Specialist Doctor, Child & Adult Psychiatry CAMHS High Intensity Unit

Antistatique; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bournemouth is looking for a Specialist Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The role involves working with a dynamic team in a High Intensity Environment, conducting assessments and developing treatment plans for patients. Ideal candidates should have experience in mental health with children and young people. Excellent benefits and flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Recruitment & retention payment of £10,000

Relocation package up to £10,000

Flexible working arrangements

Complete NHS benefits package

Responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face assessments for patients aged up to 18.
• Meet families and community staff for treatment planning.
• Participate in tribunal work and daily ward meetings.

Skills

Experience working with children

Ability to work within a high‑intensity inpatient environment

Ability to work in partnership with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Specialist Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

Specialist Doctor, Child & Adult Psychiatry – CAMHS High Intensity Unit

Our inpatient CAMHS is expanding to include an 8‑bed High Intensity Environment/PICU opening in 2026 in Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth. This role offers a unique opportunity to join our dynamic team and advance your career in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Location

Bournemouth, Dorset

Role Summary

As a Specialist Doctor, you will work alongside the Consultant and Consultant Nurse AC, providing assessment, treatment planning and day‑to‑day clinical care for patients with complex psychiatric presentations in the High Intensity Environment and Pebble Lodge General Adolescent Unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct face‑to‑face assessments and develop treatment plans for patients aged up to 18.
• Meet families and community staff, review records and write clinical reports.
• Participate in tribunal work, daily ward meetings with staff and CPA, and discharge planning.
• Work under the supervision of Consultant psychiatrists and the Consultant Nurse AC.
• Maintain Section 12(2) status and be an Approved Clinician.

Qualifications & Experience

• Specialist Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Experience working with children, young people and complex psychiatric cases.
• Ability to work within a high‑intensity inpatient environment and in partnership with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Recruitment & retention payment of £10,000 – paid in monthly instalments for the first year.
• Relocation package up to £10,000.
• Flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities.
• Complete NHS benefits package.

Application Process

Read the attached job description and person specification. Submit your application with a supporting statement that reflects the criteria set out in these documents. For questions or to discuss the role before applying, email Dr Stephen Turberville, Medical Lead for Acute CAMHS.