CYPMHS Consultant Psychiatrist

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Elysium Healthcare CYPMHS Consultant Psychiatrist The closing date is 31 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Are you passionate about transforming young lives through expert psychiatric care? Join Rhodes Wood Hospital, a supportive and experienced team as a Consultant Psychiatrist within our Tier 4 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CYPMHS), providing specialist care for young people aged 12 to 18 with eating disorders. You will work in a service that delivers evidence-based, individualised treatment programmes designed to meet each young persons unique needs. As a CYPMHS Consultant Psychiatrist, you will review referrals, conduct admission assessments, and ensure effective management plans are in place. You will lead risk assessments, oversee physical health evaluations, and provide clinical leadership, supervision, and reflective practice for key workers within the team. Your role will include supervising non-training grade doctors and psychiatric trainees, participating in the on-call rota (currently 1 in 6), and supporting cross-cover arrangements for colleagues during leave periods. You will uphold governance standards, maintain accurate records, and ensure culturally competent practice aligned with safeguarding requirements. Collaboration is keyyou will establish strong working relationships with GPs, CYPMHS community teams, commissioners, and other stakeholders to ensure continuity of care. Main duties of the job Join Rhodes Wood Hospital as a CYPMHS Consultant Psychiatrist, focusing on Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Provide expert care for young people aged 12 to 18 with eating disorders. As part of the Tier 4 CYPMHS, you'll conduct assessments, participate in the on-call rota, and supervise non-training doctors. Ensure culturally competent practice, accurate record-keeping, and strong collaboration with healthcare professionals and stakeholders. Govern the service's standards while providing clinical leadership. Experience in CYPMHS Eating Disorders and registration on the GMC Specialist Register for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry with a licence to practise are essential. About us Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of healthcare services, boasting over 8,000 employees across more than 90 services in England and Wales. Known for its comprehensive approach to care, Elysium Healthcare covers Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities, and Autism services, amongst others. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium connects to a global network in over 10 countries, employing over 86,000 individuals worldwide. The organisation values inclusive recruitment and is committed to safeguarding the welfare of service users, ensuring that all staff members understand their responsibility in promoting and safeguarding these individuals' wellbeing. Details Date posted 02 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1557155275 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Hertfordshire AL9 6NN United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Are you passionate about transforming young lives through expert psychiatric care? Join Rhodes Wood Hospital, a supportive and experienced team as a Consultant Psychiatrist within our Tier 4 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Servi