Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Child
Psychiatrist to join a vibrant multidisciplinary team in North Devon, working
into a number of pathways. The post will be based in North Devon but involve working
with the consultant group across Devon providing strong medical leadership.
Child and Family Health Devon has established a number of
different mental health pathways including Managing Mood and Emotions, Managing
Eating, Urgent Care, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity. There will be opportunities
for the candidate to develop and pursue their special interest, supporting
medical leadership within these pathways. There will also be opportunities for
colleagues with an interest in medical education, the service has strong links
with two universities and medical schools.
Devon is a large county with beautiful coastline, moorland
and cites. We invite candidates that are wishing to work full time or less than
full time also to apply and see what Devon has to offer.
We would love to hear from you if you are an enthusiastic
and forward thinking consultant; passionate about making a real difference in
the lives of young people and their families and wanting to embrace medical
leadership.
Candidates will be joining Devon CAMHS which is
a CQC rated Good service and part of a wider Integrated service within
Children and Family Health Devon.
Main duties of the job
This is a 10PA community
post based in North Devon. The service has a strong multidisciplinary ethos and
successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to working
flexibly with colleagues from other disciplines in an integrated way.
The appointee will be
expected to provide psychiatric input to the multidisciplinary team,
contributing to clinical and team management decisions and providing
consultation to others. They will contribute to leading on the establishment of
multi-disciplinary assessment clinics, providing high quality specialist mental
health assessments of young people referred into the service.
There will be a
particularly strong emphasis on leadership, both clinical and in terms of
service development working closely with the operational managers and other
clinical leads.
The successful candidate will participate in
on-call duties and join the regular peer group CPD forum and will be supported
to become a clinical supervisor or pursue special interests.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full
Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will
provide further information on this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full
Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will
provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
- Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview.
- Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- MRC Psych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, e.g. systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy.
- CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
- A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
- A commitment to continuing professional development.
- A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
- Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Experience in other related specialities, e.g. psychotherapy, paediatrics.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
- Management training / experience.
- Experience of involvement in service development.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment.
- Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview.
- Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Desirable
- MRC Psych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
- Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
- Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, e.g. systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy.
- CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
- A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
- A commitment to continuing professional development.
- A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
- A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service.
- Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Experience in other related specialities, e.g. psychotherapy, paediatrics.
Management
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
- Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
- Management training / experience.
- Experience of involvement in service development.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
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).
