Consultant Adult Psychiatrist

1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Summary We are pleased to share an opportunity for an experienced Consultant Adult Psychiatrist within our warm and welcoming Adult Mental Health Team in the Merthyr Locality of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. This is a chance to be part of a passionate and dedicated team that values excellent patient care, professional development, and staff wellbeing. Across our localities – Taff‑Ely, Merthyr, Cynon, and Bridgend – you’ll find well‑established teams led by substantive Consultants, creating a vibrant and supportive peer network. We take pride in our friendly, down‑to‑earth approach, where kindness, collaboration, and continuous learning are central to everything we do. With protected time for education, opportunities in research and leadership, and a strong sense of community, we’re here to help you thrive. Merthyr benefits from a well‑integrated health and social care network. The Community Mental Health Team is deeply embedded in the community, delivering holistic, person‑centred care through a multidisciplinary team of Consultant Psychiatrists, CPNs, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, and Social Workers. The CMHT works closely with CDAT, LPMHSS, Primary Care, Forensic Services, and Rehabilitation Services. With 72 adult acute inpatient beds, the Health Board ensures continuity of care across settings. Interview date: 22nd January 2026. Main Duties Provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary community mental health team, managing complex cases and offering specialist assessments for adults aged 18 and over. Liaise with senior clinicians, GPs, and partner agencies; contribute to the consultant on‑call rota; and fulfil statutory duties under the Mental Health Act and Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010. Supervise junior doctors and have opportunities to engage in research, medical education, and leadership development. Person Specification Essential Qualifications and Eligibility Current GMC registration MRC Psych or equivalent Approved Clinician Approval Section 12(2) approval Desirable Qualifications and Eligibility Additional relevant postgraduate qualification Relevant clinical qualification Welsh approved Clinician Approval Knowledge and Experience Essential Comprehensive training and experience in psychiatry Desirable Experience of acting as s12(2) doctor or Responsible Clinician Audit and Research Essential Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance Evidence of having undertaken audit relevant to speciality Proven capability to initiate and undertake original work Desirable Evidence of service‑wide audit with significant and lasting impact on practice Evidence of original and relevant research in speciality Management Essential Management and Administration Experience Desirable Experience of Appraising Staff Evidence of service development Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no prior convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer Details Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health BoardKeir Hardie Health ParkCyfartha Retail ParkMerthyr TydfilCF48 1BZ Website: https://joinctm.wales/ Contract Details Date posted: 14 November 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Consultant Salary: £110,240 to £160,951 per annum Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time Reference number: 110‑MD322‑0625‑C Job locations: Keir Hardie Health Park, Cyfartha Retail Park, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1BZ Contact We welcome a conversation with anyone who would like to know more about working with CTM. Please contact Arif Alam for further information. Note: The job may close early if sufficient applications are received. #J-18808-Ljbffr