Job summary
Unlock Your Potential:
Specialist Psychiatrist doctor at Haytor Ward, Torbay Hospital, Devon Partnership NHS Trust.
Devon Partnership NHS Trust stands at the forefront of mental health and learning disability care, forging partnerships with health and social care providers to support recovery.
The Role:
We invite you to join us as a Specialist Psychiatrist at Haytor Ward, a new role working alongside a consultant nurse approved clinician (MPAC) or consultant psychiatrist and a cohesive MDT to provide senior medical inputto this adult acute inpatient ward based at Torbay Hospital.
Why Join Us:
Make an impact - This role will play a crucial role in developing our acute inpatient offer, a successful candidate will be supported to lead with expertise and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to minimize restrictions on patient treatment.
Grow your career - The post holder will be provided appropriate support for developing a portfolio and specialist registration through the portfolio pathway. This includes regular supervisions with the line manager, educational supervisor and the portfolio pathway lead. The trust will fund the first application while submitting the portfolio.
Inclusive Working Environment -Join a supportive, diverse culture that values recovery, inclusion and wellbeing.
Work-Life Balance - Enjoy competitive annual leave entitlement and study leave opportunities. Open to flexible working according to service need.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be providing the senior medical leadership within an Acute psychiatric ward in Torbay.
The post holder will be available 9-5 Monday to Friday. The post holder will be based on Haytor Ward, Torbay Hospital.
The post holder will work within MDT and offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients on Haytor Ward, inpatient psychiatric service, as well as other expert clinical services in support of patients and their families/carers as judged necessary.
Apply now to unlock your potential and join us in creating an inclusive society where mental health and wellbeing are universally understood and valued. Devon Partnership NHS Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
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.
Details
- Date posted: 03 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Salary: £104,401 to £115,341 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 24 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9369-26-0539
- Job locations: Haytor Ward, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
Person specification
Research
Essential
- Interest in maintaining up to date clinical knowledge base.
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to contribute to research on site.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals.
- IT skills.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 12 years medical work (either continuous period or in aggregate) since obtaining a primary medical qualification of which a minimum of six years should have been in a relevant specialty in the Specialty Doctor and/or closed SAS grades. Equivalent years experience in a relevant specialty from other medical grades including from overseas will also be accepted.
- Shall meet the criteria set out in the Specialist grade generic capabilities framework found at the following link: https://www.nhsemployers.org/sites/default/files/2021-06/sas-paper-2-specialist-grade-generic-capabilities-framework-2021.pdf
Desirable
- Experience at senior level working in the field of Psychiatry
- Experience of Home Treatment or equivalent
- Delivering supervision of non-medical prescribers
Qualifications
Essential
- MB BS or equivalent
- GMC registration.
Desirable
- Membership or Affiliateship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent.
- Approved under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Clinical Governance
Essential
- Commitment to involvement in on site programme of clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice, clinical audit and involvement of users and carers in service provision
Clinical Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills in interviewing and physical and psychological assessment of patients.
- Writing comprehensive, clear medical notes.
- Ability to manage crises and act independently.
- Ability to manage potentially violent and disturbed patients.
- Confidence in assessing and managing physical health problems and emergencies.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983
- Good knowledge of relevant Mental Health legislation including the MCA.
- Good knowledge of clinical risk management.
- Good knowledge of evidence-based strategies for management of psychiatric disorder
Desirable
- Up to date CPR training.
- Ability to apply psychological models to practical situations.
- Understanding of NHS organisational arrangements including social care
Practical Arrangements and Physical
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
- Ability to be independently mobile across a geographical area in a timely manner including urgently and in accordance to service need
Desirable
- Access to appropriate personal transport to fulfil the post.
Personal Skills, Continuing Professional Development
Essential
- Ability to communicate with clarity in spoken and written form.
- Flexible approach, keen to accept new challenges.
- Punctuality/good time management.
- Honesty and integrity.
- Well organised.
- Willingness and ability to support other professions in achieving their educational aims
- Commitment to process of CPD
- Ability to organise own learning/CPD
Desirable
- Ability to critically examine practice.
- Registered with Royal College of Psychiatrists for CPD
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This advert is for Locum Specialist Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry- Haytor Ward with Devon Partnership NHS Trust in Exeter, South West, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Psychiatry role. The advertised salary is £104,401 to £115,341 a year. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 26 Jul 2026.
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