Job summary
Join Us as a Consultant Psychiatrist:
Shape the Future of Mood Disorders Research and Clinical Innovation!
Are you a passionate and visionary Consultant
Psychiatrist with a drive to transform mental health care through research?
This is your chance to lead the development of a ground-breaking Psychiatry Research Clinic focused on mood disorders and to make a
lasting impact on the lives of individuals.
This role offers a unique opportunity to pioneer a new
research clinic, where you will have the freedom to shape its direction. You
will develop and lead both commercial and non-commercial research projects,
aligned with your expertise and interests in clinical interventions for mood
disorders. This is a chance to develop your research potential and contribute
to the advancement of mental health care on a national scale.
You will collaborate with the University of Exeter Medical School,
as well as other national Mental
Health Mission sites.
This partnership will enable you to drive innovation and excellence in mental
health research. As part of this role, you will also contribute to research
leadership within Devon Partnership NHS Trust, helping to shape the future of
mental health care.
The position is based in a modernised, historic
listed building, with easy access to university and acute hospital facilities.
Additionally, a brand-new,£2M
purpose-built Mental Health Clinical Research Facility is set to open in 2026, providing
state-of-the-art resources to support your work.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking
Consultant Psychiatrist with a strong interest in mood disorders and clinical
research. The ideal candidate will be a leader who thrives on collaboration,
innovation, and making a real-world impact.
You will have the opportunity to develop your own
research portfolio while contributing to the growth of a transformative
research clinic.
Located in Exeter, Devon, you will live and work in
one of the UKs most beautiful regions, with stunning coastlines, vibrant
cities, and a thriving cultural scene. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life,
with excellent schools, affordable housing, and a strong sense of community.
Funded by the NIHR Mental Health Mission, this role
offers a unique opportunity to drive change, advance research, and improve
outcomes for people with mood disorders. If you are ready to take on a challenge
that combines clinical excellence, research innovation, and leadership, we want
to hear from you.
This post is available as 8 programmed activity
sessions in the first year, with additional clinical sessions available in our
Liaison or General Adult Psychiatry teams.
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
- Prior experience working in a Liaison, Community, or Adult 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
- Evidence of development of special interest in mood disorders Psychiatry.
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
- 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.
- CCT in General Adult Psychiatry
- Postgraduate research degree/s, MD, PhD, professional doctorate
Desirable
- MRC Psych
- Other professional qualification
- (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ).
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.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
- Ability to lead clinical research projects
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Chief or Principal Investigator
- Experience of working as a lead or co-applicant on research projects.
- Current Good Clinical Practice Training
- Track record in mood disorders research
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.
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
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Liaison, Community, or Adult 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
- Evidence of development of special interest in mood disorders Psychiatry.
- Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
- To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
- 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.
- CCT in General Adult Psychiatry
- Postgraduate research degree/s, MD, PhD, professional doctorate
Desirable
- MRC Psych
- Other professional qualification
- (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ).
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.
Research
Essential
- Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
- Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
- Ability to lead clinical research projects
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Chief or Principal Investigator
- Experience of working as a lead or co-applicant on research projects.
- Current Good Clinical Practice Training
- Track record in mood disorders research
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.
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).
