Consultant Psychiatrist, Perinatal Service

General Description

Consultant Psychiatrist, Perinatal Service

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.

The closing date is 15 February 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a substantive, 0.8PA consultant psychiatrist post in the Lewisham Perinatal Community Mental Health Service.

The successful candidate will work with other members of the specialist Lewisham perinatal service team to deliver high quality, safe, evidence‑based care and to support service innovations, quality improvements and clinical research in perinatal psychiatry within SLaM, sharing strong clinical leadership within the team.

Main duties of the job

The consultant will provide clinical leadership and consultant input into the Lewisham Perinatal Team, assess patients, devise treatment plans, deliver evidence‑based care, support service innovations, participate in clinical governance, and supervise junior staff. The post holder will also contribute to strategic aims of Perinatal Community Services.

About the Trust

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provides high‑quality mental health services, engages in innovative research, and collaborates with King’s Health Partners to deliver exceptional patient care. The Trust values clinical excellence, continuous professional development, and a strong community focus.

Job responsibilities

The consultant psychiatrist will provide clinical leadership, deliver high‑quality evidence‑based care, support service innovations, and engage in clinical research within the Lewisham Perinatal Community Mental Health Service.

Person Specification

• Medical degree (MBBS/MBChB, equivalent)
• Fellowship or specialist training in psychiatry, with specific experience in perinatal or maternity psychiatry preferred.
• Evidence of clinical excellence, research participation, and teaching experience. xwzovoh

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Job details

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time (0.8PA)

Reference number: 334-PMOA-7687232-JA

Location: Lewisham Perinatal Mental Health Community Service

Address: Lewisham Perinatal Mental Health Community Service