Job description
Somerset 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.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Yeovil
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Salary indication
- Between £85,000 and £110,000 Per Month
- Published at
- 15-09-2026
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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