Job summary Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist (20K RRP) Westminster CAMHS Service (CNWL) Permanent, Part-Time (8PAs) A rare and attractive opportunity has arisen in Westminster CAMHS, for 8PAs substantive Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to work in Westminster CAMH Service, specialising in neurodevelopmental disorders. There may be fixed term opportunities to increase to 10PAs Westminster CAMHS's vision is to be an outstanding and caring multidisciplinary team, with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and patient participation. This post attracts a Golden Hello of 20K payable in two instalments (subject to eligibility, taxable and non pensionable ), Relocation package for up to 8K (subject to eligibility) a generous annual leave entitlement, study leave, the NHS pension for a scheme and a range of staff discounts including discount on the purchase and the lease of new cars. Further Information & Arrangements to visit Dr Monica Ramirez (Lead Psychiatrist for Westminster CAMHS) Tel: 0203 317 5999 Dr Azer Mohammed, Clinical Director CAMHS E: azernhs.net, Tel: 020 3317 5999 Main duties of the job The primary role of the post will be to provide leadership to the Westminster neurodevelopmental/ learning disability pathway and direct clinical input to young people and families, especially those whose mental health needs are particularly complex and to support the other members of the MDT in relation to clinical management of complex cases. About us Central and North West London (CNWL) specialises in caring for people with a wide range of mental and physical health needs and is one of the largest mental health trusts in England. Each CAMHS service has its own local management structure: CAMHS is based in a welcoming purpose-built site, near efficient Tube and Bus connections. Westminster CAMHS is a specialist service but well-resourced to also provide early intervention (Tier 2) services, specialist CLA and Paediatric Liaison Teams (for St Mary's Hospital). Westminster CAMHS has a Lead Psychiatrist, Therapies lead and team manager who work closely with the outer boroughs service manager. Each sub-team has a psychiatry and therapy lead and they, together with the team and service manager form the local senior management team which meets monthly. The postholder will be part of the SMT. The service has active service user groups for young people and parents. The team has a monthly CPD session and local care quality meeting, a monthly local consultants meeting and a monthly senior management meeting which the postholder will be part of. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year London Weighting of £2,162 per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 333-G-CA-W-0001-C Job locations Westminster CAMHS 7a Woodfield Road London W9 2NW Job description Job responsibilities To provide psychiatric leadership to the ND/LD Team. To provide clinical input to the ND/LD including conducting initial assessments, psychiatric assessments, risk assessments and treatment including initiation and monitoring of pharmacological treatments. Supporting the ND Team MDT with regard to comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management planning, guided by the CAMHS care pathways and clinical model. Providing psychiatric consultation to the ND Team MDT and the wider CAMHS team when indicated. Liaison with NHS England, Commissioners and Tier 4 services when referral to Tier 4 is indicated. Liaison with Tier 4 services and contribution to CRAFT and CPA meetings. Job description Job responsibilities To provide psychiatric leadership to the ND/LD Team. To provide clinical input to the ND/LD including conducting initial assessments, psychiatric assessments, risk assessments and treatment including initiation and monitoring of pharmacological treatments. Supporting the ND Team MDT with regard to comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management planning, guided by the CAMHS care pathways and clinical model. Providing psychiatric consultation to the ND Team MDT and the wider CAMHS team when indicated. Liaison with NHS England, Commissioners and Tier 4 services when referral to Tier 4 is indicated. Liaison with Tier 4 services and contribution to CRAFT and CPA meetings. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice Section 12 MHA Approved Approved Clinician status or willing to apply for approval. Primary medical degree On the Specialist Register (or CCT expected within 6 months of interview date) Desirable MRCPsych (or equivalent) An additional post graduate qualification of relevance to working with children and Adolescents Inclusion on the Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or CCT expected within 6 months of interview date) Completed training for Clinical Supervisor role, or willingness to attend training Experience, Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of Clinical Governance/Care Quality Able to participate in Medical Audit and Quality Improvement Experience of teaching and supervision of junior staff and other disciplines Experience and training in the assessment and management of cases with complex presentations with high risk, emotional disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders Desirable Management Training Experience of Research Experience in Paediatrics Publication in peer-reviewed journal Personal Skills & Qualities Essential Excellent communication and empathic skills with a range of different people Demonstrable leadership skills Experience of team working Sound organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative Cultural Sensitivity and ability to work in multi ethnic environment Ability to cope with considerable pressure and adapt to new demands Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice Section 12 MHA Approved Approved Clinician status or willing to apply for approval. Primary medical degree On the Specialist Register (or CCT expected within 6 months of interview date) Desirable MRCPsych (or equivalent) An additional post graduate qualification of relevance to working with children and Adolescents Inclusion on the Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or CCT expected within 6 months of interview date) Completed training for Clinical Supervisor role, or willingness to attend training Experience, Skills and Abilities Essential Knowledge of Clinical Governance/Care Quality Able to participate in Medical Audit and Quality Improvement Experience of teaching and supervision of junior staff and other disciplines Experience and training in the assessment and management of cases with complex presentations with high risk, emotional disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders Desirable Management Training Experience of Research Experience in Paediatrics Publication in peer-reviewed journal Personal Skills & Qualities Essential Excellent communication and empathic skills with a range of different people Demonstrable leadership skills Experience of team working Sound organisational skills Ability to work on own initiative Cultural Sensitivity and ability to work in multi ethnic environment Ability to cope with considerable pressure and adapt to new demands 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 Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Address Westminster CAMHS 7a Woodfield Road London W9 2NW Employer's website https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)