Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Locally Employed Doctor in CAMHS
The closing date is 15 November 2026

Job summary
The MFT CAMHS services are OUTSTANDING and the CQC agrees! We have achieved an outstanding rating in two consecutive unannounced CQC inspections, and this is something we are understandably very proud of.

Our CAMHS division provides a full range of mental health services to the children of Manchester, Salford and Trafford. In addition to our 5 Core locality services, we have a community service for 16 and 17 year olds (Emerge), Thrive in Education, Children in Care/Looked After Children, Intellectual disabilities CAMHS, Paediatric Psychosocial Services alongside an inpatient unit (Galaxy House), and many others constituting one of the largest CAMHS divisions in the United Kingdom.

Main duties of the job

• With other CAMHS colleagues, to provide child and adolescent psychiatric care and advice as required and in accordance with the service specification.
• To give child and adolescent psychiatric opinion and advice as appropriate within the CAMHS team.
• Case liaison with other agencies as appropriate.
• Assessment and management of children and young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties, including delivering ADHD medication clinics.
• Management of children and young people prescribed medication for the treatment of mental health difficulties.
• Clinical supervision of other CAMHS team members as appropriate.
• Duty cover in the daytime for emergencies.

About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.

With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities. We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.

At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations. If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £67,325 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-SHCG-8290736-RL4

Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Holds acceptable primary medical qualification
• At least 3 years of experience working at CT level in Psychiatry

Desirable

• MRCPsych or equivalent
• Section 12 Approval under Mental Health Act 1983, or be eligible for approval
• Experience in the use of The Mental Health Act (1983), as amended

Other
Essential

• Ability to commute easily between bases (i.e car driver)
• Full registration with the General Medical Council and Licensed to practice

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.