Specialty Doctor in CAMHS - Community Team

Job Summary

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking two Specialty Doctors for the Central Cornwall Children's and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). One full time and one part time. The chosen candidates will play a crucial role in the medical community team and collaborate with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT). The main duty involves leading the psychiatric assessment and treatment of child and adolescent patients in the Mid Cornwall area under the guidance of a Consultant.

The preferred candidate will possess experience in treating children and young people in an inpatient setting and have a background in various mental health services, including primary care. Applicants should have at least four years of medical experience, with a minimum of two years in Psychiatry, preferably within a CAMHS environment. While MRCPsych is not mandatory, candidates who are in the process of obtaining it are encouraged to apply, as they will be offered opportunities for higher training and support with their examinations.

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, establish diagnoses and formulate care plans and treatment strategies for patients in the designated care area.
• Collaborate with team members to assess and manage complex cases.
• Liaise with external services and agencies, such as those in education, social services, and the voluntary sector.
• Cooperate with services to ensure child protection.
• Engage in clinical team meetings and foster transparent, positive relationships with all team members to support case consultations and discussions.

We are an NHS community and mental health provider Trust located in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Our mission is to deliver both community and hospital-based care to enhance the physical and mental health of individuals. Additionally, we offer specialised support for those with dementia or learning disabilities. Our organisation values people, and as a member of our team, you will contribute to the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors in this picturesque region of the UK.

The Trust is comprised of over 4,000 individuals, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and administrative and support staff. Our services are provided in people's homes, community clinics, and bases, with some staff operating from one of our 13 community hospitals. We strive to attract exceptional people, deliver outstanding care, be an excellent workplace, and form strong partnerships. The area is home to approximately 568,000 residents.

A third of Cornwall's population receives acute hospital services from Devon, prompting close collaboration with our Devon partners. Tourist seasons, particularly summer and holidays, see an influx of visitors, leading to increased demand for our services.

Date posted: 18 February 2026

Pay scheme:
Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade:
Specialty Doctor

Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number: 201-MD-26-SD-002

Job locations:
Shaw House, Porthpean Road, St Austell, PL26 6AD

• Recognised basic Medical Degree
• Eligible for full registration with the GMC at time of appointment.
• Completed 4 years Post Graduate experience
• Completed 2 years Psychiatry experience
• Relevant specialty clinical knowledge: capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge relevant to the job.
• Clinical judgement: experience in making clinical decisions and managing risk; knows when to seek help, able to prioritise clinical need.
• Practical skills: shows aptitude for practical skills required in the job; proven ability to work effectively in different clinical settings.
• Risk Management:
  
  knowledge of risk management.
• Experience of assessing and treating patients in acute and psychiatric settings.
• Commitment to clinical governance: capacity to be alert to dangers or problems; demonstrates awareness of good decision making; aware of own limitations; track record of engaging in clinical governance, reporting errors, learning from errors.
• Effective communication skills: demonstrates clarity in written or spoken communication and capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation.
• Empathy and sensitivity: capacity to listen and take in others' perspectives.
• Works in partnership with patients: always considers patients preferences when discussing treatment options.

• Relevant higher degree e.g. MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualifications MRCPsych
• Section 12 Approval
• Completed MRCPsych Paper A & B
• Experience of working in the Home Treatment Team
• Experience working within a Community Mental health team
• Organisation of further teaching programmes in medical education or multi professional education. Commitment to and experience of undergraduate and post graduate learning and teaching.
• Experience of involvement in a research project and/or publication.
• Interest in Research: published audit project.