Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry to join a forward-thinking and integrated CAMHS service across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
The role involves delivering high-quality specialist mental health care to children, young people (0–18 years), and their families, while also contributing to teaching, service development, and collaborative clinical leadership across multiple sites.
You will work within a dynamic system that includes inpatient, outpatient, liaison, and community-based services, ensuring coordinated and responsive care for young people with complex mental health needs.
 Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Provide expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children and young people
Manage a clinical caseload of approximately 60–70 patients, including varying levels of complexity and risk
Undertake around 15–20 new assessments per year, with caseload adjusted based on clinical need
Offer consultation and guidance to multidisciplinary colleagues across CAMHS services
Deliver care in line with agreed commissioning criteria and service pathways
Leadership & Collaboration
- Work closely with CAMHS teams across Southampton, Portsmouth, and surrounding areas
Participate in shared care arrangements and cross-cover systems
Collaborate with liaison psychiatry teams at Southampton General Hospital, particularly for self-harm and crisis presentations
Contribute to service development and clinical governance activities
Teaching & Academic Contribution
- Dedicate 2 programmed activities (PAs) to medical student teaching
Support the training and supervision of junior doctors and other healthcare professionals
Promote evidence-based learning within the CAMHS workforce
On-Call & Out-of-Hours Work
Participate in on-call rota arrangements, providing emergency psychiatric support
Contribute to both in-hours liaison services and out-of-hours CAMHS cover across the region
 About the Service
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly integrated organisation bringing together mental health, community, learning disability, and physical health services.
With over 13,000 staff across 300+ sites, the Trust is committed to:
- Delivering joined-up, person-centred care
Improving access and reducing inequalities
Supporting innovation and service transformation
Strengthening collaboration across health systems
The Trust operates under core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (CARE).
 Essential Requirements
Qualifications
- Primary Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)
Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC)
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing
MRCPsych or equivalent qualification
Inclusion on the Specialist Register in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, or within 6 months of CCT
 Professional Standards & Compliance
- Adherence to the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007)
Compliance with Mental Capacity Act 2005
Safeguarding children and young people
https://www.gov.uk/topic/schools-colleges-childrens-services/safeguarding-children
Clinical governance and patient safety frameworks
 Recruitment Checks
This post requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Applicants must comply with overseas criminal record requirements (if applicable)
 Visa Sponsorship
This role may be eligible for the UK Skilled Worker visa route, depending on individual eligibility.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must hold valid UK professional registration with the GMC throughout employment.
 Why Join This Role?
- Influence the future of CAMHS services across a large region
Balanced clinical and academic responsibilities
Opportunity to shape service innovation and development
Work within a supportive, multi-site specialist team
Flexible and collaborative working arrangements
