Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS Eating Disorder - Part Time

Job Description

This part-time Consultant Psychiatrist role provides specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and young people with eating disorders within CAMHS. Requirements typically include GMC registration with a licence to practise, completion of specialist training in child and adolescent psychiatry or an equivalent qualification, and relevant experience managing eating disorders and complex mental-health presentations. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, risk assessment, safeguarding, clinical governance and liaison with families, community services and other professionals. Candidates are expected to demonstrate sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills, leadership, compassion and a commitment to evidence-based, recovery-focused care. Experience in inpatient or intensive eating-disorder services and familiarity with UK safeguarding and mental-health legislation would be advantageous.

Company Info

Priory Healthcare is a major UK provider of independent mental-health and social-care services. It operates hospitals, clinics and residential facilities supporting adults, children and young people with conditions including eating disorders, addiction, depression, anxiety, personality disorders and other complex psychiatric needs. Priory employs multidisciplinary teams that can include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, therapists, occupational therapists and support workers. Its services range from specialist inpatient treatment to outpatient care, rehabilitation and education. The organisation focuses on personalised treatment plans, clinical risk management, safeguarding and measurable recovery outcomes. As a large nationwide employer, Priory offers opportunities across many regions of the United Kingdom, although specific salaries, benefits, workloads and clinical arrangements vary by site and role. Consultant posts generally involve medical leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, supervision, governance responsibilities and participation in service development.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities for psychiatrists, nurses, therapists, healthcare managers and other clinical professionals, particularly in NHS and independent mental-health services. Its culture is diverse and generally professional, with good public transport, historic cities, countryside and extensive arts and sports activities. Lifestyle and housing costs vary considerably: London and the southeast are expensive, while many northern regions, Wales, Scotland and parts of England are more affordable. Overseas doctors normally need GMC registration, primary-source verification, evidence of English proficiency and appropriate specialist recognition. Most non-UK nationals require a Health and Care Worker visa sponsored by an eligible employer; dependants may also be permitted. Candidates should confirm eligibility, registration, salary thresholds and sponsorship before accepting an offer. Relocation planning should include housing, taxes, banking, National Insurance, school arrangements and professional indemnity requirements.