Consultant In Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to join our dynamic and compassionate team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to lead and deliver high-quality care for children and adolescents within a multidisciplinary setting. There are excellent opportunities for teaching, research and audit, and leadership and development within the specialty can also be facilitated.

About Us: The Lodge at the Becton Centre is an inpatient unit that admits children and adolescents from across South Yorkshire, including the City of Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley, and Bassetlaw. The team is dedicated to providing a holistic, compassionate, and multidisciplinary approach to mental health care.

About You: MBChB or equivalent Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Learning Disability Section 12(2) Approval. If you are enthusiastic, experienced and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job:

• Be the Team Leader of the Lodge, supported by the Lead Nurse, ward managers, and in collaboration with Heads of Departments.
• Offer expert opinion and clinical leadership, providing senior medical advice in the management of patients within the service.
• Oversee referrals into the team, through consultation with the assessing clinician or during weekly meetings.
• Ensure all patients under your care receive high-quality psychiatric assessments, treatment, and care plans.
• Provide ongoing support to team members, promoting an environment of clinical excellence and continuous professional development.

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Brilliant Place to work, Leaders in Children’s Health. We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health. Sheffield Children’s provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.

Diversity Statement: At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver.

For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification:

• Qualifications: MBChB or equivalent Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Learning Disability Section 12(2) Approval.
• Knowledge: Appropriate training and experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Experience in learning disability.
• Training: Basic experience in management e.g. trainee rotas, Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants.

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.