Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of a Consultant Psychiatrist in the Forensic Intellectual and Neurodevelopmental Disorders (FIND) Service. The service consists of three teams- Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT), Forensic Personality Disorder Service (FPDS) and FIND. Over the last 5 years FPDS and SCFT have expanded and FIND expansion is planned for 2024/2025. FIND is a regional service serving Devon (incl. Plymouth), Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The FIND service delivers a care pathway service for both men and women with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and/or Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). The service works with these patients in order to optimise length of stay and the forensic care pathway. A key aim is to reduce the use of out-of-area or specialist placements and for efficient use of South West network beds. Currently the FIND service offers Signposting and advice (Tier 1), Consultation, training and supervision (Tier 2), Joint work, Care pathway management and Access assessment (Tier 3). When the FIND team has undergone the planned expansion, they will also hold a small caseload of Tier 4 Care co-ordination. The post-holder will join an exciting & highly motivated team in delivering a range of care in a well-established tiered system. There will have a capped caseload of patients and act as community RC for this cohort. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be a key stakeholder in shaping growth, development & expansion of the service. Main duties of the job This post offers an opportunity to develop and provide clinical leadership for the service. They will join the Secure service on-call rota which has middle and junior grades on-call system embedded in it. They will join the diverse and dynamic RC/consultant group of the Secure service as part of clinical leadership team of the Service. The service is commissioned by the South West Provider Collaborative (SWPC), which allows the post-holder to contribute to regional strategic developments. Providing clinical leadership alongside colleagues to the FIND team. Act as Responsible Clinician for the Devon Tier 4 caseload under the FIND teams care. Facilitate care pathway management, including specialist advice and liaison, consultation, regarding the care pathway of the Devon (inc Plymouth) and Cornwall Secure LDA cohort. Attendance at weekly team and service meetings in line with job plan. Role in centralised Community Forensic Service triaging function and completion of access assessments. Role in consultation/training and pathway advice. Role in Care planning and treatment formulation, including guidance on evidence-based treatment and effectiveness. Liaison and collaborative working with other services/agencies. Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act implementation. Multi-disciplinary, multi-agency and partnership working. Role in specialist forensic risk assessment, formulation and mitigation. Other roles that may develop as part of care for the cohort. About us About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9369-25-0255 Job locations Easby House Langdon Hospital Dawlish Devon EX7 0NR Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Person Specification Research Essential Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice. Desirable Aptitude for and practical experience of research. Values Essential A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity. Desirable A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies. Teaching and Supervision Essential Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Desirable Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision. Experience Essential Prior experience working in a Forensic and/or Learning Disability Service Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance. Desirable Evidence of development of special interest in Forensic and/or Learning Disability services. Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care. Trained in structured clinical risk assessment relevant to this patient population. Management Essential Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements. Desirable Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development. Aptitudes Essential Excellent communication skills. Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams. Desirable Evidence of new ideas in service delivery. A track record of implementing service initiatives. Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the General Medical Council. To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. Desirable MRCPsych. Other professional qualification (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ). CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry / Forensic Psychiatry. Person Specification Research Essential Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice. Desirable Aptitude for and practical experience of research. Values Essential A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity. Desirable A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies. Teaching and Supervision Essential Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Desirable Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision. Experience Essential Prior experience working in a Forensic and/or Learning Disability Service Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance. Desirable Evidence of development of special interest in Forensic and/or Learning Disability services. Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care. Trained in structured clinical risk assessment relevant to this patient population. Management Essential Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements. Desirable Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development. Aptitudes Essential Excellent communication skills. Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams. Desirable Evidence of new ideas in service delivery. A track record of implementing service initiatives. Qualifications Essential Full Registration with the General Medical Council. To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. Desirable MRCPsych. Other professional qualification (eg CBT, PSI, CAT ). CCT in Learning Disability Psychiatry / Forensic Psychiatry. 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 Devon Partnership NHS Trust Address Easby House Langdon Hospital Dawlish Devon EX7 0NR Employer's website https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)