Consultant Psychiatrist – Secure Rehab

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist secure mental health service for adult women with complex needs. This established service offers medium and low secure care, supported by a successful and experienced medical department with a strong multidisciplinary ethos.

Salary: £154,000 – £170,000 DoE + £5K Car Allowance
Position:
Consultant Psychiatrist – Medium/Low Secure

Hours:

Full time
Setting:
Medium or low secure ward (depending on preference)

Location:

Warrington

• Lead care programmes for women with complex forensic and mental health needs
• Drive high‑quality multidisciplinary care and collaborative decision‑making
• Undertake psychiatric assessments to determine appropriate secure care pathways
• Build strong relationships with case managers and external stakeholders
• Provide evidence for tribunals and hospital managers’ hearings
• Support governance, audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in second on‑call rota with optional paid first on‑call shifts

• Full GMC registration and MRCPsych qualification
• On (or near) the specialist register in forensic or general adult psychiatry
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status
• Up‑to‑date appraisals and good standing with the Royal College
• Strong communication and leadership skills within secure environments

• £5,000 car allowance
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Generous pension scheme (GPPP)
• Life assurance and medical indemnity cover
• Enhanced maternity packages
• Free meals on duty
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support
• Career development, CPD and training opportunities

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfil your career goals

Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

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