Consultant Psychiatrist Inpatient & Community Forensics

Job overview

Your expertise can change lives. At Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, we believe in care that goes beyond treatment—it’s about compassion, respect, and trust. If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love you to join us as a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist in our Low Secure and Community Forensic Directorate.

This is an opportunity to work at the heart of our community, supporting people through their recovery journey and helping them build brighter futures. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, delivering care across a range of specialist services:

• Community Forensic Service
• Inpatient services at Wells Road Centre

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Our Values in Action: We put people first—patients and colleagues alike. Compassion and respect aren’t just words; they’re how we work every day.
• Support That Matters: From structured mentoring for new consultants to a strong peer network, you’ll never feel alone in your role.
• Flexibility: Full-time is ideal, but we’re open to conversations about flexible working.
• Growth Opportunities: Access our academic programme, CPD sessions, and annual appraisals to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward.

For an informal chat or visit, contact:

Dr Abdul Shaikh, Clinical Director 📧 [email protected] | 📞 0115 969 1300

Apply now and help us shape the future of forensic mental health care in Nottinghamshire.

Main duties of the job

What Your Role Looks Like

The post-holder will have consultant responsibilities for a caseload of up to 14 in inpatient and 8 community-based patients. Some of these patients will be subject to Mental Health Act (MHA) provisions (conditionally discharged, guardianship or CTO). Care co-ordination is provided by community psychiatric nurses, occupational therapists or mental health practitioners. You will have specific consultant responsibility predominantly for patients across Nottinghamshire.

Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients in the community and in an inpatient setting.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective treatment.
• Take part in service development and academic programmes.
• Uphold professional standards and contribute to the efficient running of services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

• GMC specialist registration in Forensic Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT).
• Approved Clinician status and Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act.
• A commitment to our values and to delivering outstanding care.