Job Summary
We are looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated Consultant to work in our Mental Health Home Treatment Team situated in the north of the County. This full time post is based at the Hillcrest Unit in Redditch and is supported by a SAS grade colleague. Designated office space will be provided along with a Trust laptop and smartphone.
The Trust is committed to delivering the best mental health care and supports the leadership development of its clinicians. We aim to reflect the diversity of our population and practice social inclusion. Less than full‑time and flexible working applicants are welcome to apply. Consideration will be given to flexibility in your timetable.
There is a weekly local teaching programme and a Trusts Grand Rounds monthly. You will be supported in your CPD and in the development of a special interest. You will be joining a supportive, cohesive group of consultants who work together to provide services locally.
About Us
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust delivers outstanding community care across Worcestershire and Herefordshire. We run community hospitals and provide mental health and learning disability services across 100+ sites, supporting the whole population of the county.
What We Offer
* 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
* Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when working unsocial hours
* Flexible and agile working opportunities
* Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
* Wide range of supportive staff networks
* Health and wellbeing opportunities
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on a day‑to‑day basis.
* Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
* Use initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
* On a day‑to‑day basis the Consultant Psychiatrist will be in a close working relationship with the Home Treatment Team in the North Locality including Redditch, Bromsgrove and Wyre Forest.
* Supervise and manage two SAS doctors (1 WTE) within the team covering Redditch and Bromsgrove and Wyre Forest locality.
* At a strategic level, relate to the leadership and management structures of the Adult Mental Health and Learning Disability Service Delivery Unit.
* Accountable to the Clinical Directors and ultimately responsible within the Trust to the Chief Executive.
Person Specification – Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification.
* CCT holder or equivalent (or within 6 months of becoming eligible for CCT).
* Current full registration with the GMC (or eligible for full registration with the GMC at the time of appointment).
* GMC Licence to practice.
* MRC Psych (or equivalent).
* Approval (or eligible for approval) under Section 12 (2) of the Mental Health Act.
* Eligible to work in the UK.
Person Specification – Skills & Abilities
* Excellent communication skills, diplomacy and tact. Efficiency in clinical work.
* Ability to manage, improve and support the clinical operations of the service.
* Understanding of the importance of excellent team working relationships and ability to put this into practice.
* Knowledge of mental health policy with ability to think strategically and manage change.
* Provision of high quality mental health services, as trainee or Consultant.
* Previous experience of working in a clinical leadership role with positive relationships with team members.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Employer Details
Employer name: Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address: Hillcrest Unit, Alexandra Hospital, Quinney's Lane, Redditch, B98 7WG
Website: https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers
Contact
Job posted: 09 February 2026
Grade: Consultant
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff – depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: C9798-2018
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