Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability Service in Dawlish, Devon

Job summaryConsultant Psychiatrist Learning Disability & Neurodiversity (Inpatient)Help shape a specialist service that makes a real difference. This is an exciting opportunity to join Devon Partnership NHS Trust at The Brook in Dawlish- a purpose-built, state-of-the-art 10-bed regional inpatient unit supporting autistic adults and adults with learning disabilities with acute mental health needs. We are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide clinical leadership within a developing specialist service that has been designed with clinicians and people with lived experience. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred inpatient care, while helping to shape the future of a modern regional service. This post would suit a psychiatrist with experience in Learning Disability Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry with a strong interest in autism, neurodiversity and complex mental health presentations. You will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team and consultant colleagues, with opportunities to contribute to service development, teaching, research and quality improvement. Purpose- built unitStrong MDTOpportunity to shape a regional serviceSupport for teaching, supervision, QI and researchFlexible workingMain duties of the jobYou will join a highly skilled multidisciplinary inpatient team and work closely with established community services, alongside experienced LD&A Consultant and MPAC colleagues across Devon. This role offers medical leadership for the Regional LDA Inpatient Unit (1.0 WTE) and the chance to shape the development of this specialist service. You will lead on assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and risk management, acting as Responsible Clinician where appropriate. You will work closely with health and social care partners to support admission avoidance, timely discharge and successful repatriation. We support training for nursing and medical undergraduates, and you will be encouraged to develop your interests in teaching, training and research. If you are looking for a role where you can lead, innovate and influence, while enjoying flexible working options in one of the UKs most beautiful coastal counties, we would love to hear from you. About usAbout Devon Partnership TrustWe provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working EssentialFull Registration with the General Medical Council. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry/CAMHS/GA/Forensic A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. DesirableEvidence of development of a special interest in neurodevelopmental disorders, epilepsy, ADHD, dementia. Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care. Teaching and Supervision EssentialExperience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Experience in Clinical Supervision. DesirableManagement training / experience. EssentialFull Registration with the General Medical Council. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry/CAMHS/GA/Forensic A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. DesirableEvidence of development of a special interest in neurodevelopmental disorders, epilepsy, ADHD, dementia. Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care. Teaching and Supervision EssentialExperience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Experience in Clinical Supervision. DesirableManagement training / experience. 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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).NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressThe BrookLangdonDawlishDevonEX7 0NRUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameDevon Partnership NHS TrustAddressThe BrookLangdonDawlishDevonEX7 0NRUnited KingdomEmployer's website