Job summary
We are looking for 3 individuals to work across the county to provide medical support to our newly created intensive and assertive treatment (IAT) teams. There are three IAT teams across the county, each aligned to core community mental health services in one of three Integrated care areas (West, Mid, East). Phase one commissioning is to provide a service to 100 patients across the county patients in each team). This may be expanded next year. The IAT operates a flexible caseload model, with patients moving between services to meet needs. IAT has important interfaces with the Early Intervention in Psychosis service, Mental Health Community and Rehabilitation Teams, as well as our inpatient services.
IAT is commissioned to provide assertive and proactive patient-centered support. The model aims to address health inequalities, work on principles of early intervention and prevention, focus on co-production, and adopt a holistic and system-based approach.
The team will provide a service for individuals who experience complex psychosis, defined by factors such as: severe and persistent psychotic disorders, high use of inpatient and/or crisis services, challenges in maintaining contact and engagement, and other need/factors including violence/offending, dual diagnosis, poor treatment response, and unstable accommodation.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide psychiatric medical care to patients on the east-IAT caseload. The clinical model emphasises the importance of a team approach to care for these patients with intensive and assertive outreach needs.
Due to the nature of the caseload, the majority of the care will be provided in the community through home visits. Outpatient clinic facilities are also bookable at the team-bases as required.
Key roles will include:
Contributing to diagnosis and formulation for complex patients.
Managing psychopharmacological aspects of care.
Integrating aspects of physical and mental health of patients.
Liaison with colleagues in primary care.
Being involved in escalation of care for deteriorating patients, including Section 12 duties.
The post holder must be approved under the Section of the Mental Health Act 1983 or be eligible for such approval and willing to undertake training to obtain this status.
About us
Cornwall is a rural and maritime county in the Southwest region of England. It has a distinctive peninsular form with a long, indented coastline often featuring rugged cliffs and sandy beaches. The sea forms the northern, southern and western boundaries, with the River Tamar forming the eastern border with Devon.
The County has a population of 570, census). The population of the County changes significantly during the summer months with more than 4 million tourists visiting Cornwall each year so that at peak-season in August, the total population is increased by more than 50%.
Cornwall County consists of a new unitary authority for Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly. NHS Kernow CCG is the clinical commissioning group for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CFT) is the principal provider of mental health, learning disability and universal children's services to people living in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
The Trust is one of the largest local employers in Cornwall. The Trust was formed as a specialist provider in April 2002 following reorganisation of local NHS Trusts. It was licensed as a Foundation Trust in March 2010 and acquired community children's services in April 2011 and Tier 4 inpatient CAMHS services in 2019.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty Doctor
Salary
£61,542 to £99,216 a year Per Annum Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
201-MD-25-SD-003
Job locations
Bodmin Community Hospital
Bodmin Community Hospital, Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL24 2QT
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this opportunity and the required duties please refer to the attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this opportunity and the required duties please refer to the attached job description
Person Specification
Completed Core Training or equivalent
Essential
* equivalent of completed Core training in Psychiatry
Desirable
* CCT training in HEE UK
Competency for Special Doctor
Essential
* Achieved Qualification and training in Psychiatry
Desirable
* Completed Foundation training
shortlisting
Essential
* Qualification
Desirable
* achieved grade as doctor
Completed Psychiatry Core training
Essential
* Pass exam for Psychiatry Training
Desirable
* completed 3 years Core training
Assesment on Interview
Essential
* suitability for the post
Desirable
* years in Psychiatry training
Person Specification
Completed Core Training or equivalent
Essential
* equivalent of completed Core training in Psychiatry
Desirable
* CCT training in HEE UK
Competency for Special Doctor
Essential
* Achieved Qualification and training in Psychiatry
Desirable
* Completed Foundation training
shortlisting
Essential
* Qualification
Desirable
* achieved grade as doctor
Completed Psychiatry Core training
Essential
* Pass exam for Psychiatry Training
Desirable
* completed 3 years Core training
Assesment on Interview
Essential
* suitability for the post
Desirable
* years in Psychiatry training
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
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bodmin Community Hospital
Bodmin Community Hospital, Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL24 2QT
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bodmin Community Hospital
Bodmin Community Hospital, Boundary Road
Bodmin
PL24 2QT
Employer's website
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