Description

Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Date posted: 2026-06-30

Reports to: Clinical Lead - Psychological Health

Status: Live

Employment type: Sessional

Department: Psychiatry

Location: Kidswell Health Golders Green; Remote

Hourly rate equivalent: £130

Hours: Weekday/evening/weekend sessions available

Flexible sessional role for a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Kidswell Health is looking for a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, prescribing and medication management for children and young people.

This is a flexible sessional role that can fit around existing NHS, academic or private practice commitments.

Location: Hybrid / flexible. Clinics can be delivered from Kidswell Health Golders Green, with remote sessions available where clinically appropriate.

Pay: £130 per hour equivalent, subject to experience. Paid on a ‘per appointment’ basis. Typical session length is 5 hours per week but can vary depending on availability.

About Kidswell Health

Kidswell Health is an independent children’s health service that gives parents fast, convenient access to high-quality child health expertise, both in person and online. We deliver evidence-based care and support across mental health, neurodiversity and therapies, tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Join a growing, multi-disciplinary team of 17+ clinicians across psychiatry, clinical psychology, psychotherapy, paediatrics and developmental therapies (OT, Physio, Speech).

The role

You’ll assess, diagnose and treat children and young people across a range of psychiatric and neurodevelopmental presentations. A key part of the role is prescribing, monitoring and managing psychotropic medication in line with best practice.

You’ll work alongside our psychologists and neurodevelopmental assessors, contribute to weekly MDT discussions, and help shape how the service develops.

What you’ll do

• Conduct psychiatric assessments covering developmental, emotional and behavioural presentations.
• Diagnose and treat anxiety, depression and related mental health concerns.
• Support the assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental concerns, including ADHD, where appropriate.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe, monitor and manage medication in line with best practice.
• Carry out risk assessments.
• Provide psychoeducation to children, young people and families.
• Liaise with GPs, therapists and educational professionals for coordinated care.
• Keep accurate, confidential records in line with regulatory standards.
• Contribute to weekly MDT and to how we develop the service.

Essential

• Medical degree, full GMC registration and CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, or equivalent.
• Clinical experience with children and adolescents in a mental health setting.
• Strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills.
• Able to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Clear, sensitive communication with children, young people and families.

Desirable

• Experience in private or independent healthcare.
• Additional training in evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, DBT or family therapy.
• Experience working alongside schools and community services.
• Familiarity with CQC requirements.

What we offer

• Flexible clinics and hours to fit around your existing NHS or private practice.
• Clear fee structure based on time and experience.
• Indemnity insurance covered via our MPS Group Scheme.
• Dedicated admin and operational support.
• All licence and technology costs covered, including electronic patient record system and AI transcription tools.
• Regular MDTs, supervision and clinical support.
• A modern clinic designed specifically for children, with parking and strong transport links.
• Training, research and leadership opportunities.

Safeguarding & DBS

We work with children, so every appointment is conditional on safeguarding clearance. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required before starting.

How to apply

Apply using our short application form: Apply to Kidswell Health.

You’ll be asked for your contact details, CV, an optional cover note and how you heard about us.

If you’d like more information about this role, please email careers@kidswellhealth.com.