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- 333-D-HJ-C-001-A
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- Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
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- HMP Bronzefield
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- Ashford
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- £105,504 - £139,882 London Weighting of £2,162
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- 20/07/2025 23:59
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Consultant in Adult Prison Psychiatry (HMP Bronzefield)
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Trosolwg o'r swydd
CNWL NHS FT Health & Justice Services
Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist/ Consultant Psychiatrist
HMP Bronzefield AAC on 06/08/2025
10 PAs (additional PAs can be considered)
Be part of something extraordinary at the largest female prison in Europe.
Are you passionate about providing high-quality mental health care in a unique and dynamic setting? Do you want to be part of a team that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation?
We are offering the opportunity of a part clinical and part research post with the Institute of Psychiatry specifically looking into areas of improving health to women in prison. As part of this work, we will be reviewing data on short sentences and the risks these pose to women, family life and long term health and identifying areas of research with the potential to influence policy and explore expanding sentencing options for women.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
To provide clinical leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care to the residents.
To develop their own specialist interests and if appropriate to bring these in line with Trust and local service development plans.
Teaching and training of specialist nurses, other nurses and prison staff where appropriate.
To contribute to the maintenance and development of Health and Justice services within the Trust to the highest standard through clinical audit and other activities related to Care Quality.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) is one of the largest trusts in the UK, caring for people with a wide range of physical and mental health needs. We have approximately 7,000 staff that provide healthcare to a third of London's population and across wider geographical areas, including Milton Keynes, Kent, Surrey and Hampshire.
As a Foundation Trust we involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run and our future development. If you are interested in becoming a member of our Foundation Trust please visit our website.
Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a generous annual and study leave entitlement, NHS pension scheme, support with relocation expenses for up to 8K (subject to eligibility) and a range of lifestyle benefits, such as various staff discounts, a cycle to work scheme and discount on the purchase and leasing of new cars.
Professional Development: Support for your ongoing professional development and opportunities to pursue your specialist interests. There are various opportunities in Research, Quality Improvement and Digital Opportunities
Supportive Work Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and collaborative team committed to providing the best possible care.
Salary sacrifice schemes
Study discounts for staff
Flexible working
Interest free loans – season tickets and car parking
Weekly paid bank work
Fitness and Wellbeing
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant Psychiatrist/Consultant Forensic Consultant to join our Health & Justice Services at HMP Bronzefield is the largest female prison in Europe. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and develop mental health care in a complex but highly supportive environment, making a real difference to the lives of women in custody.
- Forensic experience is not essential : we welcome applications from psychiatrists across general adult, community, liaison, or forensic backgrounds who are keen to bring their skills into the secure environment
- A strong commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is central to this role, ensuring that care is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, and culturally competent.
- Significant opportunities for research and innovation: whether in quality improvement, digital transformation, or AI in healthcare, with consideration for additional time to pursue these interests.
- Potential for an honorary academic post at University College London (UCL) : for research-active candidates with appropriate experience and qualifications.
- Leadership development : access to formal training and mentoring to support career progression within CNWL NHS FT and beyond.
- Optional paid extra work in court liaison and diversion services, for those interested in gaining additional experience at the interface of health and justice.
Manyleb y person
Qualifications
Meini prawf hanfodol
- ► Relevant Professional Qualification or evidence of ongoing professional development
- ► Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
- ► Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months.
- ► Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
- ► Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment
- ► MRCPsych
Meini prawf dymunol
- ► Management and leadership course/qualification
- ► Higher degree (Msc, LLM, MD or PhD)
- ► CCT in forensic psychiatry or Forensic experience or other forensic qualification
PPREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Meini prawf hanfodol
- ► Clinical leadership/management experience
- ► Track record of improving quality in a service
Meini prawf dymunol
- ► Experience of job planning
- ► Experience of resolving conflict and complex performance management issues
CLINICIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE
Meini prawf hanfodol
- ► Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho- social perspective and wide medical knowledge
- ► Excellent knowledge in specialty
- ► Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- ► Ability to manage Clinical Complicity
- ► Ability to manage conflict and difficult conversations
- ► Ability to make decision based on evidence and experience including the contribution of other
- ► Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
Meini prawf dymunol
- ► Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to the post within NHS or comparable service
- ► Experience of Quality Improvement
- ► Management experience
- ► Membership of committee/relevant regulatory body CQC preparation
- ► Contract/procurement knowledge
ACADEMIC SKILLS & LIFELONG LEARNING
Meini prawf hanfodol
- ► Participated in continuous professional development
- ► Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
- ► Ability to work constructively within MDT environments without complaints / concerns
- ► Has actively participated in clinical audit
- ► Knowledge and understanding of issues relating to equality & diversity
- ► Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in working pattern
- ► Demonstrates energy, enthusiasm & initiative in pursuing innovation and the highest standards for patients, juniors, others, colleagues & the organisation.
- ► IT literate
- Demonstrable ability to cope under pressure
Meini prawf dymunol
- Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications.
- Has led clinical audits leading to service change
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Dr Mellisha Padayatchi
- Teitl y swydd
- Clinical Director
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Gwybodaeth i gefnogi eich cais
If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Informal enquiries/visits are very welcome.
Please contact
Dr Mellisha Padayatchi, Clinical Director,
email: [email protected]
Rhestr swyddi gyda Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust yn Meddygol a Deintyddol neu bob sector