Consultant Psychiatrist in Eating Disorders Psychiatry: Sponsorship Available

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

Job summary

We
are looking for an enthusiastic and service development driven Consultant
Psychiatrist to join the Devon Partnership Trusts Community Eating Disorders
Service (CEDS) covering Exeter and wider Devon. The service has grown steadily
since its successful pilot in 2016 and full commissioning in 2018.

It
is now fully established and provides a full range of therapeutic interventions
alongside a clearly commissioned physical health monitoring service for adults
with moderate to severe eating disorders registered with GPs across Devon.

We
have a clear and structured MDT with extensive psychology, dietetic, physical
health and FREED staffing. The FREED early intervention model is in place
across Devon. We provide services to adults and support for transitions from
CAMHS from age 17 onward.

We
have GP led physical health hubs in North Devon, Exeter and Torbay,
supporting high risk patients and close working relationships with the
Haldon Specialist Eating Disorder Unit (SEDU), the newly established Eating
Disorder Outreach Team (EDOT) for assertive and intense home based
interventions and our Acute Trusts and CAMHS teams.

The MDT includes: Consultant Psychiatrist, Associate Specialist, GP lead, senior physical health clinicians, HCAs, Service Manager, Clinical Lead, psychologists, therapists, dietitians, mental health practitioners, FREED practitioners, peer support and administrators.

Main duties of the job

The job plan is a well resourced eight PAs 6 DCC and 2 SPA with supportive supervision and CPD arrangements On call rota one in sixteen with three percent supplement.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive forward thinking service and contribute to high quality community based eating disorder care The role will also contribute to transition focused work and the development of an all age pathway in Devon which is a key strategic priority for the Trust

You will join a skilled and friendly well established expanding service supported by strong clinical pathways.

Exeter is a compact and vibrant city with quick access to the coast Dartmoor National Park and plenty of riverside routes giving residents easy opportunities for walking cycling and outdoor activities straight from the city It has a strong choice of high performing secondary schools and a well regarded university along with a mix of independent shops cafes and major retailers in the city centre Transport links are excellent with multiple railway stations direct services to London and nearby M five motorway access making it an easy place for commuting or travel

See the Job Description for full details and contact us to discuss or plan a visit soon.

Person Specification

Management, Aptitudes, Values

Essential

  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.
  • Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams.
  • A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines.
  • A commitment to continuing professional development.
  • A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working.
  • A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity

Desirable

  • Management training / experience.
  • Experience of involvement in service development.
  • Evidence of new ideas in service delivery.
  • A track record of implementing service initiatives.
  • A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
  • To hold Approved Clinician status at the point of taking up post.
  • Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview
  • Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Desirable

  • MRC Psych
  • Other professional qualification
  • (eg CBT, PSI, CAT).

Experience

Essential

  • Prior experience working in a Community/Inpatient/Eating Disorder /Psychotherapy Mental Health Team.
  • Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community.
  • Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles

Desirable

  • Evidence of development of special interest in Community and/or Eating Disorder and/or Psychotherapy based Psychiatry.
  • Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.

Research

Essential

  • Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.

Desirable

  • Aptitude for and practical experience of research.

Teaching and Supervision

Essential

  • Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.

Desirable

  • Evidence of additional teaching skills.
  • Experience as a lecturer or supervisor.
  • Experience in Clinical Supervision.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Closing Date: 30 August 2026

To apply for this job please visit www.jobs.nhs.uk.