Consultant Psychiatrist in Adult ADHD

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Job Description:

About the role

Shape specialist ADHD care and change outcomes for adults. The Consultant Psychiatrist will provide expert clinical care to adults presenting with ADHD, including assessment, diagnosis, ongoing treatment, and management of co‑existing mental health conditions. The role involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a high‑quality, patient‑centred service and contributes to clinical leadership, service development, teaching, supervision, and quality improvement activity.

Location, Hours and Salary

Based at Amesbury Health Centre in Salisbury, Wiltshire. 40‑hour per week contract. Salary ranges from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum in line with the NHS Consultant pay framework, with progression through incremental pay points.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and ongoing management of adults with ADHD and co‑existing mental health conditions.
  • Develop and deliver personalised treatment plans, including medication and psychosocial interventions, in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Prescribe, titrate, and monitor ADHD medication in line with NICE guidance, ensuring safe and effective treatment.
  • Offer timely clinical advice and support to GPs, community teams, and other professionals regarding diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Support safe discharge planning and effective transitions of care between services.

Leadership and Supervision

  • Act as clinical lead for the Adult ADHD service, contributing to strategic direction and service development.
  • Provide supervision and support to junior medical staff, including GPwERs and pharmacists.
  • Offer clinical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to nursing and allied health professionals.

Teaching, Training and Development

  • Deliver teaching and training to junior doctors, trainees, students, and MDT colleagues.
  • Support postgraduate education, supervision, and continuing professional development (CPD).
  • Participate in research and service development initiatives related to ADHD and neurodevelopmental disorders.

Governance, Quality and Administration

  • Contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement (QI), and service evaluation activities.
  • Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation, reports, and correspondence.
  • Participate in job planning, appraisal, revalidation, and clinical management meetings in line with Trust and GMC requirements.

Benefits

  • Salary in line with NHS Consultant pay framework (£109,725–£145,478 per annum).
  • NHS Pension scheme.
  • Access to My Reward Hub for discounts and cashback offers.
  • Financial services including early wage access.
  • Support for mental and physical wellbeing including coaching and counselling.
  • Access to eLearning and bespoke career pathways for ongoing professional development.
  • Work‑life balance with flexible working arrangements.
  • Free tea, coffee, and milk at the base location.

Essential Qualifications

  • Full GMC registration and eligibility for inclusion on the Specialist Register in General Adult Psychiatry.
  • CCT in General Adult Psychiatry (or within six months of completion).
  • Experience in assessment and management of adult ADHD and other neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and provide clinical leadership.
  • Excellent communication skills and commitment to patient‑centred care.
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD and reflective practice.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience in supervision, teaching, or training.
  • Involvement in audit, research, or service development.
  • Additional training or qualifications in education, leadership, or service improvement.

About the Company

HCRG Care Group is one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services. We transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes, supporting communities across England and helping more than half a million people each year. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people.

EEO Statement

We are an Equality‑Compliant, Disability‑Confident, and Committed company and provide facilities, work‑environment adjustments and technical solutions to be inclusive for everyone.

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Posted: May 17th, 2026