Consultant Psychiatrist in Child & Adolescent (CYPS)

Consultant Psychiatrist in Child & Adolescent (CYPS) Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME. We are a CQC \’Outstanding\’ rated Mental Health and Learning Disability Trust. The Newcastle/Gateshead CYPS LD service is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Consultant to work 10 PAs with the team. This post covers both Newcastle and Gateshead areas, with the Newcastle base at Benton House (central Newcastle) and Gateshead base at Bensham Hospital (Gateshead). The post holder will provide mental health services to children and adolescents within the LD pathway and will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include direct clinical work, supervision, management of referrals, effective multi-agency liaison, and undertaking local strategic management tasks as appropriate. The post holder will join a dynamic group of experienced medical and non-medical colleagues committed to working hard for the benefit of patients and their families. There are significant opportunities for service development and excellent links with local universities for teaching and research. Main Duties of the Job Up-to-date clinical knowledge and experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Excellent clinical skills using a bio-psycho-social perspective. Clinical assessment and management of mental health disorders in children and adolescents. Clinical leadership and collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. Working with partner agencies for formulation, diagnosis, and ongoing care. Clinical administration and report writing. You will have your own office space and dedicated administrative support. This is a substantive, full-time post; however, we would consider applicants available on a part-time or fixed-term basis, or those seeking flexible working. About Us Why Us? Up to £8k relocation package. 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance. Flexible working opportunities created with your involvement in your job plan. Remote working available as suits service needs. Dedicated and protected SPA time. Focus on creating a healthy workforce with accessible support for health and wellbeing. Teaching and research opportunities available. Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching. Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state-of-the-art Medical Education Centre. Employee Excellence awards. Plus, many more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk. The Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria, an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks and major cities supported by excellent transport links. The area is predominantly rural and includes the Lake District National Park. Job Responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details. Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status. For a discussion about the role (in confidence) or visits, please contact Dr Mandy Abbott at 07966275329. Person Specification Qualifications MBBS or equivalent medical qualification. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of gaining CCT. Approved Clinician Status. Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. Qualification or higher degree in medical education. Up-to-date knowledge in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry. Awareness of current issues in mental health service provision, policy, and legislation. Knowledge of current issues in national strategic direction for children\’s services. Regular participation in activities that maintain and develop competence in the LD CYPS client group. Specialist interest as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies. Fitness to Practice In good standing with GMC regarding warnings and conditions on practice. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be necessary to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata for part-time. #J-18808-Ljbffr