Consultant Psychiatrist in Forensic Psychiatry (Medium security)

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  • Dawlish, Devon
  • £109,725-145,478 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of Consultant Psychiatrist on Holcombe ward, a medium secure rehabilitation unit within the Langdon Hospital campus. This is a full-time post based at Langdon Hospital, Dawlish, Devon.The Forensic Service at Langdon Hospital under Devon Partnership NHS Trust provides an inpatient and consultation liaison service for the 1.5 million population of Devon and Cornwall. There are currently 8 substantive consultant psychiatrists/nurse consultant within the Forensic Directorate. You will be joining a supportive and friendly consultant peer group which meets on a weekly basis. Holcombe ward has an established nursing team including a ward manager, psychology team, occupational therapist and OT assistants, a Specialty clinician, a dedicated ward social worker, a higher trainee in Forensic Psychiatry (ST5), pharmacist, sports and activity workers, physiotherapist and GP provision.We would love to hear from you if you are an enthusiastic and forward thinking consultant willing to take a leading clinical role in our forensic inpatient mental health services. Personal values and a patient centred approach are of utmost importance to the peer group.Main duties of the jobHolcombe ward is a 15 bed medium secure ward and provides treatment for patients who have significant mental health treatment needs and have a history of violence. The ward supports individuals who largely been stepped down from the admission ward (Ashcombe). Holcombe ward also admits patients from other prisons, PICUs, LSUs and more rarely direct emergency admissions from custody. The Consultant Psychiatrist will lead a multi-disciplinary team and will also provide a forensic psychiatric liaison and assessment service for Devon and Cornwall residents in high secure hospitals, prisons, local psychiatric units and independent facilities.Main duties will include leading and co-coordinating the care of 15 male patients, attending/chairing daily zoning meetings, weekly care review meetings, CPA meetings, weekly risk review meetings, directorate operational management meetings and attending HCR-20 meetings.The post holder will prepare reports and provide oral evidence for Mental Health Tribunals and Hospital Managers hearings. They will liaise with the Ministry of Justice and other agencies such as courts, probation, and MAPPA. Responsibilities also include supervising ward doctors, core and higher trainees during placements on Holcombe Ward. There are opportunities to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, research, and quality improvement. The post holder will receive daily support and advice from a friendly peer group, with formal meetings held weekly.About usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we doOur valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.DetailsDate posted12 August 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£109,725 to £145,478 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible workingReference numberC9369-25-0654Job locationsHolcombe ward, DewnansLangdon Secure HospitalDawlishDevonEX7 0NRJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.Person SpecificationManagementEssential
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
  • Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
  • Management training / experience.
  • Experience of involvement in service development.
ExperienceEssential
  • Prior experience working in an Inpatient Mental Health Team.
  • Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
  • Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
  • Evidence of development of special interest in Inpatient & Forensic based Psychiatry.
ResearchEssential
  • Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
  • Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Aptitudes and ValuesEssential
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
  • A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
  • A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
  • A commitment to continuing professional development.
  • A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
Desirable
  • Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
  • A track record of implementing service initiatives.
  • A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
QualificationsEssential
  • Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
  • To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
  • Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
  • Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
  • MRCPsych
  • CCT/CESR in forensic Psychiatry
Teaching and SupervisionEssential
  • Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
  • Evidence of additional teaching skills.
  • Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
  • Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Person SpecificationManagementEssential
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
  • Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
  • Management training / experience.
  • Experience of involvement in service development.
ExperienceEssential
  • Prior experience working in an Inpatient Mental Health Team.
  • Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
  • Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
  • Evidence of development of special interest in Inpatient & Forensic based Psychiatry.
ResearchEssential
  • Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
  • Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Aptitudes and ValuesEssential
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
  • A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
  • A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
  • A commitment to continuing professional development.
  • A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
Desirable
  • Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
  • A track record of implementing service initiatives.
  • A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
QualificationsEssential
  • Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
  • To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
  • Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
  • Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
  • MRCPsych
  • CCT/CESR in forensic Psychiatry
Teaching and SupervisionEssential
  • Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
  • Evidence of additional teaching skills.
  • Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
  • Experience in Clinical Supervision.

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