Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at HMP Nottingham within the Primary Care Team. We are looking for an individual who possess a caring, positive attitude and is dedicated and conscientious. Good communication abilities, compassion and organisational skills are paramount. The candidates will have the ability to lead by example and work well in a team. A strong interest in working with prisoners is essential.

HMP Nottingham is a Category B training prison. and is built to accommodate around 1100 males aged 18 and over.

We are a warm and friendly team who pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of care. The successful candidates will benefit from an extensive supernumerary induction period, alongside regular supervision and appraisals and be encouraged to undertake training so why not drop us a line and come and have a look around.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will ensure the provision of research based high quality care to patients in HMP Nottingham in accordance with local and national policies.

The post holder will undertake various duties within HMP Nottingham including acting as a responder to emergencies, screening patients in reception and on the wings, triaging patients and holding nurse led clinics.

The post holder will demonstrate leadership qualities and set an example to junior staff through their own behaviour and attitude at all times.

The post holder will oversee the provision of day to day healthcare services in the absence of the clinical lead.

The post holder will participate in audits, research and project work as requested.

The post holder will be responsible for supervising and supporting junior staff / students and support their development and education.

The post holder will develop and support the concept of change, contributing ideas whilst demonstrating an awareness of prison issues

Our mission, making a difference for you, with you was chosen by our staff and stakeholders. It means in everything we do and through every service we provide, we want to make a positive difference in people's lives - for those we care for, those we work with and those who work with us. Everyone is part of our team.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH412-HMPNOT

Job locations

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Essential criteria

Essential

• NMC registration as an RGN
• Experience in acute nursing
• Good communication skills
• To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care
• Evidence of Leadership Skills

Desirable

• Prison experience
• Acute care module
• Non medical prescriber

Person Specification Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards Essential criteria Essential NMC registration as an RGN Experience in acute nursing Good communication skills To be able to demonstrate quality nursing care Evidence of Leadership Skills Desirable Prison experience Acute care module Non medical prescriber

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Nottingham

112 Perry Road, Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge or the opportunity to develop your career pathway then this could be the job that you are looking for. The Physical Care Health Team at HMP Lincoln , are seeking a dynamic enthusiastic experienced Physical Care Health Nurse to join the team. We are looking for someone who enjoys a challenge, can work well within a team and autonomously.

NHFT provide healthcare health and wellbeing services within HMP Lincoln.

AtNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we're proud to be ratedOutstandingby the CQC. We're committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.

Why Join NHFT?

• Annual Leave:27 days + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Support
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive team culture

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency. Please note without sufficient evidence your application may not progress

Main duties of the job

About the Role

As a Band 5 Physical Health Nurse, you'll work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care to residents. You'll be involved in emergency response, screening, vaccination clinics, and nurse-led care delivery across the prison.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care
• Conducting assessments, triage, and risk evaluations
• Administering medications and maintaining accurate records
• Participating in audits, clinical governance, and service improvement
• Supporting junior staff and contributing to team development

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

270-TG716-HMPLIN-D

Job locations

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• 1. RGN on the NMC register
• 2. Experience of working as a Nurse following preceptorship

Desirable

• 1. Have experience and knowledge of working in a secure environment (desirable but not essential)

Skills and abilities

Essential

• 1. Autonomously assess and manage patient's care, with example.
• 2. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, ensuring contemporaneous healthcare records are maintained.
• 3. Ability to administer medications, with example.

Desirable

• Ability to use SystmOne

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Person Specification Knowledge and experience Essential 1. RGN on the NMC register 2. Experience of working as a Nurse following preceptorship Desirable 1. Have experience and knowledge of working in a secure environment (desirable but not essential) Skills and abilities Essential 1. Autonomously assess and manage patient's care, with example. 2. Have excellent written and oral communication skills, ensuring contemporaneous healthcare records are maintained. 3. Ability to administer medications, with example. Desirable Ability to use SystmOne Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lincoln

Greetwell Road

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Peer Support Worker to join the Gender Identity Clinic based in Daventry. This is a post for an expert by experience; therefore, we are seeking to recruit someone who has lived experience of gender incongruence and undergoing gender transition.

The post will involve supporting service users of the Gender Identity Clinic via the co-production group, psychological and well-being groups and providing individual support and advice where appropriate.

The post holder will work within the multidisciplinary team under the supervision of the Principal Clinical Psychologist.

We would like to recruit someone who is enthusiastic, a team player and who has good communication skills. Experience of previous support worker roles or supporting others in distress would be an advantage but not essential.

Main duties of the job

To support the well-being of Gender Identity Clinic service users through a variety of means, including by providing individual support

To co-facilitate social, psychoeducation and well-being groups for service users

To work proactively to support service user engagement and involvement, primarily through the co-production working group

To take a person-centred approach when working with service users to acknowledge and value their individual experiences and journey

To share concerns about risk and well-being of service users with other MDT members to enable support for service users

To work with and support the multi-disciplinary team

To contribute to service development, evaluation and quality improvement

To contribute to the development and the updating of written resources for service users, including information on the website and information to be distributed to service users on the waiting list

To liaise with other statutory and voluntary services as necessary

To contribute to teaching of other professionals about gender diversity where appropriate

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

270-TH390-SEC

Job locations

Danetre Hospital

London Road

Daventry

NN11 4DY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support service users attending the GIC either through one-to-one support or in groups.

Support the various groups run by the clinic, including contributing to the development of them.

To take a co-lead role in co-production and support service user engagement in quality improvement initiatives.

Empower service users and respect autonomy.

To work within safeguarding policies and procedures.

