Consultant Psychiatrist

Description:

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is recruiting a Consultant Psychiatrist in Learning Disability to join the Hillingdon Learning Disabilities Community Team based in Uxbridge. This is a full-time permanent role (10 PAs) focused on providing high-quality mental health services to adults with learning disabilities, both in the community and across inpatient settings.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary environment, engaging in both direct clinical care and service development. You will work alongside a Core Trainee, Higher Specialist Trainee, and fellow Consultants. The post also supports an optional educational component through a teaching PA linked to Brunel University.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead psychiatric care for adults with learning disabilities in the community and acute settings (Frays and Crane Wards at The Riverside Centre).

• Serve as the Responsible Clinician for inpatient LD patients and those under Community Treatment Orders.

• Conduct clinical assessments, formulate care plans, attend community team meetings, and contribute to tribunal report writing.

• Collaborate with mental health, forensic, CAMHS, and tertiary care services.

• Actively participate in quality improvement, service development, and teaching.

• Support transition services and contribute to shaping services under new NHS reforms.

What’s on Offer:

• Recruitment & Retention Premium of £30,000 (non-pensionable, taxable).

• Relocation package up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility).

• NHS pension scheme.

• Study leave and generous annual leave entitlement.

• Flexible working options and professional development support.

• Discount schemes including car lease and purchases.

• Opportunity for teaching PA (1 additional PA) via CNWL-Brunel University collaboration.

Requirements:

• Full GMC registration with a license to practice.

• GMC Specialist Register inclusion (or within 3 months).

• Approved Clinician status and Section 12(2) MHA approval (or within 3 months).

• High-level clinical skills in psychiatry and management of adults with learning disabilities.

• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team collaboration skills.

• Commitment to disability-centered values and patient-focused care.

Desirable:

• MRCPsych or equivalent qualification.

• Recognized trainer status or higher academic qualifications (e.g., MD, PhD).

• Experience in medico-legal work and service development.

About the Trust:
CNWL NHS Foundation Trust delivers mental health, learning disabilities, and community health services across London, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, and surrounding areas. It is known for its diverse population coverage, progressive service models, and commitment to staff wellbeing and innovation.