Consultant in Liaison Psychiatry - Exeter
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Exeter, EX2 5AFView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
11 October 2026
9 days leftJob description
Join Our Dynamic Team as a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist! We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Consultant Liaison Psychiat...
As a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, you will provide senior clinical leadership to our dynamic multidisciplinary Liaison Psychiatry service. This role also offers opportunities for development and clinical leadership within our Integrated Psychological Medicine Service.
- Leadership and Development:Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, driving service improvement projects and engaging in our robust service governance programme. The team continues to expand and deliver QI projects, some of which have been recognised nationally in recent years.
- Support and Supervision:We have strong organisational development support, dedicated medical staffing personnel and prioritise individual career development and team reflective practice. You will be well placed to provide supervision to all levels of trainee medical staff, fostering a supportive learning environment. You'll also have the chance to engage in teaching and training medical students.
- Research and Innovation:Pursue your research interests with the support of our close connection to The University of Exeter and our co-located R&D team at Wonford House Hospital. This team successfully runs multiple national trials and will support your interests in gaining or building on research experience.
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Aptitudes and Values
Essential
- 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
Teaching and Supervision
Essential: - Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates.
Experience
Essential
- Prior experience working in a Multidisciplinary Mental health team.
- Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially in acute inpatient hospital Settings.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Research
Essential: - Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice.
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.
Management
Essential: - Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers.; - Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
16 September 2026
Last checked
18 September 2026
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