To work with and support the multi-disciplinary team

To contribute to service development, evaluation and quality improvement

To contribute to the development and the updating of written resources for service users, including information on the website and information to be distributed to service users on the waiting list

To liaise with other statutory and voluntary services as necessary

To contribute to teaching of other professionals about gender diversity where appropriate

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities To support service users attending the GIC either through one-to-one support or in groups. Support the various groups run by the clinic, including contributing to the development of them. To take a co-lead role in co-production and support service user engagement in quality improvement initiatives. Empower service users and respect autonomy. To work within safeguarding policies and procedures. To work with and support the multi-disciplinary team To contribute to service development, evaluation and quality improvement To contribute to the development and the updating of written resources for service users, including information on the website and information to be distributed to service users on the waiting list To liaise with other statutory and voluntary services as necessary To contribute to teaching of other professionals about gender diversity where appropriate For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Lived Experience
• Experience working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Peer Support Worker/ Lived Experience Advisor
• Experience of supporting people in distress

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• Approachable
• Reliable/ Consistent/ Empathic
• Good communication
• Person Centred

Skills

Essential

• Good communicator
• Flexible
• Adaptable
• Can make use of supervision
• Can work autonomously
• Basic IT and keyboard skills

Desirable

• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
• Experience of delivering group interventions
• Patient involvement and co-production

Person Specification Knowledge Essential Lived Experience Experience working as part of a team Desirable Previous experience as a Peer Support Worker/ Lived Experience Advisor Experience of supporting people in distress Behaviours and Values Essential Approachable Reliable/ Consistent/ Empathic Good communication Person Centred Skills Essential Good communicator Flexible Adaptable Can make use of supervision Can work autonomously Basic IT and keyboard skills Desirable Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision Experience of delivering group interventions Patient involvement and co-production

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Danetre Hospital

London Road

Daventry

NN11 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Danetre Hospital

London Road

Daventry

NN11 4DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Are you an experienced People Officer looking for a career in the NHS? Perhaps you are already a seasoned People Assistant or administrator looking to further your career.

We have an excellent development opportunity for a People Officer to support our People Team at NHFT. The People Officer plays a crucial role by providing first line advice and guidance on policies and procedures to support the delivery of a customer focused People service.

The post holder will be the first point of contact for enquiries for the People Tam and will be expected to work on their own initiative.

Main duties of the job

The People Officer provides a comprehensive administrative and advisory service within the People Team, acting as the first point of contact for staff enquiries across the Trust. The role involves providing guidance on people policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment, resolving routine queries and escalating more complex matters where appropriate.

We are looking for someone who is able to work on their own initiative, prioritise and organise their own workload and communicate effectively with staff of all levels within the organisation to resolve concerns and queries, provide advice and guidance and know when to escalate to senior staff.

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH373-CORP

Job locations

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• RSA III/NVQ 3 in administration or equivalent admin experience OR CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
• Proficient in word processing and in depth knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Knowledge of a range of administration and HR procedures acquired through relevant on the job training and experience

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience of HR systems and policies

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Able to co-ordinate a busy office environment, and produce high quality work with a focus on attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to manage meeting minutes, actions and agendas
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive and confidential information, that may require tact

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential RSA III/NVQ 3 in administration or equivalent admin experience OR CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience Proficient in word processing and in depth knowledge of Microsoft Office packages Knowledge of a range of administration and HR procedures acquired through relevant on the job training and experience Desirable Knowledge or experience of HR systems and policies Skills and Abilities Essential Able to co-ordinate a busy office environment, and produce high quality work with a focus on attention to detail Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Ability to manage meeting minutes, actions and agendas Ability to provide and receive sensitive and confidential information, that may require tact

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Reporting to the Group Chief Nurse/Executive Director Nursing, AHPs and Quality, the Deputy Chief Nurse is a senior leadership role within the Nursing and Quality Directorate. The post holder will provide visible, credible and compassionate professional nursing leadership across NHFT, supporting the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality care and strengthening assurance, professional standards and quality improvement across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a member of the Operational Directors' management team through the Trust Operational Management Group (TOMG) and Executive Management Board (EMB), contributing to corporate decision-making, operational grip, quality assurance and delivery of strategic priorities. Working with Care Delivery Pathway leadership teams, Operational Directors, Clinical Directors, Heads of Nursing, Matrons and corporate teams, the Deputy Chief Nurse will ensure nursing and quality priorities are embedded in operational delivery. This includes supporting strong clinical governance, regulatory compliance, patient safety, patient experience, risk management, safeguarding, professional standards and continuous improvement. The post holder will provide senior nursing leadership, support and challenge across Forensic and Secure Services and Specialist Services, ensuring services are safe, responsive, well-led and aligned to national standards, commissioner requirements and local population needs. They will deputise for the Group Chief Nurse/Executive Director of Nursing, AHPs and Quality as required and act as Deputy Director of Infection Prevention and Control, supporting Trust-wide IPC leadership, oversight and assurance. They will also participate in the senior on-call rota, providing advice and leadership on urgent operational, quality, safety and professional issues.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two project managers to support delivery of the Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP).

OPIP is a high profile nationally funded programme that brings together a whole pathway approach to the improvement of obesity care for local people, from early intervention in neighbourhoods through to highly specialist support.

The posts are offered on a fixed term/secondment basis until 30 April 2029.

Main duties of the job

The key responsibilities of the Project Manager role:

• Co-design a highly effective strategy and develop detailed plans for the delivery of allocated projects
• Direct, design and implement delivery of allocated projects, ensure delivery of the outcomes set out in the project and identify any current or future resources
• Support the development of rigorous evaluation and performance monitoring throughout planning and implementation
• Work in partnership with appropriate governance arrangements for the project
• Flexibly respond to emerging risks or issues
• Make recommendation on future ongoing work and associated resource requirements
• Manage delegated project budgets

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Job summary

Lead with Compassion. Deliver with Purpose.

