Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist to join our community Assessment and Treatment service team at The Chapel Street Clinic, Chichester, West Sussex. which is in the process of transformation into a Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (NMHT). This post completes the medical establishment of the team providing a minimum of 2.5 whole time equivalent Consultant Psychiatrists.
West Sussex Community services are divided into two main areas: North West Sussex and Coastal Sussex. Coastal Sussex has four mental health Assessment and Treatment Teams located in Bognor, Worthing, Littlehampton, and Chichester. Each ATS covers a geographical area aligned with GP surgeries to facilitate liaison with Primary Care colleagues. This position is within Chichester ATS/NMHT, which covers patients in the community in Chichester, Midhurst and surrounding areas.
Psychiatrists are integral for driving change and influencing service development. As a Trust we welcome positive transformation and using each other's experiences to shape this. The Trust has ambitious aims to continuously improve for the good of our patients and we welcome clinical and non-clinical views in order to achieve this together.
Main duties of the job
We are a large multi-disciplinary community mental health team, which provides specialist assessments and treatment to patients presenting with a range of complex and unstable mental health and social needs.
As a consultant psychiatrist in our team, your main duties will be to:
- Provide specialist medical /psychiatric assessment and evidence-based treatment to patients referred to the service.
- Provide clinical supervision to trainees and informal advice and supervision to non-medical members of the team
- Fulfil the duties of Responsible Clinician for patient's subject to Community Treatment Orders including attendance at Mangers Hearings and Tribunals.
- Mental Health Act assessments for patients on the team caseload
- Liaison with inpatient Responsible Clinicians
- Liaison with the forensic team/drug and alcohol services and risk panel as required
About us
Not only will you be working in a county with areas of outstanding beauty such as the south downs, and the 137 miles of coastline, along with exciting cities such as Brighton & Hove - the Trust also offers:
Recruitment & retention premia of £25,000.00 subject to role and policy requirements (please liaise with Medical HR for more details - 0300 304 0393)
Relocation expenses of up to £8,00.00 subject to role and policy requirements
Excellent pension contributions of 23.7%
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
8 Staff Networks such, ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, women's network, to name a few
Job description
Job responsibilities
Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.
Our values are to be compassionate, accountable and optimistic. The Trust has built our future focus 2025-2030 which outlines our vision, purpose, ambitions and objectives which incorporates these values and behaviours. Our strategy can be viewed here.
We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, homeworking, part time hours, flexible start/ finish times or anything else. If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.
Living and working in Sussex brings with it many benefits, such as:
- Stunning countryside and coastlines which are easily accessible throughout the county
- Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park
- Transport links which provide easy access to London, and all of its main airports
- Vibrant cities that offer an array of restaurants and bars for social events
West Sussex is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and strong community spirit. Coastal towns like Worthing and Bognor Regis offer a mix of beach charm and cultural activities, while historic areas such as Chichester balance city life with natural surroundings. The friendly residents and local events highlight the county's deep sense of community.
There is only so much we can say in an advertisement, and we would welcome the opportunity to have a conversation with you and even arrange a visit! Please contact Dr Mark Ramage, Lead Psychiatrist Community Services Coastal West Sussex by emailing mark.ramage@nhs.net
Please note the Job Description is still with the Royal College for approval. If there are any small changes we will ensure all applicants receive the final version before interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.
Our values are to be compassionate, accountable and optimistic. The Trust has built our future focus 2025-2030 which outlines our vision, purpose, ambitions and objectives which incorporates these values and behaviours. Our strategy can be viewed here.
We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/ life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, homeworking, part time hours, flexible start/ finish times or anything else. If it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.
Living and working in Sussex brings with it many benefits, such as:
- Stunning countryside and coastlines which are easily accessible throughout the county
- Enjoy a lifestyle where there are renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the famous South Downs Way in the South Downs National Park
- Transport links which provide easy access to London, and all of its main airports
- Vibrant cities that offer an array of restaurants and bars for social events
West Sussex is known for its rich history, beautiful scenery, and strong community spirit. Coastal towns like Worthing and Bognor Regis offer a mix of beach charm and cultural activities, while historic areas such as Chichester balance city life with natural surroundings. The friendly residents and local events highlight the county's deep sense of community.
There is only so much we can say in an advertisement, and we would welcome the opportunity to have a conversation with you and even arrange a visit! Please contact Dr Mark Ramage, Lead Psychiatrist Community Services Coastal West Sussex by emailing mark.ramage@nhs.net
Please note the Job Description is still with the Royal College for approval. If there are any small changes we will ensure all applicants receive the final version before interview.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- MBBS
- Fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice at the time of appointment
- Specialist registration or ability to achieve within 6 months of appointment
- AC approval or ability to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Has actively participated in audit and quality improvement activities
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
- MRCPsych
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- MBBS
- Fully registered with the GMC with a license to practice at the time of appointment
- Specialist registration or ability to achieve within 6 months of appointment
- AC approval or ability to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Has actively participated in audit and quality improvement activities
Desirable
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
- MRCPsych
- In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications
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
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).
