Consultant Psychiatrist Old Age Community

Consultant Psychiatrist - Dover Old Age Community

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Job Summary

Are you a passionate geriatric psychiatrist seeking a leadership role with impact? We're seeking a dedicated Consultant to join our vibrant team in Dover & Deal, in the 'Garden of England'. The Community Mental Health Care Group Older Persons (CMHCGOP) for Dover and Deal is a joint team providing a comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment service for the over 65 year old population in the Dover and Deal areas.

As a Consultant Psychiatrist in Old Age Psychiatry, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of the people we care for, while enjoying a fulfilling career with exceptional professional development opportunities.

Successful applicants will ideally have MRCPsych or equivalent and be on, or within six months of inclusion on, the Specialist Register. You will be fully registered with the GMC, and have Approved Clinician status and S12 approval under the Mental Health Act (or achieve this within 3 months of appointment).

Main Duties

• Provide psychiatric care to patients referred to the Dover/Deal CMHSOP, and provide senior medical leadership as part of the multidisciplinary team. The work will consist of holding outpatient clinics (face to face, via video or telephone consultation), home visits and conducting reviews in residential and nursing homes.
• Conduct MCA and MHA assessments, attend complex case discussions, CPA and 117 review meetings and provide availability for urgent clinical matters.
• Attend daily RED Board and referral triage meetings, weekly clinical meetings, monthly complex case discussions and governance meetings.
• Support the team in maintaining the MSNAP accreditation for their Memory Assessment Service.
• Liaise closely with referrers, allied professionals, Social Services, carers, voluntary organisations, client groups and contribute to multi‑agency working.

About Us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust, providing vital mental health, learning disability, and specialist services to a population of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. Join our extensive network of medical professionals and contribute to making a positive impact.

We offer exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to hone your skills while enjoying the high quality of life in the picturesque Garden of England.

Collaborate with the prestigious Kent and Medway Medical School, be at the forefront of integrated care, and prioritise individual well‑being. If you’re passionate about research, join our internationally recognised team and contribute to shaping the future of healthcare.

Details

Date posted: 16 December 2025
Grade:
Consultant
Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 per annum

Contract:

Permanent
Working pattern:
Full‑time
Reference number: 380‑MED‑23‑063‑PERM‑H

Job location:

Coleman House, Brookfield Avenue, Dover, Kent, CT16 2AH

Benefits

• Recruitment bonus of £20,000
• Higher trainee eligibility for a higher salary starting point (2a), progressing to the next salary point (2b) in the following year subject to usual pay progression policies
• Financial support for relocation of up to £8,000
• Easy access to in‑house research team and academic opportunity through Kent’s own Medical School
• Generous annual leave and study leave entitlement and access to the NHS pension scheme
• Holiday of a Lifetime Scheme: bank your annual leave to save up for an extended break
• Flexible working – just ask and we will try to help
• Excellent learning and development opportunities – doctors at all grades can engage in leadership, educational, research, quality improvement and seek growth opportunities tailored to their interests
• Free access to an independent counselling service
• Blue Light Card – NHS discount service with thousands of discounts
• Car lease scheme
• A variety of staff network forums to empower, support and encourage network members and allies, reflecting KMMH values and promoting equality and diversity
• For further information, or to know the full terms of the recruitment bonus and/or relocation allowance, contact our Medical Staffing Team.

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