Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Torbay and South Devon
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in CAMHS10 PAs
Torbay and South Devon (Community & Pathway Based Role)
Includes 3PA supporting Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team
This is an exciting opportunity to join Children and Family Health Devon as a locality‑based Community Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist working in Torbay and South Devon. The role is based within a vibrant multidisciplinary service and offers the opportunity to develop psychiatry practice and special interests while enjoying the best of what Devon has to offer. The post is not a crisis‑only role; while it includes three programmed activities dedicated to the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team, this work is undertaken as part of a shared consultant model, with responsibilities distributed across a wider consultant group. The remainder of the role is focused on core community CAMHS work across mental health pathways. Applications from candidates wishing to work less than full time are welcome.
The Location
The post is aligned to the Torbay and South Devon locality, working across community CAMHS teams and pathways, with flexibility around clinical bases within the area.
Main duties of the job
This is an excellent opportunity for a consultant seeking a balanced community role with opportunities for pathway leadership, service development, and collaborative working. We welcome applications from enthusiastic and forward‑thinking consultants who are keen to contribute to high‑quality, evidence‑based care and to take on a leading clinical role within a multidisciplinary service. You will be motivated, team‑focused, and committed to improving outcomes for children, young people, and families, while bringing innovation and thoughtful development to clinical practice.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person Specification
* To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
* Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
* Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
* CCT in Child and adolescent / developmental psychiatry.
Experience
* Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team.
* Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
* Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
* Wide range of specialist and sub‑specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
* Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
* Experience in other related specialities, e.g. psychotherapy, paediatrics
Teaching and Supervision
* Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
* Evidence of additional teaching skills.
* Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
* Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Research
* Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
* Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Aptitudes and Values
* Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi‑disciplinary team.
* Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
* A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
* A commitment to continuing professional development.
* A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi‑agency working.
* A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity
* Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
* A track record of implementing service initiatives.
* A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.
Management
* Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
* Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
* Management training / experience.
* Experience of involvement in service development.
Qualifications
* Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
* MRCPsych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
* Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
* Evidence of sub‑speciality or other specific training, e.g. systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy
* CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
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.
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