Provide clinical leadership and be the Responsible Clinician for all patients on Gloucester ward, and provide reciprocal cover as RC for Meadowview ward during leave. Review new patients in a timely manner and oversee the clinical management of patients on the ward. Will be available for timely CPA meetings and facilitate discharge planning. Carry out duties as Responsible Clinician, including Mental Health Act assessments, preparation of tribunal reports and giving oral evidence at managers hearings and mental health review tribunals. Be actively involved in supporting staff development and in effecting continual service improvement. Provide clinical supervision to the trainees, as well as supervising the specialty doctor. Clinical Audit: The post holder will participate in audit to ensure the continuous improvement of the service. The organic ward has an experienced full time consultant psychiatrist .The post holder will only be expected to provide cover for holidays and absences.