Are you a dynamic healthcare leader ready to take the next step in your career? JoinTeam NHFTas aPrimary Care Matronand play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality healthcare services within a secure environment.

AtNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we're proud to be ratedOutstandingby the CQC. We're committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency. Please note without sufficient evidence your application may not progress.

Main duties of the job

As Primary Care Matron atHMP Lowdham Grange, a Category B men's prison, you'll be a key member of the leadership team, reporting to the Head of Healthcare. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team, drive service improvements, and ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care.

You'll:

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to the primary care team
• Oversee governance, quality assurance, and service development
• Manage staff recruitment, supervision, and performance
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver integrated care
• Ensure compliance with CQC, infection control, and health & safety standards

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH014-HMPLG-B

Job locations

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered healthcare professional with diploma/degree-level qualification

Desirable

• Leadership training or qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or equivalent
• Proven leadership and staff management experience
• Experience working across service boundaries

Desirable

• Previous experience in prison or secure healthcare settings

Security Vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered healthcare professional with diploma/degree-level qualification Desirable Leadership training or qualifications Experience Essential Minimum 2 years' experience at Band 6 or equivalent Proven leadership and staff management experience Experience working across service boundaries Desirable Previous experience in prison or secure healthcare settings Security Vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to provide high quality financial management support to both clinical and non clinical budget holders. The role includes meeting with budget holders, preparation of monthly reports, assisting with the completion of the annual accounts and producing robust forecasts.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic, confident, flexible, hard working individual who has experience of working within management accounts, preferably in an NHS setting. You will need to be an excellent communicator, in both written and oral formats, to explain financial issues to non finance managers and clinicians. The ability to work independently and know when to ask for further advice and support is also required.

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools. We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

270-TH386-CORP

Job locations

Dryland Block, St Marys Hospital

77 London Road, , NN15 7PW

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Shortlisitng

Essential

• Part qualified or AAT finalist

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS finance

Shortlisting

Essential

• 2-3 years management accounts experience

Desirable

• Other knowledge and experience

Person Specification Shortlisitng Essential Part qualified or AAT finalist Desirable Knowledge of NHS finance Shortlisting Essential 2-3 years management accounts experience Desirable Other knowledge and experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Dryland Block, St Marys Hospital

77 London Road, , NN15 7PW

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Dryland Block, St Marys Hospital

77 London Road, , NN15 7PW

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

The post holder will report to the Head of Clinical Audit & Effectiveness and will work closely with clinicians, managers and multidisciplinary teams to facilitate local and national audit projects, design data collection tools, collect and analyse data, maintain audit records, produce reports and support services to implement improvements arising from audit findings

Main duties of the job

• Support the delivery of the Trust Clinical Audit Programme, including local, national and mandatory audit activity.
• Coordinate and facilitate audit projects throughout the full audit cycle, from registration and design through to reporting, action planning and re-audit.
• Administer and maintain the Trust's Audit Management and Tracking System (AMaT), ensuring audit records, timelines, actions and outcomes are accurate and up to date.
• Support clinical teams in the creation, maintenance and monitoring of online audit projects to track audit progress, compliance and improvement activity.
• Collect, validate, analyse and input audit data accurately and within agreed timescales.
• Produce audit reports, presentations, dashboards and summaries to support decision-making and governance processes.
• Monitor audit progress through AMaT and provide regular updates and exception reporting to relevant governance and assurance forums.
• Provide training on a one-to-one basis or to teams on clinical audit methodology and the use of AMaT.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

270-TH371-CORP

Job locations

Berrywood Hospital

Berrywood Hospital, Berrywood Drive

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Trust Clinical Audit Programme, including local, national and mandatory audit activity.

Coordinate and facilitate audit projects throughout the full audit cycle, from registration and design through to reporting, action planning and re-audit.

Administer and maintain the Trust's Audit Management and Tracking System (AMaT), ensuring audit records, timelines, actions and outcomes are accurate and up to date.

Support clinical teams in the creation, maintenance and monitoring of online audit projects to track audit progress, compliance and improvement activity.

Collect, validate, analyse and input audit data accurately and within agreed timescales.

Develop and maintain audit tools, questionnaires, data collection systems and reporting templates.

Produce audit reports, presentations, dashboards and summaries to support decision-making and governance processes.

Support clinical teams in measuring compliance against national guidance, local standards and best practice requirements.

Monitor audit progress through AMaT and provide regular updates and exception reporting to relevant governance and assurance forums.

Maintain accurate records of audit activity, organisational compliance, action plans and audit outcomes.

Support services to ensure recommendations, lessons learned and improvement actions arising from audit activity are documented, monitored and evidenced through completion.

Support services in developing and implementing action plans and coordinating follow-up and re-audit activity to demonstrate improvement.

Provide training on a one to one basis or to teams on clinical audit methodology the use of AMaT.

Support participation in national, regional and mandatory audit programmes, ensuring reporting requirements are met.

Prepare agendas, reports, minutes and supporting documentation for the Clinical Audit & Effectiveness Committee

Contribute to assurance reporting for Trust committees, sub-committees and governance groups.

Promote evidence-based practice, clinical effectiveness and continuous quality improvement across the organisation.

