Senior Consultant in Adult Psychiatric Care

3 weeks ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated and passionate professionals to become part of our Consultant Psychiatry teams as we embark on a transformative journey aimed at enhancing our services.

This is a pivotal moment for our organization as we strive to integrate all NHS community and mental health services in the region, including those provided by various trusts, into a cohesive framework known as project Fusion.

Key Responsibilities

This is an excellent opportunity for innovative and proactive individuals to join our teams, offering exceptional clinical leadership and care across diverse Mental Health Specialties. You will play a crucial role in our ongoing transformation by introducing fresh perspectives and strategies for service delivery.

We offer a broad spectrum of specialties, including:

- Adult Mental Health - Inpatient Services, including Psychiatric Intensive Care,

- Opportunities across various locations.

We are open to discussing your specific career aspirations and may provide blended job plans, opportunities for Specialty Lead roles, as well as educational, training, or research prospects. Flexible working arrangements or traditional 10-session roles are also available based on your preferences.

Benefits Offered

  • Assistance with housing costs and relocation support of up to £8,000
  • 10% responsibility allowance for Adult Inpatient and Specialist Services roles
  • Alternative pension contribution policy
  • Leadership and development opportunities within the NHS, including the chance to become a Medical Appraiser
  • Educational, training, and research opportunities
  • Biannual Medical Leadership Development Days
  • At least SPAs on a pro-rata basis
  • Opportunities to serve as a Clinical/Educational Supervisor
  • Access to peer support groups
  • Personalized coaching and mentoring
  • Weekly academic teaching sessions

About Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust is one of the few trusts in the country that provides both mental and physical health services, as well as learning disability support, catering to individuals at every stage of life.

Our dedicated team of 6,500 professionals operates from over 300 locations, delivering care in both hospital and community settings, assisting individuals in their recovery and helping them lead fulfilling lives.

We serve approximately one million people across diverse rural and urban areas, providing services in community settings (including homes and GP surgeries), hospitals, and secure units.

Our mission is to collaborate with the individuals we support and our health and care partners to continuously enhance and deliver the highest quality of care.

We are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects the diversity of the community we serve, particularly in terms of ethnicity, gender, disability, LGBTQ+ representation, and experiences with mental health.

Our locations are well-connected, offering convenient access to major transport links, including road and rail connections to key cities and airports.

Additional Information

For further details about the Trust and this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

Qualifications Required

Essential Qualifications

  • Full Registration with the General Medical Council
  • MRCPsych or an equivalent qualification
  • Eligibility for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 12 months of CCT at the time of interview, with CCT in general adult psychiatry.
  • Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.


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