We are seeking a Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to join our secure services at the Ashford Unit, Tatchbury Mount, delivering specialist psychiatric care within an adult low secure forensic unit. In this role, you will lead multi-disciplinary care, managing complex cases for adults with intellectual disabilities who have forensic histories. Working with an experienced team, you will perform thorough assessments, design bespoke treatment plans, and oversee risk management processes that support patient rehabilitation and safe reintegration. With a balanced focus on both clinical leadership and direct patient care, this role offers 5 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week, welcoming flexible working arrangements. This is an excellent opportunity for consultants dedicated to impactful forensic mental health care within a structured, patient-centred setting., As a Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry at the Ashford Unit, you will manage the psychiatric care of adult patients with intellectual disabilities in a low secure forensic setting. Key duties include:
Conducting detailed psychiatric assessments, developing care plans, and monitoring treatment outcomes.
Leading clinical decision-making and risk management within a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring patient safety and recovery-focused care.
Acting as the Responsible Clinician for detained patients, with Mental Health Act duties and active participation in Care Programme Approach (CPA) reviews.
Providing clinical oversight and guidance to team members, supporting a collaborative approach to complex cases.
Participating in service development, quality improvement, and governance activities to enhance care standards and service effectiveness.
This role is ideal for consultants with expertise in forensic psychiatry, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, recovery-oriented care.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas.
We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration.
Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future.