We are seeking a Consultant in Adult Community Mental Health Psychiatry to join our dynamic and forward-thinking Community Mental Health Team based at Hafan Hedd Community Mental Health Centre, Newcastle Emlyn.
This 10-session post offers the opportunity to play a key role in delivering and shaping Adult Community Mental Health services across South Ceredigion, with flexibility to develop additional sessions aligned with sub-specialty interests.
You will contribute to the ongoing transformation of mental health services across Hywel Dda, supporting the development of flexible, responsive and integrated models of care. The role involves regular travel across the CMHT catchment area, with occasional travel to other Health Board sites and partner organisations.
You will be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, with access to a specialist Medical Education and Library service and strong academic links with Swansea and Cardiff Universities, providing opportunities for teaching, training and research.
Key responsibilities include ( but are not limited to):
Deliver Consultant-level care in Adult Community Mental Health Psychiatry across South Ceredigion
Support and develop a comprehensive community-based mental health service centred at Hafan Hedd
Provide Responsible Clinician and Consultant input for inpatient care
Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, primary care and social services
Contribute to service development and ongoing transformation of mental health services
Provide clinical leadership, supervision and training to staff
Participate in teaching (undergraduate and postgraduate), audit, CPD and research activity
Travel regularly within the CMHT area and occasionally across the wider Health Board
If you are committed to delivering high‑quality mental health care and eager to shape the future of community psychiatry within South Ceredigion, we warmly encourage you to apply. Full details of the role and responsibilities are available in the Job Description and Person Specification.
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Why join Hywel Dda?
Living and working in Hywel Dda offers an exceptional quality of life. The area is renowned for its stunning coastline, unspoilt countryside and proximity to national parks, providing excellent opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.
With affordable housing, shorter commute times and welcoming communities, the region supports a positive work-life balance. Whether you prefer coastal living or a rural setting, Hywel Dda offers a lifestyle that combines professional fulfilment with personal wellbeing.
For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.
Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.
Hywel Dda University Health Board is committed to providing healthcare services that are patient-centric, ensuring that our community receives the best possible care. We value inclusivity and foster a workplace culture that embraces diversity and supports every individual’s contribution towards a welcoming healthcare environment.
We welcome applications from all sections of society and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Please see the below links for useful videos relating to this vacancy:
Hywel Dda 3 Counties - https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY
Lifestyle in Wales - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ
Medical Leadership in Hywel Dda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLioZyqIpwk&t=33s
MHLD Working in Psychiatry at Hywel Dda - https://youtu.be/xxXlqbYSW5Y
