Job summary
Do you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start somewhere new and inspiring?
Are you looking for a flexible job plan that supports your work-life balance? If so, this is the role for you.
Our ambition within CAMHS is to support the continued improvement in the mental health and well-being of the children and young people of North Wales. Central to this journey will be the recruitment of additional Psychiatrists who will provide leadership and expertise that complement the skills of a wide range of other experienced CAMHS professionals as part of our rapidly developing service in North Wales.
We are looking for two Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists with a keen interest in service development and clinical leadership to enhance our focus on seamlessly integrating early intervention and prevention, community services and our highly specialised Tier 4 services.
We are happy to consider flexible working, with a job plan to meet the needs of the individual. We will also welcome candidates with subspecialty interests and we are keen to discuss your requirements.
Main duties of the job
Working with excellent colleagues in CAMHS and other children's specialties, this is a wonderful opportunity to work in a progressive and expanding service. You will join the North Wales Consultant Psychiatry Peer group which meets monthly in a good humoured and lively forum for peer support and professional development. There is a journal club and psychopharmacology group and a culture of openness and joint planning. The successful candidates will also be a part of our dynamic, friendly and progressive local community based teams, with all the support and training you need to develop your professionally.
Our offer will include:
o Appointment to the amended Welsh Consultant Contract with 10 PA's
o Opportunities for teaching, education research and audit, including with partnering organisations such as Bangor, Cardiff and Glyndwr Universities where they are currently in the process of developing a new Medical school.
o An interest in clinical leadership will be keenly supported with opportunities to lead quality improvement and innovation.
You will need to be on the Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, have your CCST or recognised equivalent or be within 6 months of obtaining it at the time of interview.
We encourage you to contact us and arrange a visit to our departments to find out more and to meet prospective colleagues. We welcome full time or part time applicants.
About us
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for a population of around 676,000 people, across the six counties of North Wales (Anglesey, Gwynedd, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham). Some areas of Mid-Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire are also covered by the Health Board.
The Health Board employs around 16,500 staff and has a budget of around £1.4 billion. It is responsible for the operation of three district general hospitals (Wrexham Maelor Hospital, in Wrexham, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd near Rhyl, and Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor) as well as 22 other acute and community hospitals and a network of over 90 health centres, clinics, community health team bases and mental health units. The Heath Board also coordinates the work of 121 GP practices and NHS services provided by North Wales' Dentists, Opticians and Pharmacies.
Situated in the Northern most aspect of Wales, the Health Board lies at the edge of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and spans a huge and diverse geographical area. North Wales also boasts some of the UKs most varied and spectacular coastline, offering unparalleled opportunities to engage with outdoor activities in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Details Date posted
07 May 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£106,000 to £154,760 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-RAH/LGH-Psych-0525
Job locations
Royal Alexandra Hospital and or Llandudno General Hospital
Marine Drive Hospital Road
Rhyl,Conwy
LL30 1LB
Job description Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Job description Job responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Registration on GMC Specialist Register
* Specialist Registrar able to take up post within 3 months of completing CCST
* MRCPscych.
* CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Skills/Abilities Essential
* Diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in children and adolescents in a multi-disciplinary team setting
* Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively
Desirable
* Skills in social psychological and behavioural therapies
Experience Essential
* Experience of working in community CAMHS settings
Knowledge/ Research Essential
* Knowledge of Children Act (1989) Knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983) Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005)
Knowledge/ Research Personal Skills Essential
* Excellent communication skills Effective leadership
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
* Basic IT skills (essential within 6 months)
Other Requirements Essential
* Approved training status. Section 12 (2) approval and a willingness to undertake training to become an Approved Clinician.
* Able to undertake local travel
Desirable
* Trwydded Yrru DU
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Registration on GMC Specialist Register
* Specialist Registrar able to take up post within 3 months of completing CCST
* MRCPscych.
* CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)
Skills/Abilities Essential
* Diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in children and adolescents in a multi-disciplinary team setting
* Demonstrate ability to manage time effectively
Desirable
* Skills in social psychological and behavioural therapies
Experience Essential
* Experience of working in community CAMHS settings
Knowledge/ Research Essential
* Knowledge of Children Act (1989) Knowledge of Mental Health Act (1983) Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (2005)
Knowledge/ Research Personal Skills Essential
* Excellent communication skills Effective leadership
* Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
* Basic IT skills (essential within 6 months)
Other Requirements Essential
* Approved training status. Section 12 (2) approval and a willingness to undertake training to become an Approved Clinician.
* Able to undertake local travel
Desirable
* Trwydded Yrru DU
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 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. 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 Check
This 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 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. 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 details Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Royal Alexandra Hospital and or Llandudno General Hospital
Marine Drive Hospital Road
Rhyl,Conwy
LL30 1LB
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Royal Alexandra Hospital and or Llandudno General Hospital
Marine Drive Hospital Road
Rhyl,Conwy
LL30 1LB
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
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