Job summary
Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT) is rated as an outstandingly well-led Trust by the CQC and is committed to innovation and transformation. To bolster our efforts and continue to provide high quality, patient focussed services, we are seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the CAMHS Crisis and Enhanced Home Treatment Team (CCETT), as part of our Specialist Services division. We are looking for a doctor who is passionate and committed to the development of child and adolescent psychiatry.
The role is full-time at 10PAs per week, with an additional three PAs (pro rata) for 3 years as part of recruitment and retention.
We are interested in hearing from anyone who is interested in a flexible working pattern, which could include job share if agreed with the Clinical Director.
Main duties of the job
To provide comprehensive psychiatric services for children and young people with complex needs.
To hold medical responsibility for the above population.
To provide consultant psychiatric input into the various CCETT pathways.
Post holders will be an Approved Clinician under the Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) and be willing to undertake training and assessments when appropriate. The post holder will also be required to maintain Section 12(2) approval under the Mental Health Act.
To be part of the consultant CAMHS on-call rota out of hours and to contribute to the cross cover arrangements as agreed with the CAMHS consultant psychiatrists. Whilst on-call, the post holder will be expected to offer expertise and support where necessary to trainees on-call.
To work independently and autonomously as a specialist offering leadership in CAMHS based services. Supervision and mentoring opportunities are provided within this post if needed
To work clinically with children, young people, their families/carers and other allied professionals.
To provide a lead role in the assessment of children and young people referred to the service.
To be involved in the assessment and management of urgent and routine referrals.
To participate in devising plans of action using a variety of therapeutic approaches.
To support the implementation of plans of action in partnership with parents/carers.
About us
Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the principal provider of NHS mental health services, as well as providing some learning disability, autism, and dementia services across the county. Established in 2002 and one of the first NHS foundation trusts in the country, we now provide more than 50 services across community, inpatient and specialist settings. We employ around 2,900 staff who deliver care in hospitals, clinics, schools, people's homes and communities throughout the county.
As an employee of Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, you can expect to receive an excellent benefits package, giving you access to a range of wellbeing opportunities and discounts on products and services. You could save money on childcare, cycle schemes, electronics, gym membership and much more. If required, the Trust also offers access to staff wellbeing services and fast-track physiotherapy support.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year
Salary is dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time,
Job share,
Flexible working,
Home or remote working,
Compressed hours
Reference number
274-20029-CON-CCETT
Job locations
Horizon Centre
Monson Street
Lincoln
LN5 7RZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information for this role, please see the attached job description and person specification for this role.
What we offer
A generous relocation package in line with our Relocation procedure
10 PA WTE Job Share, flexi-working and remote working will be considered
£2,000 PA study budget with 30 days study leave over 3 years
Generous recruitment and retention extra three PA payment, pro rata for part-time (to be reviewed after 3 years)
The opportunity to develop the role based on your interests and background.
Vibrant research culture with a wealth of opportunities
90% of our schools are rated good or outstanding by Ofsted Lincolnshire has an attractive Grammar school system
Lease car scheme/cycle to work scheme
Attendance at a bi-annual Medical Development day
Free on-site car parking and electric car charging points
Job responsibilities
For more information for this role, please see the attached job description and person specification for this role.
What we offer
A generous relocation package in line with our Relocation procedure
10 PA WTE Job Share, flexi-working and remote working will be considered
£2,000 PA study budget with 30 days study leave over 3 years
Generous recruitment and retention extra three PA payment, pro rata for part-time (to be reviewed after 3 years)
The opportunity to develop the role based on your interests and background.
Vibrant research culture with a wealth of opportunities
90% of our schools are rated good or outstanding by Ofsted Lincolnshire has an attractive Grammar school system
Lease car scheme/cycle to work scheme
Attendance at a bi-annual Medical Development day
Free on-site car parking and electric car charging points
