Housing
A home in Devon varies on your preference of seaside, countryside or city living. On average you’ll be looking at £650 - £800 per month for a fantastic apartment or beautiful house.
Choose a career in psychiatry at Devon Partnership NHS Trust
As a Junior Doctor we’ll support you with your chosen career and provide you with everything you need to successfully complete your training.
You’ll have access to a dedicated Clinical Supervisor who will be your contact for day-to-day line management, an Educational Supervisor to support your training needs.
Our central Medical Personnel Team is on hand if you have any questions, queries or concerns relating to your employment. We know that as you progress on your career pathway you may be worried or anxious and the team are always available to talk to you and offer any guidance or signposting to coaching or other professional services if required.
Working here
During your time, working with us as a Junior Doctor, you’ll have access to regular clinical supervision, group supervision and a monthly reflective supervision session. Whether you work on the wards or in a community setting we want you to feel confident and supported in your decision making.
We have a clear medical career pathway from medical school to becoming a consultant, with job opportunities along the way, depending on how you want to shape your career.
““I enjoy living and working in Devon. The team at Franklyn Hospital is so friendly and everyone is approachable. Despite it being a very busy hospital it has a relaxed and calming atmosphere, which is supportive and fantastic for us as a team and for our patients.””
Zara – Junior Doctor
““Now’s a good time to be applying for consultant jobs in Devon. One of the nice things about being a dual trainee is I have options in adults and older people’s mental health. Services are expanding quite a bit in some areas, so I know I have a number of possibilities to choose from.””
Sam – Junior Doctor
Our offer to you
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Confidential Care 24/7 for you and your family
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Commitment to career development
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Wide range of research studies
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Flexible working
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National participation and contribution to service development
Living here
We are committed to you having a strong worklife balance and your health and wellbeing is important. We offer a range of initiatives to support you both at work and outside of work.
Our flexible working policy supports you to make the most of living and working in this beautiful part of the country.
It really is a great place to work and a great place to live.
Local information
Famous for
Devon is the home county for many celebrities, including Peter Cook, Sharron Davies, Sue Barker, Tom Daley and Wayne Sleep.
Areas of interest
Dartmoor and Exmoor are Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and magnificent to explore by foot, car, cycle or horse – you’re sure to have an experience you’ll never forget… and with it all on your doorstep you’ll be able to enjoy it again and again.