Senior Forensic Psychiatrist & Clinical Leader

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Abertillery; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider in Abertillery is seeking an experienced Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist to provide strategic leadership and expert clinical oversight. In this role, you will manage a defined caseload, oversee psychiatric assessments, and ensure high standards of care within secure services. The successful candidate will have significant psychiatric experience, including prior roles in forensic settings and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package included.

Benefits

£5000 car allowance

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development and training

Access to GP services and medical indemnity cover

Life Assurance

Wellbeing support and activities

Free Meals and onsite parking

Qualifications

• Must possess Full GMC registration.
• Must have ≥5 years postgraduate psychiatric experience, including ≥2 years in forensic settings.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical management of caseload overseeing assessments and treatment planning.
• Provide specialist advice to courts and prepare reports for hearings.
• Participate in clinical governance, audits, and risk management.

Skills

Risk assessment

Clinical leadership

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Understanding of MHA/MCA

Education

MBChB/MBBS

MRCPsych

Higher research degree (MD/PhD)

Job description

A mental health services provider in Abertillery is seeking an experienced Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist to provide strategic leadership and expert clinical oversight. In this role, you will manage a defined caseload, oversee psychiatric assessments, and ensure high standards of care within secure services. The successful candidate will have significant psychiatric experience, including prior roles in forensic settings and demonstrated leadership capabilities. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package included.