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding audit activity, reporting requirements, governance processes and system developments

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description

Job description Job responsibilities Support the delivery of the Trust Clinical Audit Programme, including local, national and mandatory audit activity. Coordinate and facilitate audit projects throughout the full audit cycle, from registration and design through to reporting, action planning and re-audit. Administer and maintain the Trust's Audit Management and Tracking System (AMaT), ensuring audit records, timelines, actions and outcomes are accurate and up to date. Support clinical teams in the creation, maintenance and monitoring of online audit projects to track audit progress, compliance and improvement activity. Collect, validate, analyse and input audit data accurately and within agreed timescales. Develop and maintain audit tools, questionnaires, data collection systems and reporting templates. Produce audit reports, presentations, dashboards and summaries to support decision-making and governance processes. Support clinical teams in measuring compliance against national guidance, local standards and best practice requirements. Monitor audit progress through AMaT and provide regular updates and exception reporting to relevant governance and assurance forums. Maintain accurate records of audit activity, organisational compliance, action plans and audit outcomes. Support services to ensure recommendations, lessons learned and improvement actions arising from audit activity are documented, monitored and evidenced through completion. Support services in developing and implementing action plans and coordinating follow-up and re-audit activity to demonstrate improvement. Provide training on a one to one basis or to teams on clinical audit methodology the use of AMaT. Support participation in national, regional and mandatory audit programmes, ensuring reporting requirements are met. Prepare agendas, reports, minutes and supporting documentation for the Clinical Audit & Effectiveness Committee Contribute to assurance reporting for Trust committees, sub-committees and governance groups. Promote evidence-based practice, clinical effectiveness and continuous quality improvement across the organisation. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding audit activity, reporting requirements, governance processes and system developments For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of clinical audit methodology and quality assurance processes.
• Experience supporting clinical audit, and evidence of attendance of clinical audit training
• Experience of managing multiple workstreams and competing priorities.
• Training health professionals & others on audit methodology techniques

Desirable

• Strong understanding of data processing with the ability to identify trends and themes in the data
• Experience using audit management systems or databases.

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• Enthusiastic, motivated and able to work autonomously as well as within a team
• Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently
• Committed to continual quality and service improvement
• Able to engage with a variety of people, including those within an identified team and those in external agencies

Skills & abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written & oral, and interpersonal skills in order to form and maintain positive rapports with a variety of colleagues both internal and external
• Ability to work to deadlines and ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to provide advice to clinicians regarding ensuring clinical audit measure standards which affect healthcare
• Good analytical skills with a proactive approach to process improvement
• Good quality report writing skills & delivery of information as required

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Knowledge of clinical audit methodology and quality assurance processes. Experience supporting clinical audit, and evidence of attendance of clinical audit training Experience of managing multiple workstreams and competing priorities. Training health professionals & others on audit methodology techniques Desirable Strong understanding of data processing with the ability to identify trends and themes in the data Experience using audit management systems or databases. Behaviours and Values Essential Enthusiastic, motivated and able to work autonomously as well as within a team Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently Committed to continual quality and service improvement Able to engage with a variety of people, including those within an identified team and those in external agencies Skills & abilities Essential Excellent communication skills, both written & oral, and interpersonal skills in order to form and maintain positive rapports with a variety of colleagues both internal and external Ability to work to deadlines and ability to prioritise workload Ability to provide advice to clinicians regarding ensuring clinical audit measure standards which affect healthcare Good analytical skills with a proactive approach to process improvement Good quality report writing skills & delivery of information as required

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Berrywood Hospital

Berrywood Hospital, Berrywood Drive

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Berrywood Hospital

Berrywood Hospital, Berrywood Drive

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

NHFT provides integrated Healthcare services at HMP Lowdham Grange. Services include primary care, pharmacy, mental health, neurodiversity and substance misuse, working with our Partner Agencies to support the health of male patients.

To work as part of the Healthcare team, providing administrative support, ensuring safe working practices in a secure environment in accordance with the Trust and prison policies and procedures.

The post holder will work in close liaison with other disciplines in prison setting and with external agencies in arranging appointments to meet patient care.

The post holder will be fully integrated in a multi-disciplinary team.

The role will involve working at times without direct supervision, undertaking delegated tasks and reporting back to the line manager.

The post holder will actively participate in the ongoing development of positive working relationships with officers and staff throughout the prison.

Please note this post is subject to security vetting. To be considered for this post you will need to have continuously resided in the UK without any breaks for a minimum of 3 years prior to this application and be able to evidence your years of residency. Please note without sufficient evidence your application may not progress.

Main duties of the job

• Booking clinics and managing clinicians' ledgers
• SystmOne administration including workflow, tasks, pathology, links, registrations, deductions,
• SystmOne data quality checks.
• MaintaininglocaldatabasesandS1waitinglists
• Supporttheserviceincollatingpatientfeedback,complaintsandcompliments
• Sending correspondence to patients under direction from clinical or leadership team
• Placing procurement requests required by the teams
• Takingminutesinclinicalandoperationalmeetings
• Handling of healthcare Subject Access Requests.
• Organising,bookingandplanningservicewideandlocalteammeetings
• Administration for Pharmacy Team
• Medication orders and stock management
• Filing prescriptions

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-TH212-HMPLG-B

Job locations

HMP Lowdham Grange

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham, Nottingham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a patient facing admin role
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Confident in Microsoft Office programmes, including Outlook, Word & Excel
• Experience of SystmOne clinical system

Desirable

• Experience with taking minutes
• Ability to work within a fast paced team/environment

Prison vetting

Essential

• The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards

Knowledge

Essential

• Previous experience / knowledge of using electronic patient record systems (SystmOne)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to utilise them to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary and team based working environment.
• Flexible approach to the changing daily needs of the service

Desirable

• Experience working with those experiencing complex needs
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of working within a prison or secure setting

Experience

Essential

• Ability to respond to potentially challenging situations
• Ability to deal sensitively with patients and colleagues and maintain confidentiality and exercise judgement when dealing with sensitive issues

