Consultant In Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Haringey GP Federation; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Sheffield is seeking a dedicated Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to lead a compassionate team focused on high-quality care for children. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, including training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This role includes responsibilities such as psychiatric assessment and clinical leadership, with an emphasis on teamwork and quality improvement. Join us to make a positive impact in the lives of young people.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Health programmes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is necessary.
• Experience or interest in learning disability required.
• Evidence of research interest in relevant specialist fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team at The Lodge, providing clinical leadership.
• Oversee high-quality psychiatric assessments and care plans.
• Promote team development and continuous professional improvement.

Skills

Communication with children

Team collaboration

Teaching skills

Education

MBChB or equivalent

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Section 12(2) Approval

Job description

Consultant In Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

The closing date is 01 February 2026

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to join our dynamic and compassionate team. This is an exciting opportunity for you to lead and deliver high‑quality care for children and adolescents within a multidisciplinary setting. There are excellent opportunities for teaching, research and audit, and leadership and development within the specialty can also be facilitated.

About Us:

The Lodge at the Becton Centre is an inpatient unit that admits children and adolescents from across South Yorkshire, including the City of Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley, and Bassetlaw. The team is dedicated to providing a holistic, compassionate, and multidisciplinary approach to mental health care.

About You:

• MBChB or equivalent
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Learning Disability
• Section 12(2) Approval

If you are an enthusiastic, experienced and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you!

Interviews expected to be held on Wednesday 18th February 2026.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Be the Team Leader of the Lodge, supported by the Lead Nurse, ward managers, and in collaboration with Heads of Departments.
• Offer expert opinion and clinical leadership, providing senior medical advice in the management of patients within the service.
• Oversee referrals into the team, through consultation with the assessing clinician or during weekly meetings.
• Ensure all patients under your care receive high‑quality psychiatric assessments, treatment, and care plans.
• Provide ongoing support to team members, promoting an environment of clinical excellence and continuous professional development.

About the Trust

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:

• Brilliant Place to work
• Leaders in Children’s Health

We work successfully with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are among the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.

As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.

Sheffield Children’s provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children’s uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• MBChB or equivalent
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) or equivalent or within 6 months of gaining CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Learning Disability
• Section 12(2) Approval

Knowledge

• Appropriate training and experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Experience in learning disability

Training

• Basic experience in management eg trainee rotas
• Understanding of NHS management responsibilities of consultants

Academic Achievements, Research/Publications

• Has interest in research and undertaken clinical projects
• Shown evidence of interest in relevant specialist research

Skills

• Able to communicate well with children, parents and staff
• Ability to work as a team with professional colleagues from medical and other disciplines
• Ability to teach, teaching qualifications
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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.

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust