Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS Eating Disorders (45k RRP) in Hove

Spring Tide is a Tier 4 Intensive Therapy Program based in Hove that treats Young People aged 10-18, with a diagnosed Eating Disorder. We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent, Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Sussex-wide team for 10 sessions per week. This role plays an integral part in prioritising the delivery of a safe, effective and caring service to those YP and their families/carers within Sussex. The ITP is based on the Maudsley model and has been open in Sussex for 3 years. We accept up to 10 cases, which are referred to from the local CAMHS teams and/or the local community Eating Disorder Service (SFEDS).

This job attracts a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000 structured over a three-year period as follows:

• £15,000 payable upon successful recruitment
• £10,000 payable at 12 months' service
• £10,000 payable at 24 months' service
• £10,000 payable at 36 months' service

The Recruitment and Retention payment is pro rata for part-time employees.

Main duties of the job:

The role is based at Aldrington House, Hove. The program treats children and young people with serious mental health problems and Atypical Anorexia/Anorexia Nervosa. The service we provide is in line with NICE Concordant Evidenced Based Treatment. You will provide high quality specialist clinical assessments, including relevant psychiatric and physical investigation to children, young people and their families and work collaboratively with other members of the team to plan and deliver appropriate individually tailored treatment plans.

You will work as part of a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team which includes nurses, systemic family therapists, clinical psychology, occupational therapy, dietician, Assistant Psychology, and Support workers. This post works alongside other Consultants and Specialty Doctors who work in Sussex ChYPS. You will also be part of a Trust wide consultant network where there are opportunities to liaise with colleagues in other posts throughout the Trust and develop peer networks. You will also see consultant peers at regular division meetings in the locality and at clinical governance meetings. You will provide cover for leave for SFEDS during periods of annual leave, sickness and training.

About us:

Sussex Partnership Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex. The Trust offers:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Bespoke, flexible job plans
• 30 days of study leave over a 3-year period supported by a study leave allowance each year
• Opportunities to become a medical appraiser
• Opportunities to become a clinical/educational supervisor
• Monthly Medical Advisory Committees (MACs) which offer further peer support
• Responsibility allowances for specific roles and responsibilities
• A variety of wellbeing support and tools, such as an Employee Assistance Programme, financial wellbeing, Occupational Health etc.

SPFT is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, with 82% of people in our recent staff survey stating that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority. Staff survey results include: 70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work, 79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team, and 77% identifying opportunities to show initiative in their roles.

Sussex Partnership is a place where your clinical voice, expertise and leadership genuinely influence how services evolve.

Details:

• Date posted: 03 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
• Grade: Consultant
• Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 354-CS-21826-F

Job locations:

Aldrington House, 35 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4AG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities:

The post-holder will be expected to provide clinical advice and support to other services working with CYPs with an Eating Disorder across Sussex and to Children and Young People Services regarding patient care, ensuring consistency of approach across the Trust. The role is pivotal in continuing to develop the Children and Young Person's Eating Disorder service, which is Sussex wide service. You will be required to work alongside the leadership team with the Provider Collaborative and to work closely with the Tier 4 providers to identify suitable cases that could be 'stepped down' and reduce their length of stay by attending the ITP.

The post holder would join Steering Groups that provide direction around the following:

• Strategic development of the service
• Operational policies and procedures
• Resource management
• Prioritisation of access to services
• Governance
• Outcomes
• Cross Trust Issues
• Research and Development
• Training and Development

Sussex Partnership is committed to people participation, meaning that we involve patients and their carers and supporters, in service decision-making and planning. You will be expected to contribute to this shared value and to support the functioning of this service in the delivery of its participation strategy.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Essential: MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
• Desirable: Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. MRCPsych

Eligibility:

• Essential: Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment. Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months. Approved clinician/RC status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Desirable: In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

Clinical Skills / Knowledge:

• Essential: Excellent knowledge in specialty. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty. Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others. Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA.
• Academic Skills: Essential: Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training. Ability to work in and lead team. Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement. Participated in continuous professional development. Participated in research or service evaluation. Able to use and appraise clinical evidence. Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes. Ability to work in a participatory way.

This 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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Employer details:

Employer name: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Aldrington House, 35 New Church Road, Hove, BN3 4AG, United Kingdom