Specialty doctor in child and adolescent psychiatry

Specialty Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

The closing date is 26 June 2026

About the role

We are looking for a Specialty Doctor to support the consultant psychiatrists in providing medical input for patients admitted to Serenity Path Hospital ward. The role focuses on developing and providing supervision and oversight, assessment and management of complex and severe cases, and ensuring evidence-based practice and patient-centred recovery principles.

Main duties

• Carry out comprehensive psychiatric assessments and provide treatment for inpatients.
• Support the ward-based staff to manage physical health concerns and psychiatric emergencies.
• Conduct patient reviews and lead multidisciplinary ward reviews, CPA reviews and multi‑professional meetings.
• Provide verbal and written evidence to Mental Health Review Tribunals and Hospital Manager's hearings.
• Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and participate in Trust's risk management processes.
• Manage complex information and make formulations using a biopsychosocial model.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Recognised basic Medical Degree
• Full GMC Registration with licence to practise

Disclosure and Barring Service check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Flexible working

Flexible working requests can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Mandatory self‑declaration

We are committed to ensuring the recruitment process is accessible and inclusive. Candidates who feel a person specification may prevent or restrict application due to unintentional barriers should contact the Trust's Recruitment team.