Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist

Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist

Date posted: 2026-05-30T00:00:00

Location: Lancashire

Region: North West England

Country: UK

Postcode: PR3 5JJ

Application type: Any

Recruiter: Apply4U

Closing date: 2026-08-28T09:00:28.67

Overview

We have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a Forensic Consultant to work for a private inpatient service based in Lancashire. This is a full-time role working alongside a dedicated associate specialist up to 22 forensic/ rehab low secure beds.

What we're looking for

• Previous Consultant experience in a Forensic setting is essential


• You will fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patients


• You must hold a CCST/CCT or equivalent in the relevant areas of psychiatry and have experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficulties


• Valid GMC registration


• Evidence of post registration continuing professional development


• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills


• Excellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice

What benefits are on offer?

We offer a very competitive salary and excellent opportunities for career development within the Priory Healthcare network. You will have your own office and ample admin support, a dedicated Speciality doctor to support your clinical duties, generous annual leave entitlement and study leave to attend CPD opportunities, funded indemnity cover, an extra day's holiday on your birthday, supplemented meals, and you will be well supported within your role with a strong focus on continuing professional development. There is an opportunity to take a lead role within the hospital, e.g. Medicines management/safeguarding.

What can Athona offer you?

• Experts in the psychiatry sector offering a professional and supportive service


• Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS and private sector, many exclusive to Athona


• Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding


• Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK


• A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations


• Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfil your career goals

Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.

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OverviewWe have an excellent permanent job opportunity for a Forensic Consultant to work for a private inpatient service based in Lancashire. This is a full-time role working alongside a dedicated associate specialist up to 22 forensic/ rehab low secure beds.Location: LancashirePosition detailsSalary: £160,000 per annumPosition: Forensic ConsultantHours: Full timeSetting: up to 22 forensic/rehab beds, low secureWhat we're looking forPrevious Consultant experience in a Forensic setting is essentialYou will fulfil the role of Responsible Clinician to patientsYou must hold a CCST/CCT or equivalent in the relevant areas of psychiatry and have experience of working in inpatient settings with people with significant mental health difficultiesValid GMC registrationEvidence of post registration continuing professional developmentExcellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skillsExcellent knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Code of PracticeWhat benefits are on offer?We offer