Consultant Psychiatrist Learning Disabilities – Daventry/Sth Northants

Overview

In this role you will provide specialist psychiatric leadership for the Learning Disability Team within Northamptonshire. You will work within a multidisciplinary setting to deliver high‑quality care and drive collaboration and innovation. As a consultant, you will lead clinical services, shape care pathways, and participate in research activities across the Trust. The position offers cross-location work and opportunities to teach and influence practice in a nationally recognized program.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality LD psychiatric care within a multidisciplinary team
• Lead and develop clinical services and care pathways
• Collaborate across locations within the Trust and with external partners
• Engage in teaching and supervision of junior staff and MDT members
• participate in research initiatives and contribute to research portfolio

Key requirements

• MRCPsych or Equivalent
• Full GMC Registration
• Specialist Register/CCT in LD
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act and able to act as Responsible Clinician
• Minimum six years postgraduate experience (including three years as SpR in approved training post)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel to all locations within the Trust

• leadership
• collaboration
• innovative mindset
• research involvement
• teaching/education
• MDT coordination

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