Inpatient General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist - North Devon inBarnstaple inBarnstaple PUBLISHED 28 OCT 2024

£105,504 to £139,882 a year  PERMANENT 


Join Our Dynamic Team at Moorland View Ward!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our well-established multidisciplinary team (MDT) at Moorland View Ward, a 16-bed mixed-gender acute psychiatric ward at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple. Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Devon, you'll enjoy close access to beautiful beaches, the moors, and convenient connections to Exeter and Bristol via improved road and rail links.


Our Team:

Multi-professional Approved Clinician (Nurse Consultant)

B7 Clinical Team Lead2

B6 Charge Nurses

B5 Registered Mental Nurses (RMN)

Occupational Therapy Team

Clinical Psychologist

Activities Coordinator

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Psychiatrist who is eager to take a leading clinical role in our inpatient mental health services. You'll be part of a developing cross-agency, cross-team response to the evolving mental health needs of our community.

We are looking for between 5-10 PA's and are open to discussion regarding opportunities to build individual portfolios according to interest and expertise.

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to embrace a rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Moorland View Ward is a vital part of the Urgent and Inpatient Care system in North Devon. We collaborate closely with the Home Treatment Team, alternative-to-admission beds, and an intensive inpatient rehabilitation ward to provide a flexible, local response for North Devon's most mentally unwell residents.

We pride ourselves on our strong working relationships with supportive colleagues in Psychiatric Liaison, the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service, and adjacent wards for older persons and rehabilitation. The Senior Clinicians join a local supportive peer group, can attend a weekly academic programme and have opportunities to extend their teaching and supervision experience.


Our Facilities:


16-Bed Mixed Gender Ward
: All bedrooms are en-suite, ensuring privacy and comfort.


Beautiful Garden
: The ward encircles a serene garden, offering a peaceful environment for recovery.


Comprehensive Amenities
: Includes office space, MDT office space, music room, dining room, gym, Occupational Therapy Kitchen, patient kitchen, and will soon include a occupational therapy garden / growing space.


Adjacent Facilities
: Seclusion area, long-term segregation area (with en-suite bedroom, lounge, and enclosed garden), additional garden space, arts room.

Join us at Moorland View Ward, where we are dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care in a supportive and enriching environment.

About us

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.


Join Our Dynamic Team at Moorland View Ward!

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our well-established multidisciplinary team (MDT) at Moorland View Ward, a 16-bed mixed-gender acute psychiatric ward at North Devon District Hospital in Barnstaple. Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Devon, you'll enjoy close access to beautiful beaches, the moors, and convenient connections to Exeter and Bristol via improved road and rail links.


Our Team:

Multi-professional Approved Clinician (Nurse Consultant)

B7 Clinical Team Lead2

B6 Charge Nurses

B5 Registered Mental Nurses (RMN)

Occupational Therapy Team

Clinical Psychologist

Activities Coordinator

We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Psychiatrist who is eager to take a leading clinical role in our inpatient mental health services. You'll be part of a developing cross-agency, cross-team response to the evolving mental health needs of our community.

We are looking for between 5-10 PA's and are open to discussion regarding opportunities to build individual portfolios according to interest and expertise.

If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to embrace a rewarding challenge, we would love to hear from you!

Moorland View Ward is a vital part of the Urgent and Inpatient Care system in North Devon. We collaborate closely with the Home Treatment Team, alternative-to-admission beds, and an intensive inpatient rehabilitation ward to provide a flexible, local response for North Devon's most mentally unwell residents.

We pride ourselves on our strong working relationships with supportive colleagues in Psychiatric Liaison, the Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) service, and adjacent wards for older persons and rehabilitation. The Senior Clinicians join a local supportive peer group, can attend a weekly academic programme and have opportunities to extend their teaching and supervision experience.


Our Facilities:


16-Bed Mixed Gender Ward
: All bedrooms are en-suite, ensuring privacy and comfort.


Beautiful Garden
: The ward encircles a serene garden, offering a peaceful environment for recovery.


Comprehensive Amenities
: Includes office space, MDT office space, music room, dining room, gym, Occupational Therapy Kitchen, patient kitchen, and will soon include a occupational therapy garden / growing space.


Adjacent Facilities
: Seclusion area, long-term segregation area (with en-suite bedroom, lounge, and enclosed garden), additional garden space, arts room.

Join us at Moorland View Ward, where we are dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care in a supportive and enriching environment.

About us

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.



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