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Cheshire and Wirral Partnership Foundation NHS Trust are seeking an Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Adult ID services at East Cheshire (Macclesfield and Crewe).

The post holder would provide Consultant Psychiatrist input to East Cheshire Community Learning Disability team. There is also support from a full time core trainee (CT2 or 3) and a WTE speciality doctor.

The team is based in Rosemount, Macclesfield and supports people to lead full and healthy lives within the local community. They also provide specialist information, advice and training for family carers and support staff. There is an Intensive Support Service with a focus on providing input to those with Mental Health/Challenging Behaviour with risk of placement breakdown.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide psychiatric input to adults with learning disabilities of 18 years and older living in Cheshire East. The post holder will be a key member of the Cheshire East Community Learning Disability team based at Rosemount. Out-patient clinic facilities will be at community settings in Rosemount site at Macclesfield and at Crewe.

It is also expected that psychiatric assessment, advice and liaison will be given in a variety of community locations. The post holder is expected to carry out assessments of complex cases and support development of multi-disciplinary management plans.

The consultant will have access to adult Intellectual disability assessment and treatment beds at Eastways and Greenways units as well as general adult beds within CWP if appropriate and in liaison with Consultant colleagues.

The consultant will be expected to work in close liaison with the wider community health teams, social services teams, provider services, and other statutory and voluntary agencies.

The post holder is expected to

Provide clinical leadership to the team.

Provide consultation and input in Care plan and treatment formulation, guidance on evidence-based treatment and effectiveness.

Ensure liaison and collaborative working with other services/agencies.

Ensure appropriate implementation of duties under the Mental Health Act.

Ensure multi-disciplinary, multi-agency and partnership working.

About us

CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.

Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.

We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.

CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.

To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This aims to give you all the knowledge and guidance to help you grow and flourish with CWP.

We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description for full details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment ,which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/completing-application-guidance. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

CWP is proud to be an accredited Veteran Aware organisation helping to provide and share best practice in NHS care for our armed forces community. As a veteran aware organisation, CWP is committed to delivering on the principles of the Armed Force Covenant and has a Silver award with the MOD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (DERS).

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment.You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of �13 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

If you experience any technical difficulties or need help when making an application please contact our Recruitment Team on 01244 393100.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon.

Person Specification

Eligibility

Essential

• Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment.
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register OR within six months
• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

Desirable

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

Qualifications

Essential

• MbChB, MBBS or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent
• A CCT in Psychiatry of Intellectual Disability or the candidate is within 6 months of completing their CCT
• Registered with the Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD or willing to apply for such

Desirable

• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management.
• Additional Clinical or post-graduate qualification

CLINICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Excellent knowledge in speciality
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rosemount Lodge

Macclesfield

SK11 8HE

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