CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist

Job summary Coastal Sussex CAMHS Service has an exciting opportunity for a permanent, Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) Consultant Psychiatrist to join their locality team. The post will work as part of a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, psychologists, systemic family therapists and child psychotherapists. This role offers a Recruitment and Retention payment of £45,000 structured over a three‑year period (£15,000 on recruitment, £10,000 at 12 months, £10,000 at 24 months, £10,000 at 36 months). Main duties of the job The service follows NICE evidence‑based treatment for children and young people. You will provide high‑quality specialist clinical assessments, including relevant psychiatric and physical investigation, and work collaboratively to plan and deliver tailored treatment plans. Provide medical psychiatric assessment and intervention, including pharmacology and mental health act assessments to CAMHS in Coastal West Sussex (Chichester and Worthing Bases) within a multi‑disciplinary team. Offer high‑quality specialist CAMHS clinical advice, assessment and intervention to children and young people in a range of settings. Engage families/carers in planning and provision of care. Provide timely advice and consultation to GPs, social services and other referrers to facilitate appropriate access to services. About us Working in a county with outstanding beauty such as the South Downs and 137 miles of coastline, and exciting cities like Brighton & Hove, the Trust also offers: Relocation expenses up to £8,000 subject to role and policy. Excellent pension contributions of 23.7%. Flexible working opportunities and bespoke job plans. 30 days of study leave over a 3‑year period with a study leave allowance each year. Opportunities to become a medical appraiser or clinical/educational supervisor. Monthly Medical Advisory Committees (MACs) for peer support. Responsibility allowances for specific roles. Wellbeing support tools such as an Employee Assistance Programme, financial wellbeing, and occupational health. Eight staff networks (e.g., ethnic minority, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, women’s network). Job responsibilities Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and children and young people in Hampshire. Our values are compassion, accountability and optimism. The Trust’s 2025‑2030 vision, purpose and ambitions guide our work. We encourage flexible working and are open to arrangements such as homeworking, part‑time hours, or flexible start/finish times if they suit the role. Benefits of working in Sussex include: Stunning countryside and coastlines that are easily accessible. Renowned cycle routes and picturesque walks, including the South Downs Way. Transport links offering easy access to London and its main airports. Vibrant cities with a wide array of restaurants and bars for social events. Person Specification Qualifications/Eligibility – MB BS or equivalent medical qualification, fully registered with the GMC, licence to practise, included on the GMC Specialist Register or within six months, in good standing with the GMC, and approved clinician status or able to achieve within three months. Transport – Holds and will use a valid UK driving licence or provides evidence of an alternative. Clinical skills, knowledge & experience – Excellent knowledge in the specialty, bio‑psycho‑social clinical skills, broad medical knowledge, and excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Desirable – Wide range of specialist and sub‑specialist experience relevant to the post within the NHS or comparable service. Academic skills & lifelong learning – Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training, lead and work within a team, demonstrate commitment to shared leadership and collaborative working, participate in continuous professional development, research or service evaluation, use and appraise clinical evidence, actively participate in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes, and work in a participatory way to share decision‑making with service users. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure submission is required. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer details Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Employer website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr