Forensic Psychiatrist Consultant

2 weeks ago


Hailsham, East Sussex, United Kingdom Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist to join our team at Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our Forensic Healthcare Services team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality clinical leadership and expertise in the assessment and treatment of patients with mental health disorders.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in forensic psychiatry, with experience in working with patients with complex mental health needs. You will be expected to work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and to contribute to the development of our Forensic Healthcare Services.

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a 'Golden Hello' payment of up to £5,000 and a relocation package of up to £8,000. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide clinical leadership and expertise in the assessment and treatment of patients with mental health disorders
  • Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care
  • Contribute to the development of our Forensic Healthcare Services
  • Participate in the weekly referrals meeting and undertake assessments for suitability for admission to our Medium Secure Unit
  • Liaise with statutory and non-statutory agencies to assist in the management of mentally disordered offenders
Person Specification

We are looking for a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist who has:

  • Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment
  • Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months
  • Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
  • Approved under S12 OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a 'Golden Hello' payment of up to £5,000 and a relocation package of up to £8,000. You will also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working and to supporting the well-being of our staff. We offer a range of benefits, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing initiatives.



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