At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide clinical leadership and manage complex forensic cases within a multidisciplinary team.
- Company: Newton Lodge Medium Secure Unit is part of Fieldhead Hospital in Wakefield, UK.
- Benefits: Annual salary ranges from £63,696 to £102,689 with 10 programmed activities per week.
- Other info: Position includes on-call responsibilities and opportunities for teaching and research.
- Why this job: Join a dedicated team advocating for patient needs and supporting service innovation.
- Qualifications: Must have MB BS or equivalent, GMC registration, and at least 2 years in psychiatry.
The predicted salary is between 63696 - 102689 £ per year.
A Specialty Doctor in Forensic Psychiatry is required for a permanent, full-time position based at Newton Lodge Medium Secure Unit and Fieldhead Hospital, Wakefield (WF1 3SP). This role provides clinical leadership and supports patient care within a multidisciplinary team.
Location: Newton Lodge Medium Secure Unit, Fieldhead Hospital, Ouchthorpe Lane, Wakefield, WF1 3SP, United Kingdom.
Contract & Salary: Full‑time, permanent, 10 programmed activities per week plus on‑call. Annual salary £63,696 to £102,689.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical leadership to a multi‑professional team and liaise with a wide range of external agencies.
- Deliver expert clinical opinions and manage complex forensic cases.
- Ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act.
- Develop and conduct undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training.
- Participate in research, service evaluation, clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
- Advocate for patients’ needs and support service development and innovation.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- MB BS or equivalent medical qualification.
- Full registration with the GMC (or checked eligibility) and licence to practise.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in psychiatry and at least 6 months in forensic psychiatry.
- Four years of postgraduate medical experience in the UK or equivalent.
- Approved under S12 or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience:
- Additional clinical qualifications or higher degree in medical education, research or management.
- Leadership/management qualification.
- MRCPsych or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
- Experience in other specialties such as general medicine, geriatric medicine or A&E.
- Evidence of independent patient management and service development.
Core Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong leadership and teamwork with emotional intelligence.
- High clinical competence using a bio‑psycho‑social approach.
- Effective time and resource management within a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication in English.
- Proficiency in electronic patient records and evidence‑based practice.
- Commitment to annual appraisal, revalidation and CPD.
Desirable Skills:
- Proactive leadership and problem‑solving abilities.
- Experience planning and delivering teaching and training.
- Successful clinical audits or research publications.
Contact for Enquiries: Dr James Todd, Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist – james.todd@swyt.nhs.uk
Equal Opportunity Statement: We welcome and encourage applications from all protected characteristic groups.
Specialty Doctor in Forensic Psychiatry in Wakefield employer: Cheswold Park Hospital
Newton Lodge Medium Secure Unit offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for professional development. Located in Wakefield, the team focuses on innovative patient care and compliance with mental health legislation. The role provides opportunities for teaching and involvement in quality improvement projects.
