Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust as a Consultant Psychiatrist, working in the Assessment and Treatment Service at Cavendish House, Hastings, East Sussex
The post holder will work closely with Senior Managers and other consultants to contribute towards local service development.
Main duties of the job
This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and confident Consultant Psychiatrist to join our professional services. The Consultants will provide quality mental health care and treatment for patients with severe and enduring mental illness. It is expected that the post holder will embrace New Ways of Working in their clinical practice.
You will be based in a friendly team environment and will have your own desk and workspace. You will also have access to a dedicated administrator.
About us
Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.
We'd love you to join our Trust, rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the CQC. Our staff agree, in our recent staff survey 82% told us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority. Other key survey results:
- 70% highlighting flexible working as a key point for satisfaction at work
- 79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work in their team
- 77% identifying opportunities to show initiative in their roles
In addition to all of the above this post attracts a£5000 Golden HelloPayment and the opportunity to claimup to £8000 in relocation expenses!
The Trust aims to realise the potential of everyone who uses its services and to enable staff to do a great job. Sussex Partnership has teaching status with close links to Brighton & Sussex Medical School and is developing into one of the country's leading Mental Health Trusts. Working with us offers continued professional development, variety and a rewarding challenge.
To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to get fully vaccinated against COVID.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description for the main duties and responsibilities. Please note the Job Description has been approved by the Royal College
Perhaps you have not decided yet and want to discuss your individual interests in working at Sussex Partnership? Although this job is advertised as a 10 PA post, if you want to discussdifferent working hours or flexible workingplease pick up the phone and talk to us! We want to hear your thoughts and ideas on how our jobs can work for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description for the main duties and responsibilities. Please note the Job Description has been approved by the Royal College
Perhaps you have not decided yet and want to discuss your individual interests in working at Sussex Partnership? Although this job is advertised as a 10 PA post, if you want to discussdifferent working hours or flexible workingplease pick up the phone and talk to us! We want to hear your thoughts and ideas on how our jobs can work for you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Training
- Full GMC/UK Registration
- MRC Psych or equivalent
- CST and entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or expected within 6 months
- Section 12 approval and AC approval
Experience
Essential
- Experience & training in management of people who are severely mentally ill
- Good understanding and knowledge of all aspects of adult psychiatry
- Thorough knowledge of legislation relating to mental health
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and with other Agencies
- Demonstrable evidence of effective communication skills
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
Personal Atributes
Essential
- Mobility to travel across sites
- Understanding of the principles of equal opportunities in relation to staff & patients
- Proven ability to liaise and maintain a professional relationship with a diverse range of people
Desirable
- Interest in teaching
- Member of a medical defence
Values
Essential
- Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Medical Training
- Full GMC/UK Registration
- MRC Psych or equivalent
- CST and entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or expected within 6 months
- Section 12 approval and AC approval
Experience
Essential
- Experience & training in management of people who are severely mentally ill
- Good understanding and knowledge of all aspects of adult psychiatry
- Thorough knowledge of legislation relating to mental health
Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and with other Agencies
- Demonstrable evidence of effective communication skills
- Evidence of participation in Clinical Audit
Personal Atributes
Essential
- Mobility to travel across sites
- Understanding of the principles of equal opportunities in relation to staff & patients
- Proven ability to liaise and maintain a professional relationship with a diverse range of people
Desirable
- Interest in teaching
- Member of a medical defence
Values
Essential
- Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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. 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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. 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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
