Job summary
- Main area
- Psychiatry
- Grade
- Consultant
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term: 12 months)
- Hours
- Part time - 8 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 263-IP25-012
- Employer
- Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- St Nicholas Hospital
- Town
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Salary
- £109,725 - £145,478 pro rata for part time
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/01/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry
Consultant
Hello!
We are so delighted you are considering coming to work with us at Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust (CNTW).
We know the power of looking into an organisation, one you might want to work in, or one where you are going to get help, and being able to say, ‘I’ve seen somewhere I can fit in and be myself.’ We’re on a journey to make the Trust an inclusive employer, representative of the community we serve and we want more of our community to consider applying for jobs with us.
Opportunities for you
Spanning east to west coasts from Northumberland to Cumbria and from the Scottish Borders down to Middlesbrough we’ve got exciting new opportunities available at every level and in every area.
We offer flexible working, helping work fit around family and caring responsibilities, or training and development needs and there’s lots on offer in the way of benefits, such as, lease cars, childcare schemes, staff discounts, season tickets for travel and a cycle to work scheme. All this in a vibrant workplace supported by the following staff networks.
- Cultural diversity staff network
- Disabled staff network
- LGBT+ staff network
We also have a number of staff support groups which are open to any staff to attend. These Include:
- Armed Forces and Veterans Staff Network
- Mind, Health and Wellbeing Community
- Menopause toolkit and cafes and staff carer support group
We offer fantastic personal development opportunities through our Collective Leadership Programme and other Organisational Development initiatives. Whatever you are looking for, you will be joining a supportive, friendly team, offering varied and interesting roles, with opportunities for career progression.
Always improving
CNTW is regulated by the national healthcare regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our last two inspections have rated us as an outstanding organisation. We’re always seeking to improve as an organisation. Do you want to be part of that?
Please note that it is a requirement of this Trust that all external applicants pay for their own DBS certification if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as an Inpatient Consultant Psychiatrist in an open rehab 17 bed move-on rehabilitation unit. The Unit is Willow View and is based at St Nicholas Hospital. The role is currently 8 PA and is a fixed term opportunity for twelve months. The postholder would be asked to work flexibly to contribute towards 7 day working arrangement for the inpatient wards working with a senior leadership team on weekends.
You will provide senior expertise in the assessment and treatment of patients with complex psychosis and rehabilitation needs. The post holder will work alongside colleagues of other professional disciplines (ward manager, clinical lead, pharmacist) to provide a tailored multidisciplinary package of treatment and support rehabilitation and recovery.
The successful candidate will be on the specialist register and will hold approved clinician status.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Vanishri Yadav
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0800 6522864
07989447331
Main duties of the job
The role will be working into Willow View, and flexible working to contribute towards offering senior input as part of the senior leadership team on weekends covering 3 acute adult inpatient wards all based at St Nicholas hospital.
The role will be as a Consultant Psychiatrist providing senior medical input into Willow View. This is a 17 bedded Rehabilitation Move-on Inpatient Unit based at St Nicholas Hospital. The service is for men and women over the age of 18 who require a safe and therapeutic environment to help with rebuilding life skills. The ward is an open environment which accommodated both patients detained under the Mental Health Act and those in hospital on an informal basis. The ward is staffed by both registered mental health nurses and nursing assistants on a 24/7 day a week basis.
The post holder will provide senior medical input for the ward, work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team, being able to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
To lead, collaborate and advise on research and audit projects in the team, within the clinical governance agenda. Always ensure is fit to practice by keeping knowledge up to date.
Working for our organisation
Why us?
- Up to £8k relocation package
- 30 days study leave (every 3 years)
- Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan
- Remote working available as suits service needs
- Dedicated and protected SPA time
- Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being
- Teaching and research opportunities available
- Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching
- Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre
- Employee Excellence awards
- Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk
As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England’s finest areas of natural beauty.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Applicants should be on the Specialist Register or be within 6 months of obtaining CCT at the point of interview. Candidates should be suitably qualified, including eligibility for Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status.
Senior medical input into the ward, 17 bed rehabilitation unit, working with a multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will provide senior expertise in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis, formulation and initial treatment plans for patients who were transferred to the Rehabilitation Ward from acute wards and who needed support around further improvement of their mental health and of their independent living skills. Respect the rights and dignity of patients, considered the individual and cultural needs of each patient and work with families and carers in the best interest of the patient. Be aware of the Trust Policies and Procedures in order for their practice to always be compliant with these.
Work with the senior leadership team flexibly as part of the 7-day working initiative for the acute adult inpatient wards. This will include advice, signposting, seclusion reviews, support with observations, complex clinical issues and coordination of debrief as required. There are three wards in Central Community Business Unit, Fellside 18 bed male acute, Lowry 18 bed female and Lamesley 18 bed female all based at St Nicholas Hospital.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details.
Please note we can not sponsor GMC for this role.
Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential criteria
- MBBS (or equivalent)
- Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion, or a trainee within six months of CCT
- Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Approved Clinician Status
Desirable criteria
- MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
- Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field
- Has undergone training in educational supervision
- Has undergone training in appraisal
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Up to date knowledge in the field of Psychiatry
- Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation
Desirable criteria
- An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of multidisciplinary team working
- Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings
- Experience of Clinical Audit
Desirable criteria
- Experience in multiagency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies
- Experience in service management or development
Skills
Essential criteria
- High level of clinical skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in Adult Psychiatry
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent teaching skills
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a time efficient manner
Desirable criteria
- Established record of clinical leadership
- Established ability as a clinical teacher
- Training in specific and relevant treatment skills eg a brief form of psychological therapy.
Personal Characteristics
Essential criteria
- Able to sustain self and support others
- Trustworthiness
- Able to meet the mobility requirements of the post
- Maturity, openness and flexibility
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Vanishri Yadav
- Job title
- Associate Medical Director
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07989447331
- Additional information
Name: Dr Neeraj Berry,
Email:[email protected]
Tel: 07876220245
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