Consultants in Older Adult Psychiatry

Bradford, Bradford

Consultants in Older Adult Psychiatry

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Bradford, Bradford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 days ago, 2 Nov | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ca5f87f5cd16405ca9b979bb8b7cae0e

Full Job Description

You will be required to work with the multidisciplinary teams offering assessment, treatment, and care for patients with time limited and/or complex mental health disorders. The successful applicant will work closely with other Consultant Psychiatrists in the community team and other teams.
The principal aim of the post is to provide medical leadership to the team, contribute to service development and clinical governance and be committed to quality improvement. Such medical leadership is pivotal to the success of the teams.

Bradford District Care Trust is an award-winning Trust that provides a range of innovative services that have been recognised as best practice nationally. As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs.
As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs., We have a strong focus on your continued professional development, including special interests, whether that's a clinical educator, researcher or leader.
We want to be the 'best place to work' and your wellbeing is our priority, with a supportive and accessible senior leadership team, and access to a range of health and wellbeing support. Working with our Medical Council, you will be actively involved in shaping clinical leadership decisions.
From the buzzing city life of Bradford to the tranquil Yorkshire Dales, our location has something for everyone. The area offers a high standard of living at an affordable price, with good schools. Over 60 per cent of the Bradford district is rural and Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven feature stunning landscapes, picturesque villages and iconic landmarks, including the Three Peaks. Bradford district is one of the most multicultural in Britain with over 100 languages. Its rich architectural heritage, includes the UNESCO world heritage site of Saltaire.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidates best interest to apply as soon as possible.
In view of Home Office Immigration Regulations all applicants must state their current immigration status, including expiry dates.
Bradford District Care Trust is an award-winning Trust that provides a range of innovative services that have been recognised as best practice nationally. As a provider of care for people of all ages who have mental and/or community health needs we are dedicated to providing a high-quality service, close to where people live and as much as possible tailored to an individual's needs.
The Trust's purpose is to create connected communities and help people to feel as healthy as they can be at every point in their lives and our vision is to connect people to the best quality care, when and where they need it and be a national role model as an employer and provide our staff with the best place to work.
Bradford has been awarded the coveted status of UK City of Culture 2025. The year is set to deliver more than 1000 new performances and events including 365 artist commissions, a series of major arts festivals as well as exciting national and international collaborations. Its themes will be rooted in the unique heritage and character of Bradford and will reveal the magic of the district that is held in its people, its ambition, and above all, its potential.
We would welcome applicants with lived experience of providing unpaid care and/or support to a family member or friend with a disability, health condition, frailty, mental health problem, addiction or other health and care needs.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and in particular Bradford District Care Trust is keen to reflect the population we serve, we are currently underrepresented in terms of black and minority ethnic staff. Applications are encouraged from these groups, but it must be stressed that selection will be solely on merit and in accordance with the Trust recruitment policy.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.