Consultant Psychiatrist - Older Adult Inpatients, Blackpool
A vacancy at Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.
RRP payment Payable
This post will attract a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40,000 payable on commencement of employment. Eligibility criteria do apply; staff currently employed by the Trust would not be eligible to apply for this recruitment and retention premia.
The role is permanent and full-time (10PA) at the Harbour, Blackpool. You will be a Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Adult Psychiatry and become a leading member of the well‑established, in‑patient multidisciplinary teams based at the Harbour.
The Job Description for this post has been submitted to the Royal College of Psychiatrists for approval.
Key Clinical Responsibilities
* Responsible Clinician for a defined caseload.
* Assessment of patients referred by community teams and responsibility for any admissions at the Harbour Hospital.
* Out-of-Hours Cover.
The role also involves assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, ensuring that physical health is considered alongside psychological and social issues.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Applicants must hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist Register of the GMC or be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within six months of the interview date.
* Applicants must be Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or be eligible to have Approved Clinician Status.
* Remuneration to be set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.
The Role – Benefits and Development Opportunities
* At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full‑time post; flexibility for enhancements to support other activities.
* Excellent peer support group.
* Study leave budget of £3,000 over three years or up to £5,000 over three years for newly qualified Consultants.
* Opportunities to be a clinical supervisor and a role in Digital Leadership for those passionate.
* Relocation package available.
* Flexible approach to developing special interests and suitable job plans with the Trust’s Medical Education department.
Location
The Harbour is located just off the M55, with good transport links to Preston and other parts of Lancashire. Public transport services are available to Blackpool, the Fylde Coast, and Preston.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Thursday 20 Nov 2025.
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