Senior CYP Psychiatrist – Inpatient Adolescent Care Leader

Scienceabode; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 140,000 - GBP 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for its adolescent inpatient unit. This role requires senior psychiatrists to provide clinical leadership, ensure quality care, and work within a multidisciplinary team to support young individuals facing acute mental health challenges. The position offers a competitive package, including a salary of £140,000–£160,000 per annum, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, all while maintaining a trauma-informed environment.

Benefits

£140,000–£160,000 per annum

£5,000 car allowance

£10,000 retention bonus

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off

Employer contribution to pension plan

Life assurance

Free meals while on duty

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise.
• On the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Substantial experience in CYP-MH, preferably in inpatient settings.
• Passion for trauma-informed, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychiatric assessments and evidence-based care planning.
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medication as per NICE guidance.
• Chair ward rounds and Mental Health Act assessments.
• Liaise with families and external agencies.

Skills

Registered with the GMC

Experience in Child & Adolescent Mental Health

Trauma-informed care

Leadership in clinical settings

Education

CCT in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

A mental health services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for its adolescent inpatient unit. This role requires senior psychiatrists to provide clinical leadership, ensure quality care, and work within a multidisciplinary team to support young individuals facing acute mental health challenges. The position offers a competitive package, including a salary of £140,000–£160,000 per annum, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, all while maintaining a trauma-informed environment.