Specialist Grade in Old Age Psychiatry

In this role you will provide senior clinical expertise in assessment and treatment of older adults with complex mental health needs and at-risk states within a community treatment context. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe transitions with crisis and inpatient services. The post focuses on expert clinical care and leadership in older people’s mental health across North Cumbria, including close engagement with families and local agencies. You will work in a broad, ageless service that also addresses cognitive problems and frailty, contributing to service development and regional initiatives.

• relocation package up to 8k
• 30 days study leave every 3 years
• flexible working
• remote working available
• dedicated and protected SPA time
• teaching and CPD opportunities

• Engage in assessment, diagnosis and formulation of patients referred to the EIP
• Deliver excellence in clinical care within a multidisciplinary team and inpatient settings
• Promote safety and well-being of patients and respect their rights and dignity
• Consider individual and cultural needs and involve families and carers in the patient’s best interests
• Work collaboratively with local agencies (e.g., Crisis Team) to ensure timely transitions
• Maintain professional governance and contribute to job plan reviews and objectives
• Participate in service development initiatives such as regional projects (e.g., Hope Haven 24/7 hub) and medical education
• Contribute to teaching, supervision, and clinical leadership within the team

• MBBS (or equivalent)
• Full GMC registration (or eligible to register before appointment) with a licence to practise
• Minimum 12 years of medical work since qualification, including at least 6 years in a relevant specialty
• Approved Clinician Status or progression toward AC status within six months

• Strong communication skills
• Leadership and mentoring abilities
• Teamwork and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
• Up-to-date knowledge in psychiatry
• Mental Health Act 1983 knowledge and application
• Clinical risk management