Consultant CAMHS Psychiatrist with special interest in Eating Disorder
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Job Summary
This is a great opportunity for a doctor ready to take the next step in their career. We welcome applications from enthusiastic, forward‑thinking individuals keen to develop and take a leading clinical role in our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. We are looking for highly motivated and committed professionals who can make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families, work well within a team, and bring energy and innovation to clinical practice.
Candidates will join a CQC‑rated Good service with a strong, established workforce of 15 Child Psychiatrists across Devon and Torbay. The role can be tailored to suit the successful candidate’s clinical interests and working preferences. Devon CAMHS is part of Children and Family Health Devon, an integrated service delivering health, social, and education support to children and young people. We are a large, progressive CAMHS that values diversity and is committed to continuous improvement, participation, and the use of routine outcome measures. Our model promotes prevention, early intervention, and resilience‑building, while delivering evidence‑based, outcome‑focused care to help children recover, thrive, and reach their full potential.
Main Duties
Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in Exeter CAMHS, with special interest in Eating Disorder 8PAs.
Two examples of duties include:
* Developing and leading specialist eating disorder services within a community CAMHS context.
* Providing medical leadership and mentorship for newly qualified consultants.
This post is specifically suited for candidates who would like to develop their special interest in Eating Disorders while working in a generic community CAMH service. It may be suitable for less than full time work.
About Us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
Our Values
* Commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, and giving respect, dignity & compassion.
* Inclusive and coproduction culture involving patients, families & carers in everything we do.
* Commitment to respecting, inclusiveness and diversity.
Experience
Essential
* 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.
Desirable
* 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.
Management
Essential
* Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
* Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
Desirable
* Management training / experience.
* Experience of involvement in service development.
Research
Essential
* Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
* Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
* Excellent communication skills.
* 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.
Desirable
* 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.
Qualifications
Essential
* Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
* 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.
Desirable
* 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.
* CCT in Child and adolescent / developmental psychiatry.
Training and Supervision
Essential
* 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.
Desirable
* Evidence of additional teaching skills.
* Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
* Experience in Clinical Supervision.
Person Specification
Essential
* Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
Desirable
* Aptitude for and practical experience of research.
Recruitment Details
Date posted: 17 October 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9369-25-0832
Location
Evergreen, Victoria Park Road, Exeter, EX2 4NU
Employer Details
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part‑time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
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