Consultant Psychiatrist - EDU
Description
Join Our Team at Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal!
Are you a passionate Consultant Psychiatrist looking for a fulfilling opportunity? We invite you to become a vital part of our dedicated team at Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal. This full-time position (37.5 hours) offers a competitive salary of £170,000 and requires HCPC registration.
Nestled in the beautiful landscaped gardens of Stockport, our hospital provides a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for both young people and adults. Our mission is to empower individuals to live their best lives in a safe and supportive environment.
Conveniently located, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal is easily accessible via public transport, with local bus routes along Wilmslow Road and nearby railway stations just 1–2 miles away.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, your primary goal will be to deliver exceptional clinical care to our patients. You will ensure they receive compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to their unique needs. Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will provide holistic, person-centered care that fosters recovery and promotes positive long-term outcomes.
- Take clinical responsibility for a defined patient caseload.
- Lead multidisciplinary ward rounds, conduct risk assessments, and develop strategic care plans.
- Create a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment.
- Serve as the Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983, ensuring the highest standards of care and governance.
What You’ll Bring to the Role
Essential Qualifications:
- MRCPsych (or equivalent), CCT (or equivalent), and inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.
- Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status.
- Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development.
Key Skills:
- A collaborative and proactive team player committed to multidisciplinary working.
- Experience in inpatient mental health services, caring for individuals with complex and severe mental health needs.
- Proven ability to provide clinical leadership within multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, decision-making, and risk management skills.
What We Will Give You in Return
At Priory, we want you to thrive in your role and succeed in your career. You will receive robust support through regular career conversations and full training. We offer numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your future with us.
- Free on-site parking.
- Birthday Holiday - Enjoy an extra day of annual leave for your birthday!
- Enhanced maternity pay.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Flexible benefits, including reduced rates for gym memberships and access to IT technology.
- Development opportunities and sponsorship for professional qualifications.
- Leadership and management development programs.
- Long service awards and refer-a-friend bonuses.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About Priory
Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With a dedicated team of 12,000 colleagues across 270 services, we support over 24,000 individuals each year in living their lives to the fullest. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, while also providing residential and supported living care for various needs.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer.
All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
