Specialty Doctor in Psychiatry

Join an Outstanding Mental Health Trust

An NHS Foundation Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Specialty Doctor to join our Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). This post offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care to adults with a wide range of mental health conditions.

You’ll be joining a progressive organisation committed to staff wellbeing, continuous improvement, and providing the highest standard of mental health and community care.

Main Duties

• Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to adults referred to the Community Mental Health Team.
• Conduct 6–7 outpatient clinics per week across CMHT bases and local GP surgeries, alongside emergency and follow-up appointments.
• Participate in Care Programme Approach (CPA) meetings, case conferences, and home visits as necessary.
• Work closely with consultants, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists as part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Take part in the Mental Health Act daytime rota (every 4–6 weeks, if Section 12(2) approved).
• Participate in clinical governance, audits, Quality Improvement projects, and teaching of medical and non-medical trainees.
• Regular supervision, CPD sessions, and opportunities for CESR development are provided.

The Hospital and Service

You will be based within an NHS Mental Health and Wellbeing Service that provides a full range of inpatient and community services across multiple sites in the region.

• Inpatient facilities: Include acute, PICU, and older adult units.
• Community Services: A network of Community Mental Health Teams, Early Intervention in Psychosis, Crisis, Liaison, and Perinatal services.
• The Trust employs over 6,000 staff, serving a population of over one million people across both urban and rural communities.

The Location

The post is based in a vibrant and diverse town in South East England, offering a great balance of cultural life and green open spaces.

• Transport: Excellent road and rail links to London and surrounding cities, with an international airport nearby.
• Lifestyle: Affordable cost of living compared to major cities, surrounded by countryside, and a family-friendly community with many good schools.
• Ideal for those seeking easy access to London while enjoying a quieter, more affordable lifestyle.

Requirements

To apply for this position, you will need the following:

• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in psychiatry post medical qualification.
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent.
• Experience in Adult Psychiatry and familiarity with the Mental Health Act.
• Approval under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act, or willingness to obtain within 6 months.

How BDI Resourcing Can Support You

When applying through BDI Resourcing, you’ll receive dedicated support at every stage of your journey:

• CV Preparation with expert, role-specific guidance.
• Application Support using specialist NHS and psychiatry insights.
• Interview Coaching with tailored psychiatry interview questions.
• Contract & Offer Negotiation covering salary, relocation, and tenure.

Once you secure your new post, our Relocation Team will help with:

• Documentation checks, COS and visa applications (if applicable).
• Accommodation and travel arrangements.
• Family support including school placements and community orientation.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please send your CV to bardhi@bdiresourcing.com.
 If you have any questions, contact the same address and one of our specialist medicine recruiters will be happy to assist.