Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS Forensic (Female Low Secure)

Job Description

Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a CAMHS forensic low secure service supporting young females. This role offers a highly specialist environment, working with complex cases requiring structured, trauma-informed and risk-managed care.

The service is a 10-bed low secure unit with a focus on rehabilitation, safeguarding, and long-term recovery.

Salary: £180,000
Position: Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS Forensic
Hours: Full Time - 1 day WFH
Setting: 10-bed female CAMHS low secure unit
Location: Stockport

Your key responsibilities will be;

• Provide clinical leadership within a CAMHS forensic service
• Act as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act
• Conduct risk assessments and forensic care planning
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings and ward reviews
• Support safeguarding and trauma-informed care approaches
• Oversee admissions and secure care pathways
• Contribute to governance and service improvement

For this role, we're looking for someone who has;

• GMC registration with licence to practise
• CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent
• Section 12 approval and Approved Clinician status essential
• Experience in CAMHS or forensic mental health settings
• Strong understanding of risk and safeguarding frameworks

What benefits are on offer;

• Free onsite parking
• Birthday leave entitlement
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits and discounts
• Career development opportunities
• Leadership training programmes

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
• Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

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