Forensic mental health specialist Work, Jobs in London, Eng (with Salaries)

The Havens Out of Hours Forensic Physician (Sexual Offences Examiner)
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust —London
- Weekend availability
- No experience needed
- Paediatrics
Rotational Mental Health Pharmacist (Band 6 to 7 Progression)
North London NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £47,951 - £65,261 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Hospital
- Patient care
- Annual leave
10d
Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner
Evolve Psychology Services —London
- £30,000 - £56,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Experience working with children
- Travel
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Specialist Psychologist, Psychological Therapist or Psychotherapist
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —Dartford
- £55,524 - £62,652 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- No experience needed
- Research
5d
Consultant Psychologist or Psychological Therapist
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £85,641 - £97,746 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Supervising experience
- Data entry
Flow and Discharge Co-ordinator/ Housing Specialist
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —Dartford
- £39,959 - £45,953 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Travel
- Care plans
7d
Highly Specialist Clinical Health Psychologist
West London NHS Trust —London
- £63,665 - £70,887 a year
- Full-time
- Management
3d
Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist
West London NHS Trust —London
- £63,665 - £70,887 a year
- Part-time
- Patient care
- Discharge planning
- Organisational skills
2d
Community Specialist Nurse
West London NHS Trust —London
- £45,953 - £54,254 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Travel
- Patient care
10d
Specialist Community Practice Teacher
West London NHS Trust —Southall
- £55,524 - £62,652 a year
- Full-time
- Recruiting
- Training & development
- Teaching
4d
Practitioner Psychologist
Outcomes First Group —Bromley
- £50,000 - £60,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Doctoral degree
- Computer literacy
- Supervising experience
Highly Specialist Family & Systemic Psychotherapist
West London NHS Trust —London
- £63,665 - £70,887 a year
- Full-time
11d
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
West London NHS Trust —Southall
- Full-time
- Management
- Leadership
- Communication skills
3d
Looked After Children's Nurse
West London NHS Trust —Hounslow
- £31.24 - £35.07 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Leadership
- School
11d
Principal Psychologist
PPG Health In Justice —London
- Up to £82,000 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Management
- Research
- Patient care
- Employee discount
Head of AI Safety
Moonshot —London
- £67,000 - £80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Business development
- Team management
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
3d
Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
North London NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £66,274 - £73,496 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- Patient care
- Leadership
- Annual leave
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner (Care Homes)
Elysium Healthcare —Borehamwood
- £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Databases
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Joint Emergency Team (JET) and Greenwich Virtual Ward - Consultant
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £113,565 - £150,569 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Management
- Continuous improvement
- Mentoring
5d
Deputy Service Manager
Together for Mental Wellbeing —Sutton
- £29,567.22 a year
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
Quick apply

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The Havens Out of Hours Forensic Physician (Sexual Offences Examiner)

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust -
London

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

No experience needed
Court statement preparation
Paediatrics
Witness statement preparation

Full job description

Applicants are invited for the role of Forensic Physician (Sexual Offence Examiner) at the Havens Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service in London.

This is a speciality Grade Dr post, and we are recruiting for Specialty Grade Drs to support the Havens out of hours rota.

The post-holder will be based primarily at one of the current three Havens site, Camberwell, Whitechapel or St Charles Hospital near Ladbroke Grove. The post-holder will be expected to undertake work however on any of the Havens sites, as required by the service. In early 2027 the Havens is moving to a new single site.

This post is not accredited for training but offers a unique opportunity to learn about all aspects of care for those who have been sexually assaulted and to deepen a clinician’s awareness and understanding of safeguarding. No prior experience in forensic medicine is required as full training for the role of Forensic Physician (Sexual Offence Examiner) will be offered.

The post holder will participate in the out of hours on-call rota to support the delivery of 24/7 cover. The post holder will be required to contribute 3-4 shifts per month to include mid-week, weekends and public holidays – and one overnight shift per month.

OOH shifts are typically 6-12 hours, but the service model and shift patterns may change as part of the transition to the single Havens site.

Please see attached job description and person specification for detailed responsibilities.

The major responsibility of the post-holder will be to take referrals, provide advice and carry out forensic medical examinations for victims of sexual assault. These are detailed examinations, which must meet strict standards in terms of recording information, sample collection and handling, and avoiding DNA contamination. The examination of victims of sexual assault and rape includes the assessment of risk of pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Blood-borne Viruses and administering emergency contraception, HIV prophylaxis (PEPSE), Hepatitis B vaccination as required, in addition to mental health assessments and safeguarding. Examiners will also make onward referrals to support agencies.

Subsequently a witness statement may be requested by the police and the post-holder may be required to attend court to give evidence.

The successful post holder(s) will be line managed by senior clinicians and will be given comprehensive training and ongoing support in the role.

Post holders will be required to provide a DNA elimination sample, prior to commencing work within the service.

Post holders will work collaboratively with Forensic Nurses, Crisis Worker’s, Paediatricians, Specially Trained Police Officers (SOITs) and other professionals to support clients.

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus.

Our values at King’s, are that we’re a kind, respectful team;

Kind. We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work

Respectful. We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed

Team. We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional

The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (EDI) at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King’s to another level

Contribute to the out-of-hours rota of the Haven, providing forensic medical examinations for complainants of sexual assault.

Provide an immediate response to police or self-referrals requiring a forensic medical examination. The examinations will usually be undertaken at the Havens, but may, in certain circumstances, be conducted elsewhere such as in hospital or a care home for example

Following appropriate training, undertake joint paediatric examination of children where acute sexual assault is suspected. The forensic medical examination will be under the supervision of a Consultant Paediatrician.

Ensure forensic activities are conducted to the standards required by Forensic Science Regulator Code of Practice.

Provide appropriate medical aftercare, emergency contraception, post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV and Hepatitis B, and advice to complainants.

To undertake forensic examinations on an on-call basis as part of the out-of-hours rota and to attend for the appointment start within 90 minutes of the call-out.

To identify safeguarding needs and complete referrals to social care at the time of forensic medical examination

To make referrals to other support agencies (e.g. GP, mental health team, MARAC) as required.

To adhere to Havens clinical and administrative aftercare protocols and guidelines

Accurately record details of examinations and provide written reports/advice to police and Havens staff.

Provide reports/witness statements within 15 working days from the request date for police and Court use.

To attend Court and give objective unbiased evidence.

Prepare medical reports for the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, or others, as and when required

Adhere to all Havens procedures and protocols and contribute to updating them as and when necessary, through a consultative process.

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forensic mental health specialist jobs in london, eng

The Havens Out of Hours Forensic Physician (Sexual Offences Examiner)

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Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner

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Highly Specialist Family & Systemic Psychotherapist

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Principal Psychologist

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