Ref - LMELYWALES
Posted February 11, 2026
Job Description
Currently we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced forensic psychiatrist to lead secure mental health services, providing strategic clinical leadership and recovery-focused care for individuals within the criminal justice system.
Salary: Up to £170,000
Position: Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist
Hours: Full Time
Setting: Medium and Low Secure Forensic Services
Location: South Wales, NP13
Your key responsibilities will be;
- Act as Responsible Clinician under the Mental Health Act
- Lead psychiatric assessments, formulations and treatment planning
- Provide specialist reports for tribunals, courts and Ministry of Justice
- Offer expert advice to probation, prisons and MAPPA
- Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated forensic care
- Contribute to clinical governance, audit and quality improvement
- Support service development and supervise junior medical staff
For this role, we’re looking for someone who has;
- MBBS or equivalent with full GMC registration
- CCT or CESR in Psychiatry and MRCPsych
- Approved Clinician status under Section 12 MHA
- Minimum five years’ postgraduate psychiatric experience, with 2 in forensic/secure
- Significant experience within forensic mental health settings
What benefits are on offer;
- Competitive annual salary
- £5,000 car allowance
- Comprehensive wellbeing support
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing professional development
- Supportive senior leadership team
What can Athona offer you?
- Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service
- Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector
- Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding
- Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK
- A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations
- Support beyond placement, making sure you’re happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.
Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.
If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on 01277 245909 or drop an email to lewis.miller@athona.com