Job summary
Join Our Dynamic Team at Moorland View Ward!
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting
opportunity for you to join our well-established multidisciplinary team (MDT)
at Moorland View Ward, a 16-bed mixed-gender acute psychiatric ward at North Devon
District Hospital in Barnstaple. Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Devon,
you'll enjoy close access to beautiful beaches, the moors, and convenient
connections to Exeter and Bristol via improved road and rail links.
Our Team:
Multi-professional Approved Clinician
(Nurse Consultant)
B7 Clinical Team Lead2
B6 Charge Nurses
B5 Registered Mental Nurses (RMN)
Occupational Therapy Team
Clinical Psychologist
Activities Coordinator
We are
seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Psychiatrist who is
eager to take a leading clinical role in our inpatient mental health services.
You'll be part of a developing cross-agency, cross-team response to the
evolving mental health needs of our community.
We are looking for between 5-10 PA's and are open to discussion regarding opportunities to build individual portfolios according to interest and expertise.
If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to embrace a
rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Moorland View Ward is a vital part of the Urgent and Inpatient Care
system in North Devon. We collaborate closely with the Home Treatment Team, alternative-to-admission beds, and an
intensive inpatient rehabilitation ward to provide a flexible, local response
for North Devon's most mentally unwell residents.
We pride
ourselves on our strong working relationships with supportive colleagues in
Psychiatric Liaison, the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service,
and adjacent wards for older persons and rehabilitation. The Senior Clinicians join a local supportive
peer group, can attend a weekly academic programme and have opportunities to
extend their teaching and supervision experience.
Our Facilities:
16-Bed Mixed Gender Ward: All bedrooms are en-suite, ensuring privacy and comfort.
Beautiful Garden: The ward encircles a serene garden, offering a peaceful environment
for recovery.
Comprehensive Amenities: Includes office space, MDT office space, music room, dining room, gym,
Occupational Therapy Kitchen, patient kitchen, and will soon include a
occupational therapy garden / growing space.
Adjacent Facilities: Seclusion area, long-term segregation area (with en-suite bedroom,
lounge, and enclosed garden), additional garden space, arts room.
Join us at Moorland View Ward, where we are dedicated to providing
exceptional mental health care in a supportive and enriching environment.
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
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
- Wide clinical experience in adult, older adult psychiatry.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
- Experience in inpatient psychiatry.
Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
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.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent).
- Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice.
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register, or eligible for inclusion, or included within 6 months of CCT. Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Approved Clinician status.
Desirable
- Possess a CCT (or equivalence) in adult psychiatry.
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field.
- Has undergone training in educational supervision.
- Has undergone training in appraisal.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
- Other evidence of supporting professional development of others.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Values
Essential
- 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
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
- Wide clinical experience in adult, older adult psychiatry.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
- Experience in inpatient psychiatry.
Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills.
- Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
Desirable
- Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
- A track record of implementing service initiatives.
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.
Qualifications
Essential
- MBBS (or equivalent).
- Registration with the GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice.
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.
- Included on the GMC Specialist Register, or eligible for inclusion, or included within 6 months of CCT. Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
- Approved Clinician status.
Desirable
- Possess a CCT (or equivalence) in adult psychiatry.
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field.
- Has undergone training in educational supervision.
- Has undergone training in appraisal.
Teaching and Supervision
Essential
- Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
- Other evidence of supporting professional development of others.
Desirable
- Evidence of additional teaching skills.
- Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
- Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Values
Essential
- 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
- A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
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).
