NSFT is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Community Perinatal Mental Health team in Suffolk. The role offers senior clinical leadership, 10 sessions per week, and cross-site collaboration across Grange Lodge, Ipswich and partner services.

The post includes a generous recruitment package, relocation support, CPD budgeting, and flexible working options, with a strong emphasis on development, teaching, and service improvement for families in the county.