Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

1 week ago


Salford, Salford, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Senior Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our CAMHS team at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. Our CAMHS service is renowned for its excellence and has achieved an outstanding rating in two consecutive CQC inspections.

As a Senior Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality psychiatric care and advice to children and adolescents with complex mental health needs. You will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to deliver a range of services, including assessment, management, and treatment of children and young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in child and adolescent psychiatry, with experience in the use of The Mental Health Act (1983), as amended. You will also have Section 12 Approval under the Mental Health Act 1983, or be eligible for approval.

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and improving outcomes for children and adolescents with mental health needs.

About the Role
  • Provide child and adolescent psychiatric care and advice as required and in accordance with the service specification.
  • Give child and adolescent psychiatric opinion and advice as appropriate within the CAMHS team.
  • Assessment and management of children and young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties, including delivering ADHD medication clinics.
  • Management of children and young people prescribed medication for the treatment of mental health difficulties.
  • Clinical supervision of other CAMHS team members as appropriate.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and improving outcomes for children and adolescents with mental health needs.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care to children and adolescents with mental health needs, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Person Specification
  • Holds acceptable primary medical qualification.
  • At least 3 years of experience working at CT level in Psychiatry.
  • Section 12 Approval under Mental Health Act 1983, or be eligible for approval.
  • Experience in the use of The Mental Health Act (1983), as amended.
Academic Achievements
  • Distinctions or Prizes during undergraduate training.
  • Awareness of key legislation NSF, NICE, MHA, MCA, Children Act.
  • Experience of effective work with Adult Psych or partner agency.
  • Experience of involvement in creative teamwork with complex clients, or those in emergency/ mental health crisis.


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