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in a patient facing admin role Excellent written & verbal communication skills Confident in Microsoft Office programmes, including Outlook, Word & Excel Experience of SystmOne clinical system Desirable Experience with taking minutes Ability to work within a fast paced team/environment Prison vetting Essential The application includes evidence of the required years of UK residency to meet prison vetting standards Knowledge Essential Previous experience / knowledge of using electronic patient record systems (SystmOne) Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to utilise them to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary and team based working environment. Flexible approach to the changing daily needs of the service Desirable Experience working with those experiencing complex needs Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Experience of working within a prison or secure setting Experience Essential Ability to respond to potentially challenging situations Ability to deal sensitively with patients and colleagues and maintain confidentiality and exercise judgement when dealing with sensitive issues

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham, Nottingham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Lowdham Grange

HMP Lowdham Grange

Lowdham, Nottingham

NG14 7DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Full time Consultant Psychiatrist.

The post holder will provide psychiatrist outpatient care for adults aged 18-65 in the Wellingborough and East Northants CMHT

Main duties of the job

o Provide clinical leadership to the team and take clinical responsibility for the assessment and treatment of patients as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team.

o Clinics for assessing new referrals, medication reviews for patients in the team and reviews.

o Supervision of MDT colleagues around cases they are managing

o Oversee the medication and care of patients in the depot and clozapine clinics

o Undertake Mental Health Act assessments on patients from within the sector

o Be the Responsible Clinician for patients detained under a Community Treatment Order

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-MED495-B

Job locations

Isebrook Hospital

Wellingborough

NN8 1LP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details of this role please see attached Job description. Alternatively, please contact the service.

Job description Job responsibilities For more details of this role please see attached Job description. Alternatively, please contact the service.

Person Specification

Behaviours and values

Essential

• oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT
• oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oWillingness to participate in in-house training

Knowldege and Experience

Essential

• oFull GMC Registration
• oOn Specialist Register) for General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months.
• oApproval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act.
• Approved Clinician status (? or eligible within six months- to match the specialist register requirement above)

Desirable

• oAdditional Postgraduate Qualifications
• oPublication of original research
• oManagement training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop other medical colleagues and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• oPost holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.

Desirable

• oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

Person Specification Behaviours and values Essential oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post oAbility to work under pressure oWillingness to participate in in-house training Knowldege and Experience Essential oFull GMC Registration oOn Specialist Register) for General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. oApproval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act. Approved Clinician status (? or eligible within six months- to match the specialist register requirement above) Desirable oAdditional Postgraduate Qualifications oPublication of original research oManagement training Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals oAbility to motivate and develop other medical colleagues and other MDT members oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA oPost holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner. Desirable oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Isebrook Hospital

Wellingborough

NN8 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Isebrook Hospital

Wellingborough

NN8 1LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We have a new opportunity at Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

We are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to work in out Adult ADHD, Autism and Tourette's team.

Main duties of the job

The Adult ADHD, Autism and Tourette's Team (AAATT Team) offers highly specialised diagnostic assessments and interventions for adults with Asperger's Syndrome, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Tourette's Syndrome. This is a newly developed post to expand the multi-disciplinary representation within the team and support implementation of forthcoming national directives around service delivery.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

Details

Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

270-MED490-B

Job locations

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding this post please see the attached job description or contact the service.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information regarding this post please see the attached job description or contact the service.

Person Specification

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• oAbility to work independently as well as part of a MDT
• oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oWillingness to participate in in-house training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oFull GMC Registration
• oMBBS or equivalent

Desirable

• oAdditional higher medical/scientific qualification relevant to the specialty
• oGMC Specialist Registration or commitment to obtain via CESR application.
• oS12 registered
• oMRCPsych

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• oPost holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate

Desirable

• oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

Person Specification Behaviours and Values Essential oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement oAbility to work independently as well as part of a MDT oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post oAbility to work under pressure oWillingness to participate in in-house training Knowledge and Experience Essential oFull GMC Registration oMBBS or equivalent Desirable oAdditional higher medical/scientific qualification relevant to the specialty oGMC Specialist Registration or commitment to obtain via CESR application. oS12 registered oMRCPsych Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA oPost holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner. oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate Desirable oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist - Male Adult Inpatients , based at St Mary's Hospital in Kettering, Northamptonshire

Avocet ward is a 16 bedded male only inpatient ward and this post will require assessment and management of a wide range of psychiatric presentations.

RC/AC status and section 12 required for this role.

We are offering a £40,000 welcome bonus to the successful candidate, paid over the course of your first two years in post.

Main duties of the job

The ward takes direct new admissions of a range of presentations. You will be supported in this role by range of junior doctors ( FY2 and GPVTS) and it is expected you will have regular dialogue with the two consultant psychiatrists on other two adult inpatient wards onsite. The Welland centre is a modern stand alone 4 ward psychiatric inpatient unit and is staffed by a MDT including nursing staff, occupational therapists and psychologists. Cross cover will be provided by both inpatient and outpatient consultant colleagues on a rotational basis as is the system currently.

About us

Our core strategy is to be an employer of choice, a great place to work and be known for a diverse and inclusive culture whose staff feel valued. We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics and patients own homes.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-MED407-B

Job locations

St Mary's Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document, or contact the team via Medical Workforce.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document, or contact the team via Medical Workforce.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• MRCPsych
• Full GMC Registration
• On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months.
• Approval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act

Desirable

• Additional Postgraduate Qualifications
• Publication of original research
• Management training

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• Ability to work independently as well as part of A MDT
• Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to participate in in-house training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate

Desirable

• oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

Person Specification Experience and Knowledge Essential MRCPsych Full GMC Registration On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. Approval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act Desirable Additional Postgraduate Qualifications Publication of original research Management training Behaviours and Values Essential In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement Ability to work independently as well as part of A MDT Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post Ability to work under pressure Willingness to participate in in-house training Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner. oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate Desirable oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

Kettering

NN15 7PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, a CQC Outstanding rate organisation, is looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join our fantastic Urgent Care Assessment Team for the South of the county, based in Northampton

We are offering a £40,000 welcome bonus to the successful candidate, paid over the course of your first two years in post.

For further information on the benefits package and joining the Trust, please refer to the attached Candidate Pack.

Main duties of the job

• 24 hour - seven days a week service. UCAT will undertake mental health assessments following referrals from recognised sources (as per operational policy) and will respond to the needs of the home treatment caseload
• Act as gatekeeper to acute inpatient care
• Rapid response following referral to UCAT - intensive, flexible interventions provided to service user, family and carers
• Address the social issues surrounding crisis right from the beginning
• Assertive approach to engagement
• Provide practical problem solving help
• To administer and supervise medication
• Time limited intervention that has sufficient flexibility to respond to differing service users needs
• Learning from crisis
• Ensure that service users care is linked up to further continuing care

About us

Our core strategy is to be an employer of choice, a great place to work and be known for a diverse and inclusive culture whose staff feel valued. We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics and patients own homes.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-MED412-B

Job locations

Campbell House

Northampton

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The primary objectives of the UCAT are to:

Offer an assessment service for residents of Northamptonshire who, immediately prior to the Teams involvement, have been assessed as requiring admission to hospital;

Provide intensive community-based treatment to clients in the acute phase of mental illness, thus diminishing the need for hospital admission;

Facilitate early discharge from hospital where hospital admission has already been necessary;

Secure appropriate follow-up care for the client once the alleviation of the acute phase of mental illness has occurred;

Be fully integrated into the Northamptonshire mental health systems and the community as a whole.

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading or contact Medical Workforce. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities The primary objectives of the UCAT are to: Offer an assessment service for residents of Northamptonshire who, immediately prior to the Teams involvement, have been assessed as requiring admission to hospital; Provide intensive community-based treatment to clients in the acute phase of mental illness, thus diminishing the need for hospital admission; Facilitate early discharge from hospital where hospital admission has already been necessary; Secure appropriate follow-up care for the client once the alleviation of the acute phase of mental illness has occurred; Be fully integrated into the Northamptonshire mental health systems and the community as a whole. For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading or contact Medical Workforce. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oMRCPsych or equivalent
• oFull GMC Registration
• oOn Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months.
• oApproval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act and able to act as Responsible Clinician.
• oMinimum of six years postgraduate experience (including three years as SpR in approved training post) or equivalent
• oPart of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training.

Desirable

• oAdditional Postgraduate Qualifications / endorsement in Rehab Psychiatry
• oPublication of original research
• oManagement training

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT
• oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oWillingness to participate in in-house training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole.
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT.
• oAn understanding of the use of security in the treatment of psychiatric patients.
• oAn understanding of the dynamics of working with damaged and disturbed patients.
• oAwareness of the national agenda for secure psychiatric care and criminal justice.

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential oMRCPsych or equivalent oFull GMC Registration oOn Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. oApproval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act and able to act as Responsible Clinician. oMinimum of six years postgraduate experience (including three years as SpR in approved training post) or equivalent oPart of this period may be in a post of equivalent responsibility and training. Desirable oAdditional Postgraduate Qualifications / endorsement in Rehab Psychiatry oPublication of original research oManagement training Behaviours and Values Essential oIn good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice oDemonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT oAble to form a good working relationship with the peer group oWillingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post oAbility to work under pressure oWillingness to participate in in-house training Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills Evidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole. oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate oAbility to work independently as well as part of A MDT. oAn understanding of the use of security in the treatment of psychiatric patients. oAn understanding of the dynamics of working with damaged and disturbed patients. oAwareness of the national agenda for secure psychiatric care and criminal justice.

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Campbell House

Northampton

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Campbell House

Northampton

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

NHFT is seeking General Practitioners to provide high-quality, trauma-informed primary care services at HMP Peterborough.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team delivering integrated care across physical health, mental health and substance misuse to a population with complex and often unmet health needs.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver primary care including acute, chronic disease, mental health and substance misuse
• Undertake reception screening and urgent care
• Work collaboratively and lead clinically within multi-disciplinary teams
• Participate in clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
• Support teaching and supervision

About us

NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.

Job summary

• ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY?
• WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A CQC OUTSTANDING TRUST?
• ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HYBRID WORKING?
• WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A TRUST WHO CARES ABOUT THEIR STAFFS WELLBEING?
• ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A TRUST THAT CAN SUPPORT YOU IN TRAINING TO DEVELOP YOUR CAREER?

If the answer is yes, then this role could be for you!

Main duties of the job

The post holder will demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence and an ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will need to be a born leader and a people person who loves to collaborate and innovate. You need to be MRC psych or equivalent with full registration, licensed and specialist registered or within six months of obtaining your CCT on the date of the Advisory Appointment Committee. The ability to travel to all locations within the Trust is essential.

About us

In return we can offer:

• Opportunities to pursue areas of specialist interest e.g. ECT, gender dysmorphia, prison psychiatry, ketamine infusion etc.
• Flexible hours/ job share opportunities
• Access to a dedicated research and innovation team
• Mentorship and Undergraduate education opportunities

There are many opportunities to be involved in clinical research and you will have access to the Trust research fellows to help develop research ideas. The Trust already has a portfolio of research studies in Old Age Dementia and Physical Health.

