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Job Summary Are you a Higher Trainee or a doctor completing the portfolio pathway and ready to take on your first Consultant role? Or an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist seeking a fresh challenge, career progression, and a competitive package? Job Details Job posted on 27 February 2026. Pay scheme: Other. Salary: £170,000 a year (depending on experience). Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Full time. Reference number: VPB403786A. Job location: Mansfield, NG21 0HR (Cygnet Hospital Sherwood). About Cygnet Hospital Sherwood Located in Nottinghamshire, the hospital offers a state‑of‑the‑art 16‑bed male acute service, a 12‑bed PICU ward and two 16‑bed acute wards. It operates a multi‑disciplinary team and holds an “Outstanding” CQC rating. Job ResponsibilitiesLead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Cygnet Hospital Sherwood. Act as a positive role‑model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi‑disciplinary team. Assess referrals and undertake mental state examinations of service users. Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis and treatment. Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews and clinical audits. Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management and embed clinical governance within the service. Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals and managers’ hearings and attend hearings. Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required. Maintain good patient records. Ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager. Communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors and any other concerned bodies, maintaining appropriate reports. Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Contribute to the telephone on‑call rota depending on the needs of the region.Why Cygnet?Salary up to £170,000 per year (depending on experience). Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service. 5 days study leave, study budget and in‑house CPD/peer group programme. Company‑paid life assurance scheme covering 3× salary. Contributory pension scheme. Research opportunities including publishing in The Cygnet Journal and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group. Teaching opportunities including medical students, Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme. Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & audit initiatives. Company‑funded cash plan allowing benefit claims up to £1,000 per annum, including free physiotherapy, osteopathy, optical, dental, consultations, scans and prescriptions. Gym discounts across the UK and free online fitness classes with ClassPass, nutritional programmes and fitness consultations. Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS discount and Blue Lights card. Free meals, on‑site parking and EAP support. Smart Health Toolkit, including 24‑hour GP service with prescription delivery to local pharmacy. Electric car scheme.Qualifications and ExperienceFully GMC registered and MBBS (or equivalent) qualified. Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC status. Experienced and knowledgeable in a relevant speciality. Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity. A first‑rate communicator who can interview, assess and treat patients and write clear, comprehensive medical notes. Committed to continued professional development. Able to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent.Requirements Successfully clear an enhanced DBS and reference check. Offer of employment is subject to successful clearance. Application Apply now by sending your CV to . We look forward to hearing from you. Employer Details Employer name: Cygnet Health Care.Address: Mansfield, NG21 0HR.Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr