Overview
In this role you will provide senior clinical expertise to the Older Adults Community Treatment team in North Cumbria, focusing on complex mental health conditions and at-risk states. You will work with a multidisciplinary group to ensure safe transitions with other services, and contribute to age-related mental health care in a community setting. The post supports a flexible plan with protected SPA time and opportunities for teaching, leadership, and service development within CNTW. This role offers a chance to influence regional old-age psychiatry services and collaborate on innovative hubs and medical education initiatives.
Pay / Benefits
- Up to 8k relocation package
- 30 days study leave every 3 years
- Flexible working arrangements
- Remote working options
- Dedicated and protected SPA time
- Health and wellbeing support and CPD opportunities
Responsibilities
- Engage in assessment, diagnosis, and formulation of referrals to the Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) service
- Deliver high-quality clinical care within a multidisciplinary community/ inpatient framework
- Support safety, dignity, and culturally appropriate care for patients and families
- Collaborate with agencies and carers to optimise patient outcomes
- Contribute to service development and changes within the region (e.g., 24/7 hub, medical education initiatives)
- Attend meetings to review and adjust the job plan and objectives
- Provide leadership and supervision within the clinical team as appropriate
Key requirements
- MBBS (or equivalent) with GMC registration (or eligible) and licence to practise
- Approved Clinician status or working towards AC within six months
- Experience and capability in leadership within a multidisciplinary setting
- Wide clinical psychiatry experience across settings
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act 1983, MCA, and clinical risk management
- Proven ability to work autonomously and manage complex, unfamiliar situations
- MRCPsych or equivalent desirable
- Postgraduate qualifications and educational supervision training desirable
- Excellent communication
- Leadership and role modelling
- Collaborative and multidisciplinary teamwork
- High-level clinical skills in psychiatric diagnosis and management
- Knowledge of mental health legislation and risk management
- Teaching, supervision, and mentoring abilities
Specialist Grade in Old Age Psychiatry in Carlisle employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