The trust is leading nationally on physical treatments in mental health, nurse administered ECT, and ketamine infusion. We also have research collaboration with the Open University along with Nottingham, Oxford and Northampton University.

The Trust hosts Undergraduates from Leicester and Norwich Medical schools with numerous opportunities to teach this cohort.

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an Employer which is committed to developing you and that prides itself on being a diverse and equal opportunity employer. NHFT has recently being awarded "OUTSTANDING"

Northamptonshire is a county with varied countryside and numerous small villages as well as a range of good housing, excellent rail and road connections to London and elsewhere and good schools making it an attractive place for family living.

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist - Male Adult Inpatients , based at Berrywood Hospital in Northampton, Northamptonshire

Cove ward is a 17 bedded male only inpatient ward and this post will require assessment and management of a wide range of psychiatric presentations.

RC/AC status and section 12 required for this role.

Main duties of the job

The Consultant will play a pivotal role in ensuring proactive, recovery-focused, individualised treatment plans are in place and being followed for each patient. They will be supported with a team of professionals who have been recruited specifically for this unit. Our intention is to have a short length of stay to manage only the acute phase of illness and support care in the least restrictive manner.

About us

Our core strategy is to be an employer of choice, a great place to work and be known for a diverse and inclusive culture whose staff feel valued. We provide a range of NHS services including physical, mental health and specialty services provided in hospital settings and out in the community within schools, GP clinics and patients own homes.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

270-MED491-D

Job locations

Berrywood Hospital

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• MRCPsych
• Full GMC Registration
• On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months.
• Approval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act

Desirable

• Additional Postgraduate Qualifications
• Publication of original research
• Management training

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice
• Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• Ability to work independently as well as part of A MDT
• Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group
• Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to participate in in-house training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels.
• oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals
• oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members
• oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate
• oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner.
• oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate

Desirable

• oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service
• oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

Person Specification Experience and Knowledge Essential MRCPsych Full GMC Registration On Specialist Register/CCT in General Adult Psychiatry or eligible for inclusion within six months. Approval under Section12 of the Mental Health Act Desirable Additional Postgraduate Qualifications Publication of original research Management training Behaviours and Values Essential In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement Ability to work independently as well as part of A MDT Able to form a good working relationship with the peer group Willingness to undertake training and CPD in areas appropriate to this post Ability to work under pressure Willingness to participate in in-house training Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills oEvidence of the ability to communicate with patients, colleagues and staff at all levels. oAbility to present complex information to a variety of audiences including courts and tribunals oAbility to motivate and develop junior Medical Staff and other MDT members oTo balance individual requirements against those of the Directorate and Trust as a whole oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate oAble to meet duties under MHA and MCA Post holder will need to take initiative and work in a self-directed manner. oAn understanding of the political and financial framework within which the Services operate Desirable oWide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service oAble to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post oExperienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Berrywood Hospital

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Berrywood Hospital

Northampton

NN5 6UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Consultant Psychiatrist to cover psychiatric needs across HMP Lowdham Grange and HMP Ranby in Nottinghamshire. This is a full time job but we would welcome interest from those interested in working part time including those who are considering retirement from their current positions in order to take up a portfolio career to suite their post-retirement needs and interests.

If you are keen to provide mental healthcare to arguably one of the most disadvantaged and mentally disordered population in the country, then this job is for you. You will be working with a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals including counsellors and psychologists and those with expertise in neurodiversity. You would also have the advantage of working in a polyclinic model with on-site fellow healthcare professionals such as GPs, physiotherapy, dentistry, sexual health, opticians as well as Substance Misuse services.

If successful, your preferred base will be discussed with you, with the expectation to provide colleague cover in other sites in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire prisons.

You will have the option to work flexibly to undertake clinical administration, management duties and SPA from home.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality, trauma informed psychiatric care within integrated mental health teams in prisons. The post holder will deliver assessment, diagnosis and treatment of people with severe mental illness, personality disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions and complex comorbidity in custodial settings, ensuring equivalence of care with community services.

You will also have the opportunity to supervise senior trainees from the regional higher psychiatric training programme in Forensic Psychiatry covering Rampton Hospital, Arnold Lodge and Wathwood Medium secure units and Nottingham as well as Derby low secure and community forensic services.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

270-MED500

Job locations

Various

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about these roles please see the attached job description or alternatively contact the service

Job description Job responsibilities For more details about these roles please see the attached job description or alternatively contact the service

Person Specification

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• oWilling to ensure the development, maintenance, and dissemination of the highest professional standards of practice through active participation in internal and external CPD, training and development programmes.
• oWilling to comply with professional codes of practice and maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, and issues in relation to psychiatry and wider mental health through engagement in health and justice clinical networks and communities of practice
• oReliable and accessible to colleagues within Secured Services, the Medical Directorate, and across NHFT.
• oApproachable and able to demonstrate empathy, a willingness to listen to the views of colleagues, an open communication style, and receptivity to feedback.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• oRoyal College of Psychiatrists AAC and Section 12 approval
• oInclusion on (or eligibility for) GMC Specialist Register
• oApproved Clinical status
• oEvidence of CPD, Appraisal and re-validation compliance
• oBroad clinical experience and current clinical expertise
• oAbility to provide compassionate, trauma informed care in secure settings

Desirable

• Prison or forensic psychiatry experience
• Experience in neurodiversity / ADHD
• Teaching, leadership or service development experience

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oThe ability to provide trauma-informed clinical care, including when faced with challenging behaviour and the constraints of secured settings.
• oThe ability to prioritize effectively, to work in a flexible way, and to respond to change to support the needs of patients and continuity of psychiatry provision across NHFT Secured Services
• oExcellent interpersonal, communication, and compassionate leadership skills
• oA growth mindset and willingness to learn and teach in a constructive manner, taking on board the ideas of others and working within a leadership structure.
• oThe ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues including those working for subcontracted services and across other disciplines.
• oSound judgement and astuteness in understanding and working with complexity
• oThe ability to gather and assimilate data from across secured services to support effective clinical governance and quality improvement of psychiatry service provision
• oThe ability to communicate information in a range of formats including one-to-one meetings, formal and informal meetings, written reports and electronic communication including small databases.
• oAbility to work effectively across multiple sites.

