Consultant Psychiatrist HMP Guys Marsh & HMP Erlestoke

Overview

In this role you will provide medical leadership for prison-based mental health in-reach teams across two sites, shaping care within a trauma-informed framework. You will address complex mental health needs (SMI, neurodevelopmental disorders, substance misuse, trauma, personality disorders) and contribute to service development in a rehabilitative prison setting. The post offers flexibility, part-time options, and protected time for teaching, governance, and professional development. This is a chance to drive high-quality psychiatric care in secure environments.

Pay / Benefits

• pro rata salary
• flexible working patterns
• opportunity to work across two sites
• protected time for teaching, training and governance (SPA)
• support for CPD and appraisal
• part-time options

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mental Health In-reach Team at two prisons
• Assess and review prisoners; develop individualised care plans with MDT input
• Lead or actively participate in MDT meetings
• Ensure care aligns with NICE, RC Psych, GMC standards
• Act as Section 12(2) approved doctor for MHA assessments when indicated
• Liaise with external services (e.g., CPAs, aftercare, transfers) and agencies (MAPPA, police, probation)
• Provide expert guidance for complex mental states and risk
• Identify and advocate for necessary resources (staff, etc.)
• Engage in administrative/management duties, governance, audits, and CPD
• Ensure ongoing job planning and annual appraisals

Key requirements

• GMC Registered
• AC Status unknown
• Relevant experience in psychiatry
• Essential experience in forensic/general adult/learning disability/addictions psychiatry (as applicable)
• Compliance with professional and trust policies
• Disclosure and Barring Service check clearance required

• Leadership
• Collaborative teamwork
• Strong communication with MDT and external partners
• Pharmacological management of chronic psychotic illness, mood disorders, ADHD
• Trauma-informed care approaches
• Section 12(2) approvals for MHA assessments

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