Consultant Ecopsychiatrist – CAMHS – Nature-Based Therapy & Research
LocationAbingdon-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom
Posted At3/16/2026
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Description
We are recruiting for a part-time Consultant Ecopsychiatrist to join the Marlborough House inpatient CAMHS unit for a one year fixed term contract working one day per week. This is a pivotal new role funded by the Provider Collaborative to support the implementation of nature‑based therapy and lead associated research within the service. Oxford Health is a lead provider of this local network and is pioneering the embedding of nature-based therapy into our patient care.
Working closely with the Marlborough House team, which has an established Families in Nature programme, the role will focus on embedding nature‑based approaches to enhance patient care, staff wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. You will lead a weekly Nature Connectedness Pathway group for young people, collect and analyse routine outcome data, and oversee a quality improvement project in collaboration with the CAMHS Green Prescribing Research Team.
The role also involves supporting patient and family involvement in nature‑focused initiatives, supervising medical students in the development of therapeutic summer programmes, and working in partnership with organisations such as Oxfordshire County Council, National Trails, National Trust, and Fathom Trust to develop innovative, nature‑centred therapeutic models.
Apply now to join us in shaping an innovative model of nature-connected care and help transform how young people experience recovery and wellbeing.
As our Consultant Ec
Working closely with the Marlborough House team, which has an established Families in Nature programme, the role will focus on embedding nature‑based approaches to enhance patient care, staff wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. You will lead a weekly Nature Connectedness Pathway group for young people, collect and analyse routine outcome data, and oversee a quality improvement project in collaboration with the CAMHS Green Prescribing Research Team.
The role also involves supporting patient and family involvement in nature‑focused initiatives, supervising medical students in the development of therapeutic summer programmes, and working in partnership with organisations such as Oxfordshire County Council, National Trails, National Trust, and Fathom Trust to develop innovative, nature‑centred therapeutic models.
Apply now to join us in shaping an innovative model of nature-connected care and help transform how young people experience recovery and wellbeing.
As our Consultant Ec
opsychiatrist, you will support the delivery and development of nature‑based therapeutic practice within the Marlborough House inpatient CAMHS unit. The role involves leading the Nature Connectedness Pathway, supporting young people and staff through outdoor and nature‑based interventions, and contributing senior clinical leadership to service development and governance.
You'll lead on the evaluation and research into nature‑based interventions in collaboration with the CAMHS Green Prescribing Research Team, providing supervision and teaching, and working with partner organisations to develop innovative therapeutic models. The role does not include direct clinical responsibility for patients.
Applicants must hold a CCT and be eligible for appointment as a Consultant Psychiatrist, with recognised expertise or a strong interest in nature‑based interventions and eco‑anxiety. Experience in leading therapeutic and research projects, supervising students, and working collaboratively with external partners is essential.
Please see attached job description for further details on this role.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and South East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
You'll lead on the evaluation and research into nature‑based interventions in collaboration with the CAMHS Green Prescribing Research Team, providing supervision and teaching, and working with partner organisations to develop innovative therapeutic models. The role does not include direct clinical responsibility for patients.
Applicants must hold a CCT and be eligible for appointment as a Consultant Psychiatrist, with recognised expertise or a strong interest in nature‑based interventions and eco‑anxiety. Experience in leading therapeutic and research projects, supervising students, and working collaboratively with external partners is essential.
Please see attached job description for further details on this role.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and South East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 33 days annual leave per annum pro-rata on appointment to the grade increasing to 35 days after seven years seniority
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
- Close relationship with Oxford University Psychiatric Department
- Flexible working arrangements are supported where appropriate