Head of Mental Health

Overview:
Our client is looking to appoint a skilled and passionate mental health professional to lead and shape mental health services in a secure healthcare environment. As the Head of Mental Health, you will oversee the strategic and operational delivery of services, ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality care for patients. This is a critical leadership position for someone who thrives in dynamic settings and is committed to driving positive change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct leadership, management, and mentorship to junior staff.

• Develop and implement robust clinical care pathways that are evidence-based and patient-focused.

• Deliver a comprehensive suite of services that address patient needs with compassion and professionalism.

• Manage inpatient ward rotas efficiently, balancing staff resources and service demands.

• Lead clinical audits, service evaluations, and research to support continuous service improvement.

• Offer clear clinical guidance and leadership, ensuring the highest standards of practice across the team.

Requirements:

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN).

• Proven leadership experience in mental health service delivery.

• Experience in secure or prison healthcare settings is advantageous.

• Strong clinical assessment and examination skills.

• Demonstrated involvement in service evaluations and clinical audits.

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £49,140 per annum (dependent on experience).

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.

• Flexible working arrangements, with the option of working longer hours over 4 days or shorter hours over 5 days to support work-life balance.

• Company policy sick pay.

• Enhanced maternity package.

• Life assurance.

• Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform offering discounts and cashback across a wide range of retail, travel, and lifestyle services.

• Early access to earned wages, helping you manage unexpected expenses and avoid high-interest credit.

• Extensive wellbeing support, from healthy living resources and fitness challenges to trauma support, legal advice, and financial management assistance.

• A robust commitment to learning and development, including tailored eLearning, career pathways, and continuous professional development opportunities through our in-house learning platform.

• A workplace culture that champions openness and innovation, underpinned by dedicated funding for staff-led initiatives to improve patient care and drive service transformation.

Why Join:
You’ll join a team that values collaboration, growth, and excellence, and you’ll be empowered to shape the future of this mental health services. If you’re committed to improving outcomes for patients and leading positive change, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission to transform health and care.

We are currently seeking a Receptionist/Administrator with prior experience working in a GP Practice in London with a strong knowledge of the EMIS WEB clinical system.

📍 Location: Clapham Junction
🕒 Hours: 30 – 37.5 hours per week
📅 Start Date: Immediate
📆 Duration: 4–6 weeks

Requirements:

• Experience in a GP practice environment

• Proficient in using EMIS WEB

• Enhanced DBS (issued within the last 3 years)

• Recent references

• Valid passport or right to work documentation

If you meet the above criteria and are available to start immediately, please get in touch as soon as possible.

Consultant Psychiatrist – Secure Healthcare Setting

We are proud to represent our client – a leading UK provider of health and care services – in recruiting a Consultant Psychiatrist for their secure healthcare team. The organisation delivers integrated, person-centred care across community and custodial settings, with a strong focus on clinically-led, innovative mental health services that support recovery and rehabilitation in Essex.

The Package:

• Competitive salary of £120,000 – £130,000 depending on experience

• Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week | Flexible Working (4 or 5 Days)

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Company sick pay and enhanced maternity provisions

• Life assurance

• Access to retail discounts, cash-back rewards, and vouchers

• Instant access to earned pay to manage unexpected expenses

• A comprehensive wellbeing support programme, covering mental, physical, legal, and financial health

• Dedicated CPD pathways and career progression opportunities via structured learning and leadership support

• A collaborative culture that encourages innovation, with access to ring-fenced funding for service development

The Role:

As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will hold clinical responsibility for a patient cohort within the secure setting, many of whom present with complex psychiatric needs. Your role will involve direct clinical care, service leadership, and strategic contribution to service development.

