Consultant Psychiatrist , General Adult Inpatient Rowan 2(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join the multidisciplinary team at Rowan Ward 2, a 15-bed adult inpatient mental health ward located at the Summerlands Hospital site in Yeovil.

This position offers the opportunity to provide clinical leadership within an established inpatient service, supporting adults with complex mental health conditions. The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced team of healthcare professionals while helping to shape high-quality patient care and service development.

As the Responsible Clinician, you will oversee patient care for individuals admitted to the ward, managing complex assessments, coordinating treatment plans, and ensuring safe and effective care delivery.

You will also collaborate with community services, specialist teams, and inpatient units across the Trust to support continuity of care and safe discharge planning.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

Provide clinical leadership for Rowan Ward 2, ensuring high standards of care across the inpatient service.

Patient Assessment and Care Planning

Assess and manage patients with complex mental health needs, developing evidence-based treatment plans and reviewing medication where required.

Responsible Clinician Duties

Act as the Responsible Clinician for ward patients, fulfilling responsibilities under the Mental Health Act and preparing tribunal reports when necessary.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team that includes:

• Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs)
• Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
• Psychologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Junior Doctors and Trainees
• Administrative staff
• Ward Management
• Lead ward rounds, coordinate multidisciplinary meetings, and oversee care planning for inpatients.

Teaching and Supervision

• Provide mentorship and clinical supervision to trainees and other members of the clinical team.

Service Development

• Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of inpatient mental health services within the Trust.

On-Call Participation

• Optional participation in the 1:11 senior on-call rota, covering inpatient wards and places of safety across the service.

Professional Development

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust supports continuous professional development for medical staff. The successful candidate will have access to:

• Monthly peer supervision and consultant peer groups
• Opportunities to participate in research and clinical projects
• Leadership development programmes
• Up to 10 days of study leave per year
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support

Working at Somerset

Somerset offers an excellent lifestyle combined with strong career opportunities within the National Health Service.

The region is known for its natural landscapes, historic towns, and coastline. Major cities including Bristol, Bath, and Exeter are easily accessible, while London is approximately two hours away by train.

Somerset combines affordable housing, excellent schools, and access to both countryside and city amenities, making it an attractive location for professionals and families.

Benefits and Support

Employees at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust receive a comprehensive package designed to support wellbeing, financial security, and career progression.

Benefits include:

• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Flexible working opportunities
• Blue Light Card staff discounts
• Access to professional development and leadership training
• Supportive working environment within a collaborative multidisciplinary team
• More information about NHS pensions is available via the UK Government website

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Medical degree recognised for practice in the UK
• Full registration with the General Medical Council with a licence to practise
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in the relevant specialty
• Significant postgraduate experience in mental health settings
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric theory and clinical practice (MRCPsych or working towards)

Essential Skills and Experience

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Experience managing complex mental health cases
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of clinical governance and NHS healthcare systems
• Analytical thinking and decision-making skills
• Understanding of research principles and evidence-based practice

Safeguarding and Compliance

This position requires enhanced background checks due to working with vulnerable individuals.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required before appointment.

Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship

Applications are welcomed from international candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. Immigration requirements are managed through UK Visas and Immigration.

Guidance on overseas criminal record certificates is available 

Professional Registration

All applicants must hold valid UK professional registration. Information about healthcare careers and pathways within the NHS

How to Apply

Applications should clearly demonstrate how your experience, skills, and qualifications meet the requirements of the role.

Early applications are encouraged as vacancies may close once a sufficient number of applications have been received.