Consultant in Adult Prison Psychiatry (HMP Bronzefield)

Job summary

CNWL NHS FT Health & Justice Services Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist/ Consultant Psychiatrist HMP Bronzefield AAC on 06/08/2025 10 PAs (additional PAs can be considered) Be part of something extraordinary at the largest female prison in Europe.
Are you passionate about providing high-quality mental health care in a unique and dynamic setting? Do you want to be part of a team that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation?

We are offering the opportunity of a part clinical and part research post with the Institute of Psychiatry specifically looking into areas of improving health to women in prison. As part of this work, we will be reviewing data on short sentences and the risks these pose to women, family life and long term health and identifying areas of research with the potential to influence policy and explore expanding sentencing options for women.

Main duties of the job

To provide clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care to the residents.

To develop their own specialist interests and if appropriate to bring these in line with Trust and local service development plans.

Teaching and training of specialist nurses, other nurses and prison staff where appropriate.

To contribute to the maintenance and development of Health and Justice services within the Trust to the highest standard through clinical audit and other activities related to Care Quality.

About us

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London\’s population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire.As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Foundation Trust please visit our website.

Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a generous annual and study leave entitlement, NHS pension scheme, support with relocation expenses for up to 8K (subject to eligibility)and a range of lifestyle benefits, such as various staff discounts, a cycle to work scheme and discount on the purchase and leasing of new cars.

Professional Development: Support for your ongoing professional development and opportunities to pursue your specialist interests. There are various opportunities in Research, Quality Improvement and Digital Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team committed to providing the best possible care.

Salary sacrifice schemes

Study discounts for staff

Flexible working

Interest free loans – season tickets and car parking

Weekly paid bank work

Fitness and Wellbeing

Job description

Job responsibilities

We areseeking an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist/Consultant Forensic Consultant to join our Health & Justice Services at HMP Bronzefield is the largest female prison in Europe. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and develop mental health care in a complex but highly supportive environment, making a real difference to the lives of women in custody.

• Forensic experience is not essential :we welcome applications from psychiatrists across general adult, community, liaison, or forensic backgrounds who are keen to bring their skills into the secure environment
• A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is central to this role, ensuring that care is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and culturally competent.
• Significant opportunities for research and innovation: whether inquality improvement, digital transformation, or AI in healthcare, with consideration for additional time to pursue these interests.
• Potential for an honorary academic post at University College London (UCL) : for research-active candidates with appropriate experience and qualifications.
• Leadership development : access to formal training and mentoring to support career progression within CNWL NHS FT and beyond.
• Optional paid extra work in court liaison and diversion services, for those interested in gaining additional experience at the interface of health and justice.

Job description
Job responsibilities

We areseeking an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist/Consultant Forensic Consultant to join our Health & Justice Services at HMP Bronzefield is the largest female prison in Europe. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and develop mental health care in a complex but highly supportive environment, making a real difference to the lives of women in custody.

• Forensic experience is not essential :we welcome applications from psychiatrists across general adult, community, liaison, or forensic backgrounds who are keen to bring their skills into the secure environment
• A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is central to this role, ensuring that care is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and culturally competent.
• Significant opportunities for research and innovation: whether inquality improvement, digital transformation, or AI in healthcare, with consideration for additional time to pursue these interests.
• Potential for an honorary academic post at University College London (UCL) : for research-active candidates with appropriate experience and qualifications.
• Leadership development : access to formal training and mentoring to support career progression within CNWL NHS FT and beyond.
• Optional paid extra work in court liaison and diversion services, for those interested in gaining additional experience at the interface of health and justice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• ?Relevant Professional Qualification or evidence of ongoing professional development
• ?Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• ?Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
• ?Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• ?Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment
• ?MRCPsych

Desirable

• ?Management and leadership course/qualification
• ?Higher degree (Msc, LLM, MD or PhD)
• ?CCT in forensic psychiatry or Forensic experience or other forensic qualification

PPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• ?Clinical leadership/management experience
• ?Track record of improving quality in a service

Desirable

• ?Experience of job planning
• ?Experience of resolving conflict and complex performance management issues

CLINICIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE

Essential

• ?Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho- social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• ?Excellent knowledge in specialty
• ?Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• ?Ability to manage Clinical Complicity
• ?Ability to manage conflict and difficult conversations
• ?Ability to make decision based on evidence and experience including the contribution of other
• ?Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• ?Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within NHS or comparable service
• ?Experience of Quality Improvement
• ?Management experience
• ?Membership of committee/relevant regulatory body CQC preparation
• ?Contract/procurement knowledge

ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING

Essential

• ?Participated in continuous professional development
• ?Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• ?Ability to work constructively within MDT environments without complaints / concerns
• ?Has actively participated in clinical audit
• ? Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to equality & diversity
• ?Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in working pattern
• ?Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues & the organisation.
• ?IT literate
• Demonstrable ability to cope under pressure

Desirable

• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service change

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• ?Relevant Professional Qualification or evidence of ongoing professional development
• ?Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• ?Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
• ?Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• ?Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment
• ?MRCPsych

Desirable

• ?Management and leadership course/qualification
• ?Higher degree (Msc, LLM, MD or PhD)
• ?CCT in forensic psychiatry or Forensic experience or other forensic qualification

PPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• ?Clinical leadership/management experience
• ?Track record of improving quality in a service

Desirable

• ?Experience of job planning
• ?Experience of resolving conflict and complex performance management issues

CLINICIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE

Essential

• ?Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho- social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• ?Excellent knowledge in specialty
• ?Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• ?Ability to manage Clinical Complicity
• ?Ability to manage conflict and difficult conversations
• ?Ability to make decision based on evidence and experience including the contribution of other
• ?Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• ?Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within NHS or comparable service
• ?Experience of Quality Improvement
• ?Management experience
• ?Membership of committee/relevant regulatory body CQC preparation
• ?Contract/procurement knowledge

ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING

Essential

• ?Participated in continuous professional development
• ?Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• ?Ability to work constructively within MDT environments without complaints / concerns
• ?Has actively participated in clinical audit
• ? Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to equality & diversity
• ?Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in working pattern
• ?Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues & the organisation.
• ?IT literate
• Demonstrable ability to cope under pressure

Desirable

• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
• Has led clinical audits leading to service change

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address

HMP Bronzefield

Woodthorpe Road

Ashford

TW15 3JZ

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