Job overview
Live, work, and thrive in one of the UK’s most desirable locations
Are you ready to take the next step in your career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life? Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is offering a unique opportunity to join our Perinatal Mental Health Team in Mid Cornwall.
Why Cornwall?
Nestled in one of the UK’s most sought-after regions, Cornwall offers:
- Stunning beaches and unspoilt countryside right on your doorstep
- A family-friendly environment with excellent schools and welcoming communities
- A slower pace of life balanced with vibrant cultural, food, and arts scenes
The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking consultant who can provide strong clinical leadership and help shape the future of our services. Whether your interests lie in service development, research, or teaching alongside clinical practice, we will support you to pursue them.
What We Offer
- Generous relocation and recruitment package to make your move stress-free
- Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements designed to support a positive work-life balance
- Opportunities for professional growth, including involvement in research, teaching, and service innovation
- The chance to make a real impact, influencing service development while delivering high-quality care
Join us in shaping the future of mental health care in Cornwall – and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve.
Main duties of the job
The appointee will serve as the Specialty Doctor for individuals being treated within the perinatal pathway, duties will include:
Active participation in, and sometimes chairing, a weekly Multi-Disciplinary Team meeting; and attending any relevant additional professionals meetings
Regular Outpatient Clinics & Domiciliary Visits
In-reaching into local Maternity Units
Engagement in Child Protection processes, for example writing reports for and attending Child Protection Conferences
Working flexibly in order to respond to clinical emergencies, when appropriate
Providing advice and leadership to the team for medication and more complex cases
Providing clinical advice, including medication advice, to colleagues working in primary care
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more details about this role and the specific requirements of the Person Specification , please see the attached job description.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- 4 Years Post Graduate Experience
- 2 Years Pschiarty Expereince
Desirable
- Experience working with Perinatal Mental Health patients
Qualfications
Essential
- Recognised Medical Qualification
- GMC Registration and a License to Practice
- Pass in MRCPsych Paper A & B
Desirable
- S12(2) Approved
- MRCPsych
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This advert is for Specialty Doctor in Perinatal Mental Health with Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Bodmin, South West, England. It is listed as a Senior Medical doctor Psychiatry role. The advertised salary is £63,696 - £102,689 Per Annum Pro Rata. The contract type is Permanent: LTFT potentially full time. The application deadline is 02 Aug 2026.
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