Overview
Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist + RRP up to 30% – Derbyshire CAMHS
Job Summary
Come and join our CAMHS service rated Outstanding in our most recent CQC Inspection. We have consultant roles including posts in the City and in localities near the Peak District and South Dales, in specialties including urgent care/crisis services, Eating Disorders, and generic Community CAMHS. Derbyshire CAMHS has strong retention and positive staff survey results. The service has expanded to include specialty doctors, trainees, and a Multi professional Approved Clinician. The Psychological Therapies Division supports a trauma-informed approach. Flexible working and hybrid policy are encouraged.
This post attracts a 30% RRP, based on the bottom of the National Consultant pay scale. It will be paid as a golden hello over 2 years and subject to review.
Main duties
South Derbyshire CAMHS footprint covers Derby City, Amber Valley, Erewash, South Derbyshire & Ashbourne with 5 bases in Derby City, Long Eaton, Ripley, Rivermead and Swadlincote.
* Provide psychiatric assessments, including assessment of risk to self and others.
* Manage patients under the CAMHS Crisis and Liaison pathway with risk assessment and management.
* Liaison with community teams, family and agencies supporting children and young people in crisis.
* Ensure the Mental Health Act is used appropriately; provide medical recommendations for community and 136 Suite assessments; involvement in MHA assessments during on-call duties.
* MHA RC duties and, when necessary, support colleagues in CPA discharge reviews to minimise length of stay and enhance community care packages for CYP being discharged.
About Us
Join Team Derbyshire Healthcare and contribute to a compassionate workforce. The Trust was rated Good in 2019 with CAMHS rated as Outstanding.
Benefits
* Flexible working where possible
* 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays (35 days after 7 years)
* Annual appraisal and ongoing training
* Generous NHS pension
* Maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
* Health service discounts and online benefits
* Incremental pay progression
* Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
* Staff networks (BAME, LGBTQ+, Wellness, Disability)
* Health and wellbeing opportunities
* Structured learning and development opportunities
Details
Date posted: 03 September 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per year, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference: 383-MED-6070-25
Job Description & Qualifications
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This is a newly established full-time substantive Consultant Post: a key clinical lead within the CAMHS Acute Care Team, expanding to include Crisis/Home Treatment Function and Day Services, integrating former RISE Liaison and nurse-led Enhanced Home Support Service teams.
Qualifications – Essential: MB BS or equivalent; Fully registered with the GMC with licence to practise at application. Desirable: MRCPsych or equivalent.
Skills – Essential: Assessing and treating children and young people.
Compliance & Sponsorship
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and may require Disclosure to the DBS. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered. UK registration is required.
Employer
Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Temple House, Mill Hill Lane, Derby DE23 6SA. Website: derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk
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