At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality mental health care for older people in outpatient clinics.
- Company: Join the award-winning Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust in Bury, Manchester.
- Benefits: Enjoy enhanced mentorship, excellent peer support, and a great study leave package.
- Other info: Commitment to equality and diversity; applications from all backgrounds are encouraged.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people with mental health challenges.
- Qualifications: Must be on GMC’s Specialist Register or nearing completion of training in Older People Psychiatry.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 60054 £ per year.
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit a part‑time substantive Consultant Psychiatrist for a post based in Bury, Manchester. The service operates in a sectorised model and is staffed by 2 WTE sector consultants in Older People Psychiatry, with an additional 0.6 WTE consultant providing support to clinics and the care‑home liaison service. Outpatient clinics are supported by a junior doctor (NW Deanery training schemes) and GP trainees.
Responsibilities
- Provide high‑quality mental health care for older people with severe and enduring mental health problems in outpatient clinics.
- Work closely with other teams and consultants to ensure coherent and high‑quality mental health care for older people within the Bury area.
- Collaborate with other consultants to support the development of the service and attend local and divisional service development meetings.
Qualifications
Applicants must be on the GMC’s Specialist Register or eligible for inclusion, or be within six months of the anticipated award of a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Older People Psychiatry at the time of interview.
Benefits
- Enhanced mentorship by senior management for new consultants.
- Excellent peer support.
- Excellent study leave package.
- Award‑winning department and Trust.
- Nationally recognised staff satisfaction.
Commitment to Equality and Diversity
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. Applications from individuals with lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer, are also welcomed.
Application information can be found in the attached job description and person specification. Please refer to the essential criteria highlighted in the specification. Advert closes on Sunday 14 Jun 2026.
Consultant Psychiatrist - Older People (Part-Time) | Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Consultant Psychiatrists. With a commitment to professional development, enhanced mentorship, and a strong focus on equality and diversity, employees can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the mental health care of older people in Bury, Manchester. The Trust's award-winning department and nationally recognised staff satisfaction further highlight its dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture.
Contact Details:
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