Job summarySomerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team on Rowan Ward 2, a 15 bedded adult inpatient mental health ward based at the Summerlands Hospital site, Yeovil.
This is a substantive 10 PA post, with the option of an additional 1.25 PA for on-call duties.
The postholder will provide clinical leadership for the ward, act as Responsible Clinician for all inpatients, and work closely with community, specialist, and inpatient services across the Trust. The role includes assessing and managing complex cases, leading ward rounds, contributing to service development, and supervising trainees. As stated in the document, you will "assess and formulate care plans for the ward caseload... including leading on high risk, complex care and medication reviews".
You will join a well established MDT including RMNs, HCAs, psychologists, trainees, OTs, and administrative support.
The Trust offers strong opportunities for CPD, research involvement, leadership development, and flexible working. Monthly supervision, peer groups, and up to 10 days of study leave per year are provided.
Main duties of the job- Provide clinical leadership for Rowan Ward 2, including assessment, formulation, and management of adult inpatient cases.
- Act as Responsible Clinician for all inpatients, including Mental Health Act responsibilities and tribunal reports.
- Lead ward rounds, medication reviews, and multidisciplinary care planning.
- Work closely with families, community teams, Home Treatment, and specialist services to support safe discharge and continuity of care.
- Offer supervision, guidance, and support to trainees and wider MDT members.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and Trust wide initiatives.
- Participate in crossover arrangements with Rowan Ward 1 and other inpatient services.
- Optional participation in the 1:11 senior on call rota covering inpatient wards and places of safety.
About usAt
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our
Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a
diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of
idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and
breath taking coastlines, with vibrant cities like
Bristol,
Bath, and
Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to
London.
The region is home to excellent
educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job responsibilitiesFor further details regarding this job role and person specification please refer to the attached job description.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Medical degree appropriate for practising as a doctor in the UK.
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practise.
- Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register in the relevant specialty
- At least 4 years of postgraduate experience in a range of mental health settings.
- Ability to establish good working relationships, communicate effectively, and work flexibly under competing demands.
- Ability to provide high-quality clinical care with appropriate supervision.
- Clear, logical, analytical thinking with the ability to lead and develop the service.
- Good theoretical psychiatric knowledge, e.g., working towards MRCPsych.
- Understanding of clinical governance and the NHS modernisation agenda.
- Knowledge of research principles.
- Driving licence or ability to travel between sites, and meeting professional health requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 
