Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has become available for a Consultant Psychiatrist within the North Caerphilly Community Mental Health Team, based in Rhymney Integrated Centre, Tredegar.This is a 10-session post providing senior medical input into community care for a defined population in the area of North Caerphilly. The post holder will join a forward thinking and enthusiastic CMHT serving the population of North Caerphilly. They will positively respond to requests from Team Members who need advice in the day-to-day management of adult patients within the borough and contribute to the development of Adult Mental Health Services.Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be a senior member of staff of the North Caerphilly CMHT. They will work alongside the existing Consultant in the Caerphilly Borough and together will provide senior medical input to the CMHT.Integral to the responsibilities of the post are below:Ensure the provision of a high quality and safe clinical spaceProvide effective leadership to all staff engaged in the specialtySustain and develop teaching and research wherever appropriateUndertake all work in accordance with the Health Board's procedures and operating policiesConduct clinical practice in accordance with contractual requirements and within the parameters of the Division's and Health Board's service plansMaintain the confidence of business plans and development strategies formulated for the specialty, Medical Division of the Health BoardAbout usAneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is amulti award-winningNHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values ofKindness, Integrity, and Respectshape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.DetailsDate posted19 October 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 114,099 to 166,585 a year Per annum, pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number040-CON638Job locationsRhymney Integrated Resource Centre22, The Lawns, Industrial EstateRhymneyNP22 5PWUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor full responsibilities, role specifics and requirements, please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.This position involves Regulated Activity with children and adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:Enhanced check with barred list information, includingan adults and childrens barred list checkApplicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMCCandidates for Consultantposts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP)date within 6 months of interview. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor full responsibilities, role specifics and requirements, please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.This position involves Regulated Activity with children and adults as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012) and the following checks will be undertaken following any conditional offer:Enhanced check with barred list information, includingan adults and childrens barred list checkApplicants must hold full registration and a licence to practice with the GMCCandidates for Consultantposts must also be on the GMC Specialist Register (including via CESR/European Community Rights) or will have a CCT/CESR(CP)date within 6 months of interview.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Clinical Governance EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Clinical Experience EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Research EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Teaching EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Management EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Other requirements EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Person Specification Qualifications EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Clinical Governance EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Clinical Experience EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Research EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Teaching EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Management EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person spec Other requirements EssentialAs per person specDesirableAs per person specDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameAneurin Bevan University Health BoardAddressRhymney Integrated Resource Centre22, The Lawns, Industrial EstateRhymneyNP22 5PWUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameAneurin Bevan University Health BoardAddressRhymney Integrated Resource Centre22, The Lawns, Industrial EstateRhymneyNP22 5PWUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Consultant Psychiatrist in Caerphilly employer: National Health Service
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