Job summary At CNTW we strive to provide the BEST CARE, delivered by the BEST PEOPLE, to achieve the BEST OUTCOME. This is a new post for an adult for a consultant psychiatrist to provide medical input into the East Adult community Treatment located in Cumbria. Post holders will work along with multidisciplinary teams covering the adult population in North-Cumbria. The post holder will provide senior clinical expertise in the assessment and treatment of individuals with complex mental health problems and what are termed as at-risk mental states. As an added bonus, the Trust is located in the Northeast of England and Cumbria which is an area of outstanding natural beauty, containing national parks, ancient heritage sites and major cities supported by excellent national and international transport links. The area is predominantly rural and contains the Lake District National Park which is considered one of England's finest areas of natural beauty. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Oladipupo Omolabi Email: oladipupo.omolabicntw.nhs.uk Tel: 0191 2875060 Main duties of the job This is a 10 PA substantive Consultant post providing senior clinical and leadership input in the East and West Adult Community Treatment Team. Post holder would be expected to work alongside other experienced consultants, nurses and other members of the MDT covering the working adult age population in North Cumbria. The post-holder is expected to: Participating in the engagement, assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the CTT. Be committed to delivering excellence in clinical care, Work effectively with the multidisciplinary community team and in-patient teams. Promote the safety and well-being of the patients we serve. To respect the rights and the dignity of patients. To consider the individual and cultural needs of patients and Working with families and carers in the best interest of the patient (in line with the Trust Carers' Charter). About us Why us? Up to £8k relocation package 30 days study leave (every 3 years) with a generous study leave allowance Flexible working opportunities created with you involved in your job plan Remote working available as suits service needs Dedicated and protected SPA time Focus on creating a healthy workforce by investing heavily in health and wellbeing accessible support including emotional, physical, social, psychological financial and career well being Teaching and research opportunities available Stimulating CPD sessions and programs including mentoring, medical leadership, and coaching Teaching opportunities in our brand-new state of the art Medical Education Centre Employee Excellence awards Plus, lots more employee benefits including discounts. Find out more at www.thriveatcntw.co.uk When you work for CNTW, you will work for a Trust that has been rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC and is ranked 1st nationally in GMC trainer survey for the support provides to trainers. You will make a difference in changing people's lives. You will join a medical workforce that is passionate about providing care and receive superb training and development opportunities and excellent staff benefits. Date posted 04 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year pro rata for part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 263-COM24-024 Job locations Portland House Carlisle CA1 1PY Job description Job responsibilities As a Consultant Psychiatrist working in the Adult Community Treatment Team in Cumbria, you will have responsibility for the provision of safe and effective care and treatment which is evidence based. You will share the vision of integrated and multi-disciplinary working and actively engage in the development of the service through research and support. The post holder would be expected to be included on the specialist register (or eligible within 6months) and Approved Clinician Status or able to achieve this within 3months of appointment). Please read our attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on our exciting role available. Job description Job responsibilities As a Consultant Psychiatrist working in the Adult Community Treatment Team in Cumbria, you will have responsibility for the provision of safe and effective care and treatment which is evidence based. You will share the vision of integrated and multi-disciplinary working and actively engage in the development of the service through research and support. The post holder would be expected to be included on the specialist register (or eligible within 6months) and Approved Clinician Status or able to achieve this within 3months of appointment). Please read our attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on our exciting role available. Person Specification Qualifications/Eligibility Essential MBBS (or equivalent) Registration with GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion or included within six months of CCT/CESR Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 OR able to achieve within three month of appointment Approved Clinician Status OR able to achieve within three month of appointment Desirable MRCPsych Possess a CCT/CESR in Psychiatry Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge in the relevant field of Psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation Desirable An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies Experience Essential Experience of multidisciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Desirable Experience in multi-agency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills Essential High level of clinical skills Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the adult population Excellent communication skills Desirable Established ability as a clinical teacher Established record of clinical leadership Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy Personal Characteristics Essential Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthiness Maturity, openness and flexibility Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form Able to meet the mobility requirement of the post Punctuality/good time management Honesty and integrity Well organised Person Specification Qualifications/Eligibility Essential MBBS (or equivalent) Registration with GMC (or eligible to become registered) with a licence to practice Included on GMC Specialist Register (General Psychiatry) or eligible for inclusion or included within six months of CCT/CESR Approved under Section12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983 OR able to achieve within three month of appointment Approved Clinician Status OR able to achieve within three month of appointment Desirable MRCPsych Possess a CCT/CESR in Psychiatry Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field Has undergone training in educational supervision Has undergone training in appraisal Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge in the relevant field of Psychiatry Awareness of current issues and controversies in service provision, mental health policy and legislation Desirable An area of special interest relevant to the post as demonstrated by publications or presentations to learned societies Experience Essential Experience of multidisciplinary team working Wide clinical experience in general adult psychiatry in different clinical settings Experience of Clinical Audit Desirable Experience in multi-agency work especially with service user, carer and voluntary agencies Experience in service management or development Skills Essential High level of clinical skills Proven competence in diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders in the adult population Excellent communication skills Desirable Established ability as a clinical teacher Established record of clinical leadership Training in specific and relevant treatment skills e.g. a brief form of psychological therapy Personal Characteristics Essential Able to sustain self and support others Trustworthiness Maturity, openness and flexibility Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form Able to meet the mobility requirement of the post Punctuality/good time management Honesty and integrity Well organised 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Portland House Carlisle CA1 1PY Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)