Specialty Doctor in Memory Assessment and Support Service

Company: Cheswold Park Hospital
Apply for the Specialty Doctor in Memory Assessment and Support Service
Location: Wombwell
Job Description:

Overview

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for a Specialty Doctor to join the Memory Assessment and Support Service based at Summerlane Centre, Summerlane, Wombwell, Barnsley. This is a permanent, full-time role (10 Programmed Activities per week plus on-call); part-time may be considered.

The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time and values diversity, compassion, respect, and transparency. We encourage applications from all protected characteristic groups.

Location and Details

Summerlane Centre, Summerlane, Wombwell, Barnsley, S73 8QH, United Kingdom

Job type: Permanent, full-time (part-time may be considered). Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working. Salary: £73,383 to £102,689 per year. Reference: C9378-B2324.

Responsibilities

For full advert, job description and person specification, please see attached supporting documents. Main duties are described in the attached materials and the Memory Assessment and Support Service requires a patient-centered approach that supports carers and families.

Qualifications

  • Essential: MB BS or equivalent medical qualification; Fully registered with the GMC with a licence to practise at the time of appointment (or have commenced application process); Spent a minimum of four years (full-time or equivalent) in postgraduate medical experience in the UK or equivalent, of which at least 2 years in psychiatry; At least 6 months experience in older adult psychiatry.
  • Desirable: Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management; MRCPsych; Additional clinical qualifications (Diploma in Geriatric Medicine, etc.).

Personal Attributes and Experience

  • Essential: Demonstrates emotional intelligence and leadership skills; Able to work flexibly, prioritise conflicting demands, manage time and resources within a team; Able to use electronic records; Commitment to annual appraisal and revalidation; Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post; Satisfactory sickness record (subject to fairness and equality); Smart professional appearance.
  • Desirable: Proactive leadership; Problem-solving skills; Experience caring for a close relative with mental health needs.

Transport

  • Essential: Holds and will use a valid UK driving licence or provide evidence of an alternative arrangement.

Disclosures and Sponsorship

  • Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be carried out; post is subject to Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).
  • Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; guidance available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.
  • UK Registration: Current UK professional registration required.

Employer

Employer: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust. Address: Summerlane Centre, Summerlane, Wombwell, Barnsley, S Yorkshire, S73 8QH, United Kingdom. Website: https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk

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Posted: June 3rd, 2026