Key responsibilities:

• Undertake psychiatric assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning

• Formulate complex cases incorporating both mental and physical health factors

• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in line with NICE guidelines

• Lead multidisciplinary case discussions and provide clinical supervision

• Collaborate closely with operational and clinical colleagues to optimise patient outcomes

• Engage in service development and clinical governance initiatives

• Promote a patient-centred, recovery-oriented approach to care

• Attend and contribute to MDT meetings, risk assessments, and case reviews

Requirements:

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and licence to practice

• Inclusion on the Specialist Register for General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry

• Approval under Section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983

• Broad experience in adult psychiatry, ideally including work with personality disorder and complex trauma

• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary and multi-agency working

• Up-to-date knowledge of UK mental health legislation, safeguarding, and policy

This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the mental health and rehabilitation of a vulnerable population, while furthering your own development in a rewarding and well-supported clinical setting.

If you are looking for a new challenge in secure care, we welcome your application on behalf of our client.

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist – Category B Prison

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £120,000 - £130,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible 4-day option)

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join our healthcare team in a Category B prison setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the mental health and rehabilitation of individuals in custody, many of whom have complex and severe conditions.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a psychiatrist looking to develop their career in forensic psychiatry within a dynamic and supportive environment. With an emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility, you can choose to work your 40 hours over 4 or 5 days.

Main Responsibilities

• Medical Assessment & Clinical Care: Conduct psychiatric assessments, formulate diagnoses, and deliver evidence-based treatment.
• Case Formulation: Manage complex cases involving both medical and psychiatric conditions.
• Leadership & Service Development: Lead senior mental health clinicians in service development and provide clinical supervision.
• Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) Collaboration: Work alongside other healthcare professionals to review referrals, create treatment plans, and conduct risk assessments.
• MDT Meetings: Participate in discussions on high-risk patients and contribute to clinical decision-making.
• Treatment Planning: Engage in multidisciplinary discussions to determine the most appropriate treatment settings for patients.
• Prescribing & Medication Management: Prescribe psychiatric medications and monitor treatments in accordance with NICE guidelines.
• Strategic Development: Collaborate with operational and clinical colleagues to improve mental health services.
• Promotion of Service Values: Uphold principles of evidence-based care, teamwork, and risk management.

Essential Requirements

• Registered professional with current GMC registration
• Specialist Registration in General Adult or Forensic Psychiatry
• Approved under section 12 (2) of the MHS 1983
• Understanding of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency complexities
• Up-to-date knowledge in adult psychiatry and personality disorders
• Awareness of current mental health policies, legislation, and service provision

Benefits & Package

• Competitive salary of £120,000 - £130,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company sick pay policy
• Enhanced maternity package
• Life assurance
• Access to discounts and cashback offers
• Flexible wage access to cover unexpected expenses
• Mental and physical well-being support including counselling, financial guidance, and legal advice
• Career development opportunities with access to learning resources and bespoke career pathways
• An open and innovative culture that encourages service improvement

Why Join Us?

This is a challenging yet rewarding role that offers exceptional career development in forensic psychiatry, alongside the opportunity to contribute to meaningful rehabilitation and patient care.

If you are a passionate and experienced psychiatrist looking for a role that offers variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be a part of a team that changes lives.

Calling Experienced GPs with Prison Experience and Substance Misuse 1 & 2! (NOMS CLEARANCE NOT ESSENTIAL)

I’m looking to connect with GPs who have a strong background in Substance Misuse training for an exciting 3 week opportunity with a HMP site in Arundel.

Assignment Details:

2 Sessions per week for the next 3 week. Start ASAP! (9:00AM – 5:00 PM)

Rate: £90-£100 per hour (Ltd)

Location: Arundel

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements:

• SystmOne experience
• GMC registration
• Performer's list
• Clear DBS
• Up-to-date mandatory training and immunisations
• Able to provide referee details for urgent references
• Substance Misuse 1 & 2

This urgent role offers flexibility and competitive pay. If you're interested or know someone who might be, please get in touch below!

📧 Email: nkosinathi.sam@thinkworkforce.co.uk