Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry

Advance Older People’s Mental Health in a Stunning Coastal Region

We are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry to join a well-established NHS Health Board in the North West of the UK. The post provides clinical and strategic leadership in older people’s functional and organic mental health services, within a beautiful, community-oriented region.

Main Duties:

• Wards and Clinics: You will provide care across inpatient units (including one functional and one organic ward), outpatient memory clinics, and community settings. Weekly MDT meetings and case conferences are part of the core clinical timetable.
• Patient Group: Elderly patients (65+) with a range of psychiatric disorders, including cognitive and functional presentations.
• Team Structure:
  • Functional team: CMHNs, social workers (AMHPs), psychologists, occupational therapists, and team managers.
  • Organic team: CMHNs, psychologists, and admin staff.
• On-Call Rota: 1 in 13 rota, covering inpatient and community services with Band 1 intensity.
• Non-Clinical Time: 3 SPAs included for activities such as CPD, teaching, clinical governance, research and service development.

The Hospital:

The Health Board operates a network of acute, community, and mental health facilities. Services include psychiatric intensive care units, liaison psychiatry, rehabilitation, perinatal, and forensic mental health. The mental health directorate is research active, with ties to local universities and access to specialist dementia resources.

The Location:

• Region: A picturesque coastal area in the North West of the UK known for its natural beauty, quality of life, and community feel.
• Transport: Excellent road and rail connections, with access to major cities and airports within a couple of hours.
• Living: Low cost of living compared to major cities, with affordable housing, good schools, and strong community support.
• Family Friendly: Safe neighbourhoods, outdoor lifestyle, and bilingual education opportunities for children.

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Full GMC Registration with Licence to Practise
• CCT in Old Age Psychiatry or expected within 6 months
• Section 12(2) Approval and Approved Clinician Status (or eligibility)
• Experience with both functional and organic psychiatric conditions in older people
• A passion for collaborative, multidisciplinary care

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You:

By applying with BDI Resourcing, you’ll receive comprehensive support including:

• CV and Application Guidance – NHS-aligned CV formatting and application assistance
• Interview Preparation – Specialised mock interviews tailored to this role
• Offer Negotiation – Help securing the best possible salary, relocation package, and job plan

Once you accept an offer, our relocation support team will help you with:

• Visa sponsorship (including COS)
• Document verification and submission
• Accommodation options
• Family relocation help – including finding schools and community integration

How to Apply:

To apply, simply send your CV to bardhi@bdiresourcing.com.
 For any queries or to request more information about this opportunity, please reach out via email – one of our Psychiatry specialists will get back to you.

Take the next step in your psychiatry career in a stunning part of the UK with a forward-thinking NHS team.