Consultant in Old Age Psychiatry (LW)

Overview

We are recruiting for three permanent posts within the Old Age Psychiatry Inpatient Mental Health Team at NHS Fife. Two posts are based in West Fife at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline, and one post is in East Fife at Stratheden Hospital, Springfield.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver full‑time clinical care (10 sessions per week) to older adults in the inpatient setting.
• Work collaboratively with the OA community mental health team and other professional and agency partners.
• Participate in continuous professional development and peer supervision; attend consultant peer group meetings and in‑house educational events.
• Lead and manage change initiatives, with particular focus on developing the non‑medical workforce.
• Support multidisciplinary team colleagues in their professional development and promote teamwork.

Qualifications and Experience

• Full GMC registration and licence to practise.
• Eligible for inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register; evidence of higher specialist training leading to CCT or within 6 months of confirmed entry.
• Portfolio Pathway (previously CESR) route doctors must have received the award before applying for a substantive consultant post.
• Non‑UK applicants must demonstrate equivalent training and the knowledge, skills, and experience required to practise as an eligible specialist in the UK.

Attributes

We seek a committed, enthusiastic, and dynamic clinical leader who is capable of working flexibly and able to adapt to evolving service needs.

Interview Details

Interviews will be held on 08/07/2026.

Contact Information

For further information please contact Dr Katherine Paramore, Clinical Lead for Old Age Psychiatry: 01592 643355 ext 22034, katherine.paramore@nhs.scot.

Jacqueline McInnes, Interim Clinical Service Manager Older Adult Mental Health: 01383 623623, jacqueline.mcinnes@nhs.scot.

Equal Opportunities

We offer flexible working, family‑friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, those with long‑term conditions, and neurodivergent individuals through reasonable adjustments. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity, eliminating unlawful discrimination, and ensuring a truly representative workforce.