Person Specification Behaviours and Values Essential oWilling to ensure the development, maintenance, and dissemination of the highest professional standards of practice through active participation in internal and external CPD, training and development programmes. oWilling to comply with professional codes of practice and maintain up to date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies, and issues in relation to psychiatry and wider mental health through engagement in health and justice clinical networks and communities of practice oReliable and accessible to colleagues within Secured Services, the Medical Directorate, and across NHFT. oApproachable and able to demonstrate empathy, a willingness to listen to the views of colleagues, an open communication style, and receptivity to feedback. Knowledge and Experience Essential oRoyal College of Psychiatrists AAC and Section 12 approval oInclusion on (or eligibility for) GMC Specialist Register oApproved Clinical status oEvidence of CPD, Appraisal and re-validation compliance oBroad clinical experience and current clinical expertise oAbility to provide compassionate, trauma informed care in secure settings Desirable Prison or forensic psychiatry experience Experience in neurodiversity / ADHD Teaching, leadership or service development experience Skills and Abilities Essential oThe ability to provide trauma-informed clinical care, including when faced with challenging behaviour and the constraints of secured settings. oThe ability to prioritize effectively, to work in a flexible way, and to respond to change to support the needs of patients and continuity of psychiatry provision across NHFT Secured Services oExcellent interpersonal, communication, and compassionate leadership skills oA growth mindset and willingness to learn and teach in a constructive manner, taking on board the ideas of others and working within a leadership structure. oThe ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues including those working for subcontracted services and across other disciplines. oSound judgement and astuteness in understanding and working with complexity oThe ability to gather and assimilate data from across secured services to support effective clinical governance and quality improvement of psychiatry service provision oThe ability to communicate information in a range of formats including one-to-one meetings, formal and informal meetings, written reports and electronic communication including small databases. oAbility to work effectively across multiple sites.

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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Various

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Various

Lincoln

LN2 4BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Northamptonshire Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service provides assessment and treatment to women experiencing or at an increased chance of experiencing a moderate to severe mental health condition during pregnancy and up to the child's 1st birthday. The service provides assessment and high quality evidence based interventions to an increasing number of women in Northamptonshire in line with the 5 Year Forward View and NHS Long Term Plan.

Main duties of the job

We have an opportunity for a Band 6 role as a Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Practitioner.

We are looking to recruit a Mental Health Nurse with significant experience who have a passion for delivering evidence based interventions. Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in Perinatal Mental Health and the development of the service, excellent communication skills, the ability to provide supervision to junior staff and mentorship to students.

The Specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service also offers pre-conception advice for woman with a known mental illness wishing to conceive and provide training and education to professionals alongside experts by experience.

Experience of working in the Perinatal Mental Health field is desirable as is knowledge of Perinatal Mental Health Conditions, prevalence rates, treatment interventions and Safeguarding Policies and Procedures. A keen interest and passion for working with women and their families is a must, as is the ability to work closely with a range of professionals from health visiting, Maternity, Children's Services and the Third Sector.

If you want to work as part of our expanding specialised multi-professional team, we want to hear from you.

About us

NHFT welcomes applications from people, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status or pregnancy or maternity status.

We would encourage applications from groups who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. In particular, applications from disabled people (with both visible and non-visible disabilities), people from black and minority ethnic communities and lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgendered (LGBT) people.

We aim to use monitoring information provided by our staff and by job applicants to ensure that we do not discriminate in employment and to use this information to plan any Positive Action to address inequality.

NHFT supports three staff equality networks to help us to develop our equality practice, as well as providing peer support for staff. These are:

• NHFT Staff Disability & Allies Network
• NHFT BME Staff Development Network
• NHFT LGBT & Allies Network

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

270-TH329-MH

Job locations

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register
• Qualification to degree level or equivalent
• Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with women with serious mental illness
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management
• Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans
• Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies
• Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems

Desirable

• Experience of working with women in the perinatal period
• Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services
• Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development
• Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training.
• Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training.
• Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training

Desirable

• Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths
• Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

Person Specification Qualification Essential RMN qualification and evidence of current registration on NMC register Qualification to degree level or equivalent Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people or willingness to undertake Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake Desirable Specialist training in perinatal and infant mental health Experience Essential Experience working with women with serious mental illness Experience of risk assessment and risk management Experience of undertaking detailed mental health assessments and developing care plans Experience of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working including with statutory agencies Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health problems Desirable Experience of working with women in the perinatal period Experience of liaison working with obstetrics and maternity services Experience of previous innovative practice, leading change or service development Experience of planning and delivery of training in response to identified needs Skills & Knowledge Essential Specialist knowledge of perinatal mental health conditions and interventions or willingness to undertake training. Specialist knowledge in attachment and infant mental health or willingness to undertake training. Ability to provide specialist assessments and interventions to women in the perinatal period/willing to undertake training Desirable Knowledge regarding risk within the perinatal period, red flags and MBRRACE-UK confidential enquiries in to maternal deaths Knowledge of National policy and service development issues relating to perinatal mental health

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.

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. 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

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Countywide

Northamptonshire

NN1 3EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)