CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist

Start Date: 2026-09-20

Location: Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester, GB, M2 5DB

Application Deadline: 2026-12-19T19:01:02.03

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?

We have an excellent full-time opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood. The hospital offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment.

The vacancy is based on Buttercup Ward, our CAMHS PICU for young people aged 12-18 with severe mental illness.

The service focuses on working with young people to understand their mental health and their risks and support their recovery, enabling them to be successfully discharged to a less restrictive environment. Thus reducing the possibility of relapse and likelihood of requiring a secure service in the future. The service is able to provide robust care and support for young people displaying significant levels of challenging behaviour.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team. And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development. You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Your role responsibilities

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)

Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDT

Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users

Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment

Participate in ward rounds & clinical audits

Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance

Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings

Participate in a second on call rota participation

Why Cygnet?

Salary up to £178,000 per year (depending on experience)

Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service

Study leave & support with CPD opportunities

Opportunity to undertake further learning and development

Medical indemnity cover

Company paid life assurance scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Free meals on duty & cycle to work scheme

Access to the NHS Discount Scheme

Smart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checks

Relocation package will also be considered

We are looking for someone who is...

Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR / Portfolio Pathway), Section 12 and AC Status

Experienced & knowledgeable in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosis

Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

Committed to continued professional development

Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply.

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Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Are you an outstanding Consultant Psychiatrist looking for new challenges, career development and a competitive salary?We have an excellent full time opportunity at Cygnet Hospital Bury Forestwood. The hospital offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, General Acute and Low Secure services across four wards which provide a defined treatment pathway from admission through to intervention and discharge including rapid assessment and treatment.The vacancy is based on Buttercup Ward, our CAMHS PICU for young people aged 12-18 with severe mental illness.The service focuses on working with young people to understand their mental health and their risks and support their recovery, enabling them to be successfully discharged to a less restrictive environment. Thus reducing the possibility of relapse and likelihood of requiring a secure
service in the future. The service is able to provide robust care and support for young people displaying significant levels of challenging behaviour.In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team.And you'll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director level through our management schemes.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.Your role responsibilitiesWork as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT)Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the MDTAssess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service usersUndertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatmentParticipate in ward rounds & clinical auditsLead
the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governanceSupervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearingsParticipate in a second on call rota participationWhy Cygnet? Well offer youSalary up to £178,000 per year (depending on experience)Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of serviceStudy leave & support with CPD opportunitiesOpportunity to undertake further learning and developmentMedical indemnity coverCompany paid life assurance schemeContributory pension schemeFree meals on duty & cycle to work schemeAccess to the NHS Discount SchemeSmart Health Toolkit, providing fitness programmes, nutrition consultation & health checksRelocation package will also be consideredWe are looking for someone who is...Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualifiedRegistered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR / Portfolio Pathway), Section 12 and AC StatusExperienced & knowledgeable
in adult psychiatry & mental health diagnosisKnowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of CapacityA first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notesCommitted to continued professional developmentAble to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamA member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalentSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or
Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the link to apply.What next?If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr

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