Specialist grade Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry

NHS; Crawley; On-site; GBP 96,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Specialist Grade in Psychiatry for its Crawley Assessment and Treatment Service. This newly created role requires senior medical input within a multidisciplinary team and offers a competitive salary along with a Golden Hello payment of up to £5,000. Candidates should possess at least 12 years of medical experience, with specific qualifications such as MBBS and GMC registration. Join a dynamic team committed to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Golden Hello payment up to £5,000

Relocation Package of up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years' medical experience, with at least 6 years in relevant specialty roles.
• Section 12(2) MHA 1983 approved or achievable within 6 months.
• Valid UK driving license or alternative evidence.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, conduct risk assessments, and formulate treatment plans.
• Provide senior medical services to Crawley and surrounding areas.
• Assist in supervision and teaching of junior medical colleagues.

Skills

Subject-specific knowledge

Effective communication

Patient-centred care

Education

MBBS or equivalent

GMC registration with a license to practice

Job description

This is an exciting, newly created post within the Crawley Assessment and Treatment service. We are looking for a Specialist Grade (Psychiatry) to join the medical team. The post holder will provide senior medical input to the team.

Please note this post attracts a Golden Hello payment of up to £5,000 and a Relocation Package of up to £8,000. For more information, contact the Medical Staffing Team at [e-mail].

To learn more about what we offer at SPFT, please visit our careers website.

Main duties of the job

• Assess patients, conduct risk assessments, and formulate treatment plans.
• Be available to the MDT for consultation and serve as a senior medical resource alongside consultants.
• Assist in supervision and teaching of junior medical colleagues.
• Participate in weekly CPD sessions and benefit from our supervisory structure, including regular job planning, review, and evaluation.
• Engage in service improvement initiatives and research collaborations, such as the hearing voices clinic and HDAT audit.

About us

At Sussex Partnership, we are committed to flexible working. If you wish to work differently or have flexible hours, please contact us to discuss options.

Consider living in West Sussex for its scenic coastline, countryside, and excellent transport links, including proximity to Gatwick and Heathrow airports, Brighton, Hove, and London.

Details

Date posted: 22 July 2025

Salary: £96,990 to £107,155 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Location: Crawley Neighbourhood Mental Health Team, 218 Ifield Drive, Crawley, RH11 0EP

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide senior medical services to Crawley and surrounding areas, working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Full details are available in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• MBBS or equivalent
• GMC registration with a license to practice
• Minimum of 12 years' medical experience, with at least 6 years in relevant specialty roles

Desirable

• Higher degree in medical education, research, or management
• MRCPsych and other clinical qualifications

Eligibility

• Section 12(2) MHA 1983 approved or achievable within 6 months

Transport

• Valid UK driving license or alternative evidence

Core Skills and Behaviours

• Subject-specific knowledge, reflection on competence, effective communication, and patient-centred care

Leadership and Teamworking

• Leadership responsibilities, collaboration, and multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient Safety and Quality Improvement

• Risk management, quality improvement cycles, and project evaluation

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to a DBS check, and applicants need UK professional registration. Details about sponsorship and criminal record checks are provided in the full job description.