Consultant Psychiatrist – General Adult Inpatient, Barrow in Furness
Join Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust as a Consultant Psychiatrist in our Dova Unit at Furness General Hospital, Barrow in Furness. The role is a full‑time, 10 PA position.
Job Summary
This post offers a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40,000 payable upon commencement of employment. Eligibility criteria apply and current Trust staff are not eligible for the premia.
The postholder will be expected to participate on the Consultant On‑Call rota, with additional remuneration (0.5 PA + 5% supplement).
Key Responsibilities
* Lead clinical care and management of adult inpatient psychiatry patients in the 18‑bed mixed gender Dova unit.
* Supervise 2.5 WTE resident doctor posts (FY1s, FY2s, CT, GPSTs) and work with SAS colleagues.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including matron, ward manager, nursing staff, occupational therapy, HCA and recovery support staff.
* Participate in monthly peer group meetings within the Cumbria locality.
* Maintain full GMC registration and be on the Specialist Register (or eligible within 6 months).
* Secure Section 12 approval at the time of commencing employment and have or be eligible for Approved Clinician Status.
* Co‑opt into a professional development plan with opportunities for clinical supervision, Medical Education, and Digital Leadership.
Qualifications
* MBBS or equivalent.
* Full GMC registration and Licence to Practice.
* On GMC Specialist Register or eligible within 6 months.
* Section 12 approved or within 3 months.
* Approved Clinician status or within 3 months.
Experience
* Knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the role of Consultant Psychiatrist in an adult inpatient setting.
Benefits & Remuneration
* Salary: £109,725 – £145,478 per annum.
* Study leave budget of £3,000 over 3 years (up to £5,000 for newly qualified Consultants).
* Relocation package up to £8,000.
* Additional on‑call remuneration (0.5 PA + 5% supplement).
* Clinical and educational supervisory opportunities.
Additional Information
Applications from job seekers requiring skilled worker sponsorship will be considered. Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.
Employer: Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, Dova Unit, Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4LF.
Reference number: 351-MED012TB-25-F.
Contract type: Permanent. Working pattern: Full‑time. Grade: Consultant.
Posted 18 September 2025.
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