Job Description
Role Overview
This is a senior Consultant Psychiatrist opportunity within adult community mental health services, based in the Harrogate and Ripon locality. You will work primarily with the Ripon Integrated Community Team (RICT), delivering high-quality psychiatric care within a well-established, multidisciplinary service.
The area offers a diverse population with a mix of urban and rural communities, bringing a broad range of clinical presentations and service needs. You will join a collaborative team environment and contribute to a modern, integrated model of care.
Service Structure
Mental health services in this locality are delivered through:
- Harrogate Integrated Community Team (HICT)
Ripon Integrated Community Team (RICT)
Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team
Liaison services based at Harrogate District Hospital
Inpatient services are provided off-site at Foss Park Hospital (York), with strong links to community teams for continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide senior psychiatric leadership within the community team
Deliver outpatient assessments and follow-up clinics
Conduct approximately 2 new assessments and 10 follow-ups per week
Lead clinical decision-making using a bio-psycho-social approach
Undertake Mental Health Act (MHA) responsibilities where required
Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and service planning
Support and supervise junior medical staff
Act as lead professional for selected patients (non-CPA cases)
Working Model
The role follows modern “New Ways of Working” principles:
- Focus on consultant-led expertise rather than care coordination
Collaborative team-based care delivery
Structured caseload management to maintain safe workloads
Shared responsibilities with another consultant in the team
About the Organisation
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest mental health providers in England, delivering services across multiple regions.
The Trust is committed to:
- High-quality, patient-centred care
Continuous service improvement and innovation
Supporting staff development and wellbeing
Strong partnerships with communities and organisations
Essential Qualifications
- MBBS (or equivalent medical degree)
Full registration with the General Medical Council
Eligibility for Specialist Register (or within 6 months of CCT)
Section 12 approval (or ability to obtain)
Approved Clinician status (or willingness to achieve)
Skills & Experience
- Strong clinical expertise in adult mental health
Ability to manage complex cases and clinical uncertainty
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge of Mental Health Act (MHA) and Mental Capacity Act (MCA)
Leadership & Development
- Ability to lead service improvement and quality initiatives
Engagement in clinical audit, research, or teaching
Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD)
Capability to influence and guide team performance
Additional Information & Guidance
- Skilled Worker visa information
UK Visas and Immigration
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Right to work in the UK
Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
Sponsorship & Compliance
Applications are open to international candidates who meet Skilled Worker visa requirements. Applicants must hold valid UK professional registration and comply with all regulatory and safeguarding requirements.