Overview
Job summary
Specialist Psychiatrist in Torbay HTT - South Devon at Devon Partnership NHS Trust.
Devon Partnership NHS Trust stands at the forefront of mental health and learning disability care, forging partnerships with health and social care providers to support recovery.
The Role: We invite you to join us as a Specialist Psychiatrist in Torbay HTT, a pivotal role situated within the Southern Locality of the Adult Clinical Directorate. The service is an exciting time to join this team with the plans of integrated care and 24/7 pilot community care.
Why Join Us: Making a Real Impact: Play a crucial role in developing this new service. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimize restrictions on patient treatment.
1. Inclusive Working Environment: Experience a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and champions recovery, inclusion, and wellbeing.
2. Opportunities for Growth: The post holder will be provided appropriate support for developing a portfolio and specialist registration through the portfolio pathway. This includes regular supervisions with the line manager, educational supervisor and the portfolio pathway lead. The trust will fund the first application while submitting the portfolio.
3. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy competitive annual leave entitlement and study leave opportunities. Embrace flexibility associated with this post.
This is a fixed term role for 2 years with the possibility of renewal.
Main duties
The post holder will be providing the senior medical leadership to Torbay HTT.
The post holder will be available 9-5 Monday to Friday. The post holder will be currently based at Haytor Unit, Torbay Hospital.
The post holder will work within MDT and offer urgent assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients being managed by the Torbay HTT as well as other expert clinical services in support of patients and their families/carers as judged necessary.
How to apply and equal opportunities
Apply now to unlock your potential and join us in creating an inclusive society where mental health and wellbeing are universally understood and valued. Devon Partnership NHS Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region and nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health and wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise and resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe and focused on people\'s recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families and carers in everything we do.
Our values
We recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust\'s core values, including commitment to quality of care, improving lives, respect, dignity and compassion. We value kindness, time for people, and openness to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and applications are encouraged from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
Date posted: 20 August 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Specialist
Salary: £100,870 to £111,441 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 24 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9369-25-0661
Job locations: Community Well-being Hub, Torbay Hospital, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7AA
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
Qualifications
* MB BS or equivalent
* GMC registration
Desirable
* Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent
* Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983
Experience
* Minimum of 12 years medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
* Shall meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework.
Desirable
* Experience at senior level working in the field of Psychiatry
* Experience of Home Treatment or equivalent
* Delivering supervision of non-medical prescribers
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
* Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients
* Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes
* Ability to manage crises and act independently
* Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients
* Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies
* Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
* Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA
* Good knowledge of clinical risk management
* Good knowledge of evidence based strategies for management of psychiatric disorder
Desirable
* Up to date CPR training
* Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations
* Understanding of NHS organisational arrangements including social care
Research
* Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base
Desirable
* Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site
* Publications in peer reviewed journals
* IT skills
Personal Skills, CPD, and Practical Arrangements
* Clear written and spoken communication
* Flexible, well organised, and reliable
* Commitment to CPD and ability to organise own learning
* Willingness to support other professions in achieving educational aims
* Ability to move across a geographical area as needed
Clinical Governance
* Commitment to involvement in ongoing clinical governance
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.
Certificates and 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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address: Community Well-being Hub, Torbay Hospital, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7AA
Website: www.dpt.nhs.uk
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