Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry

Job summary
Devon Partnership NHS Trust is seeking an ambitious and compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join Salus Ward, a newly developed 16-bed mixed-gender acute inpatient unit for adults of working age. This is an exciting opportunity to provide senior clinical leadership within a modern, purpose-built environment designed to support recovery, safety and high-quality care.

As Consultant Psychiatrist and Responsible Clinician, you will provide expert clinical leadership for patients admitted to Salus Ward, including those receiving informal care and those detained under the Mental Health Act.

Lead assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and risk management for adults experiencing acute mental health difficulties.

Provide visible consultant leadership across inpatient and urgent care pathways, supporting timely, patient-centred decision-making.

Work collaboratively with community teams, home treatment services and inpatient colleagues to support safe flow and effective discharge planning.

Share Responsible Clinician duties with a Multi-Professional Approved Clinician, with RC responsibilities split pro rata.

Contribute to the local consultant on-call rota, with cross-cover from consultant colleagues across the area.

Support and supervise two junior doctors dedicated to the ward, contributing to a positive learning culture.

If you are ready to bring your expertise, leadership and ambition to a forward-thinking inpatient service, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from experienced consultants, doctors approaching their first NHS consultant post, international candidates and postretirement consultants seeking a rewarding clinical role. Experience in adult acute inpatient care is valued, but we also welcome psychiatrists from related specialties who bring strong clinical judgement, leadership and a commitment to excellent patient care.

Approved Clinician status is preferred but not essential, with support available for overseas candidates working towards approval. The role includes 2.5 SPAs (10 hours per week) for professional development. You will benefit from strong peer support through monthly peer groups, quarterly medical advisory committees and postgraduate meetings.

This post offers the chance to grow your consultant career within a supportive medical workforce while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of South Devon. You will lead meaningful clinical change in acute adult mental health care, supported by committed multidisciplinary colleagues and dedicated junior medical staff. Additional PAs can be negotiated for teaching, research, innovation, medical management or service development. Devon offers coast, countryside, Dartmoor and vibrant communities, supporting excellent work-life balance. Flexible working conversations, including potential hybrid working, are welcomed.

About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9369-26-0592
Job locations: Salus Ward, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7AA

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.

Person Specification
Management
Essential

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
• Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.

Desirable

• Management training / experience.
• Experience of involvement in service development.

Qualifications
Essential

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
• Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
• Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Desirable

• MRC Psych
• Other professional qualification
• (e.g. CBT, PSI, CAT ).
• CCT General Psychiatry

Research
Essential

• Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.

Desirable

• Aptitude for and practical experience of research.

Teaching and Supervision
Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.

Desirable

• Evidence of additional teaching skills.
• Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.

Aptitudes and Values
Essential

• Excellent communication skills.
• Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
• A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
• A commitment to continuing professional development.
• A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
• A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity

Desirable

• Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
• A track record of implementing service initiatives.
• A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.

Experience
Essential

• Prior experience working in a Community/Inpatient Mental Health Team.
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
• Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Evidence of development of special interest in Community/Inpatient based Psychiatry.
• Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.

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.

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. 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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.