Job Summary
The post holder will be working with a large multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, social workers and psychologists, psychotherapists and creative therapists. The team consists of approximately 42 wte split as 34 wte clinicians and 8 wte admin staff.
The service receives approximately 3704 referrals per year, new and re-referrals and 2933 records where a referral allocation exists for 2022. All new cases are seen first by one of the Multidisciplinary team for a mental health assessment. Following this the young person may be seen for a secondary assessment by a psychiatrist where there are concerns e.g., eating disorder, psychosis (under 16 year) moderate or severe depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, severe self-harm or complex cases. In all cases where a psychiatric opinion is sought the cases will be brought to one of four Multi-Disciplinary (MDT) weekly meetings.
It is expected that the Consultant will have approximately 2-3 patient related contacts per clinical session. These may include review appointments (face to face or remotely), therapeutic treatment appointment, Multiagency meetings or CPA reviews, consultations with other clinicians or professionals about specific patients, clinical supervision regarding specific patients.
Consultant Offices are at Kimberworth Place (Rotherham), The Crystal Building (Doncaster), and St Nicholas House (Scunthorpe). The majority of non-remote clinical work will be done from these bases.
Main duties of the job
The Consultant Psychiatrist for CAMHS will take an active part in the clinical work of the team and play a lead role in the development of the service.
The Specific Duties Include:
* The post holder will, along with their Consultant colleagues, provide Consultant psychiatric leadership to the CAMHS Service.
* The post holder will offer regular consultation to the multi-disciplinary team both through the team MDT case discussions and on an individual basis.
* The post holder will assess, contribute to the formulation of care plans and treat where appropriate young people and their families where there is a question of psychiatric diagnosis or where the case is very complex.
* The post holder may also be required to assess in cases of high risk.
* The post holder will work with the MDT in the ongoing treatment and management of cases where Consultant Psychiatric skills are required.
* The post holder will liaise with other agencies and professionals to ensure the wellbeing of the young person. This includes the processes of Child Protection and the Care Programme Approach when appropriate.
* All cases will be case managed by a member of the MDT.
About Us
Rotherham 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/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
26 June 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum + 30% RRP over 3 years
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-DCMS-07
Job locations
The Crystal Building, Tickhill Road Hospital
Tickhill Road, Balby
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Full registration with the GMC
* Must be on the GMC Specialist Register for CAMHS or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT
Desirable
* MRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification
* Management qualification, other professional qualification, e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
Essential
Experience and SKills
* Higher Specialist Training in CAMHS
* Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
* Able to communicate effectively with fellow professionals and patients to work within a multi-disciplinary clinical team
* Motivational skills, leadership skills and flexibility
Person Specification
Essential
* Higher Specialist Training in CAMHS
* Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
* Able to communicate effectively with fellow professionals and patients to work within a multi-disciplinary clinical team
* Motivational skills, leadership skills and flexibility
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
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
The Crystal Building, Tickhill Road Hospital
Tickhill Road, Balby
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
The Crystal Building, Tickhill Road Hospital
Tickhill Road, Balby
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
Employer's website
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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