Consultant Psychiatrist Learning Disabilities – Daventry/Sth Northants

Company: National Health Service
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Location: Northampton
Job Description:

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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Posted: October 16th, 2026