Consultant Psychiatrist - Completing CCT in next 6 months

Consultant Psychiatrist - Completing CCT in next 6 months

Location: Northampton or Birmingham

Full Time (part time / full time / flexible working considered)

Starting Salary up to £135,000 depending on experience

Suitable for those completing their psychiatry CCT in the next 6 months.

Main duties of the job

Make a difference for yourself and your patients!

Why join St Andrews

• Opportunities to progress; most senior medical managers started as Consultant Psychiatrists in the Charity
• Support from Specialty Doctors and Physical Healthcare team
• Infrequent non-resident second on calls with 24-hour first on-call cover
• Support for undertaking MBA degrees
• Join a community of over 30 Consultant Psychiatrists and 8 Clinical Directors with weekly multidisciplinary CPD and Grand Rounds, including NHS colleagues
• Low locum occupancy; posts fill quickly
• Support for private practice and medicolegal work through community partnerships
• Opportunities for joint roles with the NHS
• Teaching opportunities for medical students from Cambridge and Buckingham, as well as trainees
• Research opportunities with our Research and Innovation Team
• Advanced analytics and data monitoring, integrated with Electronic Records
• Electronic Prescribing across wards
• £1000 dedicated study allowance
• Flexible and remote working options
• Central UK location with excellent transport links, good schools, and affordable properties

About us

The Role

Develop your experience and research interests in a forward-thinking, holistic service that values new ideas and patient-centered care.

Lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee complex patient care, and influence service development to achieve optimal outcomes. Enjoy autonomy, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with full MDT support and dedicated administrative staff.

Job responsibilities

Please contact us for an updated JD and information on progression pathways.

Other benefits:

Pension, 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, free parking, NHS-aligned sickness policy, secretarial support, and more.

International Medical Graduates

We welcome applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship. Contact for support details.

Interested?

Contact our Internal Recruitment Consultant, James Farrelly, at or for more information.

Person Specification Qualifications

• MRCPsych or equivalent; CESR or CCT in General Adult, Forensic, Learning Disability, or Old Age Psychiatry

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Salary and Contract

£125,000 to £135,000 per year plus 41 days leave (including bank holidays) and benefits. Permanent contract.

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible, or Compressed hours.