Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist
Elysium Healthcare
Abertillery, Blaenau GwentView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
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Hours
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In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will lead forensic mental health services at Aberbeeg Hospital, overseeing care for patients in the criminal justice system and acting as the Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act. The role suits senior psychiatrists with forensic experience and strong leadership skills.
What you'll need
- Qualified medical doctor with a psychiatry specialty (GMC‑registered).
- Significant experience working in medium or low secure psychiatric settings.
- Experience of leading clinical teams and managing service delivery.
- Ability to act as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act.
- Good communication skills for working with patients, courts and multidisciplinary teams.
How to boost your chances
- Update your CV to highlight forensic psychiatry and leadership roles.
- Prepare examples of how you have improved patient recovery in secure settings.
- Ensure your GMC registration is current and clearly shown on your application.
- Gather references from senior colleagues who can speak to your clinical and managerial abilities.
- Practice answering scenario‑based interview questions about ethical decisions under the Mental Health Act.
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Job description
Are you an experienced psychiatrist ready to lead forensic mental health services? If so join Aberbeeg Hospital as a Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist to provide strategic leadership, expert clinical oversight and recovery-focused care for people within the criminal justice system. Acting as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act, you will ensure the highest standards of psychiatric care across medium and low secure services. In this role, you will lead the clinical management of a de…
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Adzuna
First seen
6 October 2026
Last checked
6 October 2026
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