Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Adults


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£146,719
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WF12 7LB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 May 2026
Closing date:	31 Aug 2026

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Summary

Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides 32 beds, divided into two 16-bed wards for males who have mental health disorders. Hartley Ward is a level 2 Rehabilitation and Recovery Ward (Higher Support Needs). Jubilee Ward is an Older Adult service. Each service has a dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist who performs the duties of Responsible Clinician. The available post is for Jubilee Ward (10 bedded Specialist Dementia Service, and 6 bedded Functional Disorders). An excellent opportunity for somebody looking to join an established team caring for individuals with Dementia. Jubilee Ward is a 16 bedded male unit which provides a therapeutic environment for men with dementia (10 beds) and Functional Disorders (6 beds). Most patients are under MHA. The Consultant will work closely with other experienced members of the MDT. The post would be suitable for an Older Adult Consultant Psychiatrist or a General Adult Psychiatrist, with experience of older adults. Physical health input is provided by the on-site Specialist Physical Health Nurse and visiting GP.

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