Consultant in Community General Psychiatry - South Pembs

Job summaryWe are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Community Mental Health Team based at South Pembrokeshire Hospital in Pembroke Dock. This role provides the chance to work in a supportive and forward-looking environment, delivering high-quality care to adults in both community and inpatient settings.You will play a central role in shaping the future of mental health care in Pembrokeshire, working closely with a passionate multidisciplinary team. Together, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based care to meet the needs of our local population. As part of the role, you will contribute to teaching and training, supporting medical students and junior staff, while also engaging in audit, research, and service development. With strong links to Swansea and Cardiff Universities, there are excellent opportunities to develop sub-specialty interests and to participate in innovative research projects that improve patient outcomes.Living and working in Pembrokeshire offers a unique lifestyle. The region is renowned for its stunning coastline, national parks, and vibrant communities, making it an ideal place to balance a fulfilling career with an exceptional quality of life.Main duties of the jobAs a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide clinical leadership across community and inpatient services, helping to shape the future of adult mental health care in Pembrokeshire. Working closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will ensure services are compassionate, evidence-based, and responsive to the needs of our local population.Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Delivering high-quality clinical care in Adult General PsychiatryLeading and supporting the multidisciplinary teamContributing to teaching, training, and research activitiesApplying expertise in assessment, treatment, and community managementSupporting the development of medical students, junior doctors, and wider staffParticipating in CPD, audit, and service improvement initiativesIf you are committed to delivering high-quality mental health care and eager to shape the future of community psychiatry in Pembrokeshire, we warmly encourage you to apply. Full details of the role and responsibilities are available in the Job Description and Person Specification.About usHywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.Our services are provided in:Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in HaverfordwestFive community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in PembrokeshireTwo integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providersNumerous mental health and learning disabilities serviceDetailsDate posted03 August 2026Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary 114,099 to 166,585 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number100-MED-MHLD-191-SJob locationsSouth Pembrokeshire Hospital, Community Mental Health TeamFort RoadPembroke DockSA72 6SYUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:Hywel Dda 3 Counties -https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sYLifestyle in Wales -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQMedical Leadership in Hywel Dda -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33sMHLD Working in Psychiatry at Hywel Dda -https://youtu.be/xxXlqbYSW5Y Job description Job responsibilitiesFor full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individuals contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:Hywel Dda 3 Counties -https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sYLifestyle in Wales -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQMedical Leadership in Hywel Dda -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33sMHLD Working in Psychiatry at Hywel Dda -https://youtu.be/xxXlqbYSW5YPerson Specification Qualifications and Knowledge EssentialFull registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.On the GMC Specialist Register (including via Portfolio Pathway (CESR)/European Community Rights) or will have CCT due within six months of interview date.Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experience.Section 12 Approval.AC Approved Clinician Status.DesirableAdditional Higher qualification(s). Clinical Experience EssentialBroad based experience within the specialty area.Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.Experience of leading a team.DesirablePrevious experience working in the UK or NHS. Clinical Governance EssentialUnderstanding of the role of Clinical Governance.Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice.Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.DesirableKnowledge of risk management. Teaching EssentialAbility to critically assess learning requirements for self and others.Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups.Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.DesirableTeaching qualification. Research and Scholarship EssentialDemonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area.Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice.Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately.Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way.DesirableActive participation in research. Safeguarding EssentialDemonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility.Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation. Other DesirableWelsh Speaker (Level 1) Skills and Attributes EssentialAbility to work autonomously and be responsible for actions.Ability to work flexibly.Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure.Undertake responsibility for leading and supervising a team.Excellent interpersonal skills and team-working skills. Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge EssentialFull registration and a License to Practice with the General Medical Council.On the GMC Specialist Register (including via Portfolio Pathway (CESR)/European Community Rights) or will have CCT due within six months of interview date.Valid Certified Advanced Life Support.Where a sub-specialty interest is required sub-specialty training should be to a level appropriate for UK consultant sub-specialist practice - fellowship or equivalent level experience.Section 12 Approval.AC Approved Clinician Status.DesirableAdditional Higher qualification(s). Clinical Experience EssentialBroad based experience within the specialty area.Able to demonstrate core competencies and clinical skills relevant to the post.Experience of leading a team.DesirablePrevious experience working in the UK or NHS. Clinical Governance EssentialUnderstanding of the role of Clinical Governance.Participation in clinical audit (or quality improvement project) and understanding role of audit in improving medical practice.Knowledge of annual job planning/appraisal review process.DesirableKnowledge of risk management. Teaching EssentialAbility to critically assess learning requirements for self and others.Evidence of organising programmes and teaching all staff groups.Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary staff.DesirableTeaching qualification. Research and Scholarship EssentialDemonstrates knowledge of current research and best practice in the specialty area.Evidence of keeping up to date with current research and best practice.Evidence of locating and using clinical guidelines appropriately.Evidence of communicating and interpreting research evidence in a meaningful way.DesirableActive participation in research. Safeguarding EssentialDemonstrates knowledge of safeguarding requirements and takes appropriate responsibility.Evidence of applying appropriate equality and diversity legislation. Other DesirableWelsh Speaker (Level 1) Skills and Attributes EssentialAbility to work autonomously and be responsible for actions.Ability to work flexibly.Ability to remain calm whilst working under pressure.Undertake responsibility for leading and supervising a team.Excellent interpersonal skills and team-working skills.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 nameHywel Dda University Health BoardAddressSouth Pembrokeshire Hospital, Community Mental Health TeamFort RoadPembroke DockSA72 6SYUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameHywel Dda University Health BoardAddressSouth Pembrokeshire Hospital, Community Mental Health TeamFort RoadPembroke DockSA72 6SYUnited KingdomEmployer's website