Speciality Doctor

NHS; Stansty; On-site; GBP 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Specialty Doctor in psychiatry. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £85,000. Responsibilities include providing clinical support, conducting assessments, and participating in multidisciplinary teams. The role necessitates GMC registration and experience in mental health. The position provides opportunities for career development through a CESR programme. Benefits also include generous annual leave, study leave, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Study leave and budget

Life Assurance scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Cash plan for medical benefits

Gym discounts

Free meals

Electric Car Scheme

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS qualified.
• Experienced in mental health diagnosis.
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice.
• Excellent communicator, able to assess and treat patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and psychiatric support to newly admitted patients.
• Carry out assessments and treatment under Consultant supervision.
• Maintain communication with ward staff and mental health professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and ward rounds.

Skills

Mental health diagnosis

Communication

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

GMC registration

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych)

Job description

Job summary

Are you an outstanding Specialty or Associate Specialist Doctor looking for your next challenge in psychiatry and a competitive salary?

With us, you'll have the opportunity to progress your career to Consultant level through our prestigious CESR programme.

We have an opportunity for a full‑time Specialty Doctor to shape services at Cygnet Delfryn Lodge in Mold, Flintshire.

Main duties of the job

Cygnet Delfryn Lodge provides a flexible mental health rehabilitation service for women including High‑Support Inpatient Rehabilitation (Level 2) and Community Rehabilitation (Level 1). Women placed with us often come from multiple placement breakdowns, failed treatment programmes or are stepping down from secure settings.

By combining a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary approach, we deliver high‑quality care using our unique 4 stage model of care.

About us

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high‑quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Details

Date posted: 15 January 2026

Salary

£85,000 a year (Depending on experience)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time

Location

Mold CH7 6FQ

Reference number

VP79E0AAD9

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and psychiatric support including initial clerking and mental state examination of newly admitted patients.
• Carry out the assessment, appropriate investigation, diagnosis and treatment under Consultant supervision of inpatients of the unit.
• Maintain good communication with ward nursing staff, mental health professionals and other agencies as required.
• Participate in weekly ward rounds and other multidisciplinary meetings, including CPA, Tribunal hearings & Section 117 meetings.
• Maintain full records of medical and psychiatric assessments and interventions.
• Prepare discharge summaries in line with company policies and guidelines.
• Attend all mandatory training e.g. BLS, ILS, Breakaway training/PMVA training, Moving and Transferring, Infection Control, H&S.
• Communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintain appropriate reports.
• Participate in the region on call rota.

Why Cygnet?

• Salary up to £85,000 per year.
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service.
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in‑house CPD/peer group programme.
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group.
• Company funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1,000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions.
• Gym discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations.
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card.
• Free meals, on‑site parking and EAP support.
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy.
• Electric Car Scheme.

Our CESR programme

This programme will help you develop the skills you need to progress to Consultant level and you will rotate within wards/services to gain valuable experience across various subspecialties. You will also have an educational supervisor to review your progress and oversee your development and you will receive support with MRCPsych exams.

Qualifications

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified.
• Experienced & knowledgeable in mental health diagnosis.
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity.
• A first‑rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes.
• Committed to continued professional development.
• Able to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name: Cygnet Health Care

Address: Mold CH7 6FQ

Website: https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)