CMHT Consultant Psychiatrists [North and South]

Job summaryConsultant Psychiatrist - Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)We are seeking two enthusiastic and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrists to join our CMHT's (North and South). You will provide high-quality psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for adults with complex mental health needs, working within a supportive multidisciplinary team.The role offers opportunities to influence service development, provide clinical leadership, supervise junior doctors, and contribute to teaching and quality improvement. We are committed to flexible working, professional development, and delivering person-centred, recovery-focused care.If you are a motivated clinician with excellent leadership and communication skills who is passionate about improving mental health outcomes, we would welcome your application.Information EventTo find out more about this exiting opportunity we are holding a recruitment information session on Wednesday 5th August on MS Teams. Please contact Laura Charlesworth [email protected] to book a place and receive further information.Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will be expected to support the multi-professional teams to determine need and deliver care across the range of community and care settings served by the mental health teams.o The post holder is expected to work in both organic and functional aspects of mental health services for older adults.o To provide medical leadership, consultation, advice, and guidance within the Community Mental Health Teams, ensuring that care and treatment are safe and effective, efficient and within national guidelines.o To provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and formulation to appropriate patients. On completion of assessment, advise on diagnosis and treatment within the teams and to external service providers.o To provide medical care to patients with severe mental health problems requiring enhanced care coordination.o To liaise, advise and consult with hospital doctors and primary care clinicians on diagnosis, treatment and management of patients.o To conduct assessments and make recommendations under the Mental Health Act.About usRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:https://workwithrdash.co.uk/We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4QThe main terms and conditions of service can be found here:https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbookDetailsDate posted10 July 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 109,725 to 145,478 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number376-RMS-037-A-1Job locationsSwallownest Court and Ferham ClinicAughton Road and Kimberworth RoadRotherhamS26 4THUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the roleWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the roleWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applicationsPerson Specification Qualifications EssentialoFull registration with the GMCoInclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Adult Psychiatry or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT. Would consider a candidate with MRCPsych and AC approvalDesirableoMRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification.oHigher Specialist Training in Adult Psychiatry (e.g. SpR scheme)oMD, Management qualification, other professional qualification (e.g. CBT, PSI, CAT) Experience EssentialoPrevious experience within General Adult PsychiatryoExperience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings.oExperience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governanceDesirableoPrior experience working as a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry.oEvidence of development of special interestoEvidence of development of special interestoProven commitment to improving the quality of clinical careoOther special interest/expertise relevant to the post. Knowledge EssentialoKnowledge of research processesDesirableoCommitted to Continuing Professional DevelopmentoSound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems Skill & Abilities EssentialoAll applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: .That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; .have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5oIf applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence.oClinical supervision experience/skills. The aptitude and potential to develop a leadership role within the service with special emphasis on leading on quality and clinical standards and engaging in service improvementDesirableoAbility to undertake training/mentoring of medical staff in junior grades and enthusiasm for education. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialoFull registration with the GMCoInclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Adult Psychiatry or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT. Would consider a candidate with MRCPsych and AC approvalDesirableoMRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification.oHigher Specialist Training in Adult Psychiatry (e.g. SpR scheme)oMD, Management qualification, other professional qualification (e.g. CBT, PSI, CAT) Experience EssentialoPrevious experience within General Adult PsychiatryoExperience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings.oExperience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governanceDesirableoPrior experience working as a Consultant in Adult Psychiatry.oEvidence of development of special interestoEvidence of development of special interestoProven commitment to improving the quality of clinical careoOther special interest/expertise relevant to the post. Knowledge EssentialoKnowledge of research processesDesirableoCommitted to Continuing Professional DevelopmentoSound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems Skill & Abilities EssentialoAll applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: .That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; .have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5oIf applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence.oClinical supervision experience/skills. The aptitude and potential to develop a leadership role within the service with special emphasis on leading on quality and clinical standards and engaging in service improvementDesirableoAbility to undertake training/mentoring of medical staff in junior grades and enthusiasm for education.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFTAddressSwallownest Court and Ferham ClinicAughton Road and Kimberworth RoadRotherhamS26 4THUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFTAddressSwallownest Court and Ferham ClinicAughton Road and Kimberworth RoadRotherhamS26 4THUnited KingdomEmployer's website