Consultant Psychiatrist – Intellectual Disability in Darwen

A substantive Consultant Psychiatrist is sought to join the community intellectual disability teams in Darwen, working across Pennine Lancashire. The role involves assessing and treating individuals with learning disabilities and mental health difficulties, including autism and challenging behaviour, in clinical and home settings. The postholder will provide advice, supervision, and support to multidisciplinary teams and non-medical prescribing colleagues. Applicants must hold GMC registration, be on or eligible for the Specialist Register, and be approved under Section 12 with Approved Clinician Status. There is no on-call commitment, and the position offers full-time employment within the NHS service. The role requires adherence to NHS policies and professional standards, with detailed responsibilities outlined in the official job description.