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CAMHS Trust Grade Doctor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT View all jobs
Posted 26 day(s) ago
Reference: 2286968
Job summary
Required to work at any location at any time throughout the duration of their contract within the RDaSH footprint or set out under terms of their contract. Travel outside the RDaSH footprint may also be required. The base for this role at the time of advertising will be Kimberworth Place, Rotherham.
The post will be working in both generic CAMHS and ADHD.
Most of the clinical work will take place at the central clinical base. However, the post holder will be required to undertake assessments elsewhere, for example, Paediatric Wards, A &E, schools, GP surgeries, occasional home visits. Expectation is that 60% or more of work time is spent onsite.
The postholder will cross cover for non-Consultant doctors for annual leave etc.
The postholder will also contribute to writing repeat prescriptions and checking blood results.
There is a dedicated ADHD Team, led by an ADHD Specialist Prescribing Nurse. You may spend some time each week supporting the ADHD post diagnostic nursing team in prescribing and monitoring ADHD medication.
The postholder will attend one of the weekly Clinical MDTs, chaired by the Consultant Psychiatrists.
Main duties of the job
o The post holder will be expected to provide appropriate care to patients within the Rotherham area mainly through working closely with the multidisciplinary team through the assessment and treatment of appropriate patients.
o Provide consultation on individual cases where psychiatric opinion is needed to members of the Rotherham multidisciplinary CAMHS team.
o Attend a weekly CAMHS MDT Clinical Meeting, in which the above patients are discussed.
o Attend multiagency meetings and Team around the Child etc as required.
o Provide medical support to the Nurse-led ADHD team. This will include prescribing and monitoring ADHD medication, alongside the ADHD nurses.
o Patient contact will take place mainly in outpatient clinics but may also occur in other community settings including A&E or paediatric wards at Rotherham hospital. Appointments may also occur remotely via MS Teams or sometimes by telephone.
o Provide on-going monitoring and pharmacological treatments in ADHD, depression, OCD, etc.
o All practice will be supervised by a senior doctor or a specialist prescriber.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
Date posted
19 August 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
Depending on experience £40,190 to £76,582 per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
376-RCMS-06
Job locations
Kimberworth Place
Kimberworth Road
Rotherham
S61 1HE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC
- Must be on the GMC Specialist Register for CAMHS or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT
Desirable
- MRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification.
- Management qualification, other professional qualification, e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Higher Specialist Training in CAMHS.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Prior ADHD experience.
- Substantial prior experience working as a Consultant in CAMHS.
- Evidence of development of special interest Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
- Other special interest/expertise relevant to the post.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research processes.
- Committed to Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with fellow professionals and patients to work within a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
- Motivational skills, leadership skills and flexibility.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: o That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; o Have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5. If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full registration with the GMC
- Must be on the GMC Specialist Register for CAMHS or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT
Desirable
- MRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification.
- Management qualification, other professional qualification, e.g. CBT, Family Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Higher Specialist Training in CAMHS.
- Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
Desirable
- Prior ADHD experience.
- Substantial prior experience working as a Consultant in CAMHS.
- Evidence of development of special interest Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care.
- Other special interest/expertise relevant to the post.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of research processes.
- Committed to Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with fellow professionals and patients to work within a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
- Motivational skills, leadership skills and flexibility.
- All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: o That applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English; o Have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5. If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Kimberworth Place
Kimberworth Road
Rotherham
S61 1HE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address
Kimberworth Place
Kimberworth Road
Rotherham
S61 1HE
United Kingdom