Job Description

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Main area

Psychiatry

Grade

NHS Medical & Dental: Consultant

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Full time Part time Job share Flexible working
10 sessions per week

Job ref

201-MD-25-CON-029

Site

Bodmin Community Hospital

Town

Bodmin

Salary

109,725 - 145,478 per annum plus on call allowances

Salary period

Yearly

Closing

25/11/2025 23:59

Thank you for your interest in joining us at

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.

We pride ourselves in striving to be an employer of choice.

Strategic Themes

Great Care


Care based on what matters to people.*
Care provided at home or close to home.*
Improvement through learning, research and innovation.*
Prevention and alternatives to hospital.*

Great Organisation


Buildings that support health and wellbeing.*
Technology enabled care.*
Care teams are supported by responsive corporate services.*
Safe, efficient, effective and productive.*

Great People


A place people love to work and feel valued.*
Living our values with staff (all voices count).*
Attract, grow and develop talent.*
Leaders with compassion, who continuously learn and listen.*

Great Partner


Encourage and enable effective partnerships.*
Joined-up community services.*
Work with others to maximise workforce opportunities.*
Reduce our impact on the environment.*


At the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. In addition, although the role advertised may have a 'home' office base indicated, we remain committed to supporting flexibility around workplace locations. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

The successful applicant will be an NHS employee and may therefore have contact with vulnerable service users. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff, service users and those attending our sites. Unless exempt, we encourage and support staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

Job overview

Live, work, and thrive in one of the UK's most desirable locations

Are you ready to take the next step in your career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life? Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is offering a unique opportunity to join our East Cornwall Inpatient Mental Health Team as a Consultant in General Adult Psychiatry.

Why Cornwall?

Nestled in one of the UK's most sought-after regions, Cornwall offers:


Stunning beaches and unspoilt countryside right on your doorstep

A family-friendly environment with excellent schools and welcoming communities

A slower pace of life balanced with vibrant cultural, food, and arts scenes

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking consultant who can provide strong clinical leadership and help shape the future of our services. Whether your interests lie in service development, research, or teaching alongside clinical practice, we will support you to pursue them.

What We Offer

Generous relocation and recruitment package to make your move stress-free

Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements designed to support a positive work-life balance

Opportunities for professional growth, including involvement in research, teaching, and service innovation

The chance to make a real impact, influencing service development while delivering high-quality care


Join us in shaping the future of mental health care in Cornwall - and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve.

Main duties of the job

To manage the patients clinical workload within the ward areas, including professional supervision to junior medical staff. This may include assessing competencies under the MMC framework.



To support the education and training of junior medical staff



To record accurately and comprehensively, clinical activity .



To participate in service and business planning activity for the adult services (hospital and community), and as appropriate, for the whole Mental Health Service.



To participate in annual appraisal for consultants.



To attend and participate in the academic programme of the Trust, including lectures and seminars as part of the internal CPD programme.



To participate annually in a job plan review with the Chief Medical Officer, which will include consultation with a relevant Manager in order to ensure that the post is developed to take into account changes in service configuration and delivery associated with modernisation.



The post holder will be expected to work with local managers and professional colleagues in ensuring the efficient running of services and share with consultant colleagues in the medical contribution to management.



To comply with the Trust's agreed policies, procedures, standing orders and financial instructions, and to take an active role in the financial management of the service and support the Chief Medical Officer and other managers in preparing plans for services.

Working for our organisation

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.



We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.



Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.



We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.



Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To view a detailed approved job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

We are able to also consider experienced candidates (who do not hold Specialist registrations) who are looking to develop the pathway portfolio to specialist registration

Person specification

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Qualifications and Training

Essential criteria

Recognised Medical Degree Full GMC Registration Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the Specialist Register or a Specialty Trainee within 6 months of gaining CCT Eligibility for Section 12 and AC Approval

Desirable criteria

Relevant Higher Degree e.g., MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications Completion of Clinical and Educational Supervisor Training #

Experience

Essential criteria

Experience in assessing and treating mental health patients in out-patient and community settings. Knowledge and evidence of participation in CPD Prior experience working in a rehabilitation Service

Desirable criteria

Experience of working across different services within mental health Other relevant experience, e.g., specific psychological therapies Qualifications or experience in managing physical illness #

Skills

Essential criteria

Previous experience in taking a leadership role in several multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high quality care and staff morale Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work. Ability to appraise own performance Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable criteria

Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills.

At Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust we are proud to prioritise the development of our people. To support this, the following opportunities are available:


Career conversations and individual development plans for succession planning and talent management Protected CPD time for registered staff Access to a dedicated central development fund supporting CPD for all staff Leadership and Management development programmes Coaching and mentoring opportunities A full clinical induction programme for operational skills Access to a care certificate programme for our band 1-4 clinical staff A bespoke and robust preceptorship programme to support newly qualified staff Individual professional development programmes

Being part of a successful NHS Foundation Trust brings a portfolio of rewards and benefits for our staff. These include:


Suite of health and wellbeing initiatives to support our colleagues physical and mental health Free access to individual HARP portfolios to support revalidation for nursing staff Free DBS checks where required Discounts available from retailers, UK hotels and main attractions NHS Pension Scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Cycle to work scheme The Trust reimburses all application costs for staff eligible to apply for EU settlement status.

The Trust reserves the right to close this advert once a sufficient number of applications have been submitted. It is encouraged that you complete the application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process you will be contacted via TRAC.jobs email regarding interview details.



Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust welcomes and values individuals with lived experience of mental or physical ill health joining our workforce. We aspire to have a culture that develops, promotes and supports lived experience roles - throughout the organisation.



If you are successful, you agree to Occupational Health accessing your health records from your current or previous employer to check the status of your inoculations and screening tests. Appointments are subject to full three year satisfactory references therefore please ensure you include correct contact details for your nominated referees including email addresses.



Any general recruitment queries, please contact our recruitment team on 01208 834644