Consultant Psychiatrist CAMHS (Sessional)

Priory Group; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health provider seeks a Private Consultant Psychiatrist at Ticehurst House. This role offers the chance to build a private practice with flexible working hours and strong administrative support. Candidates should have GMC registration and experience in treating eating disorders, alongside a commitment to high-quality therapeutic care.

Benefits

Professional marketing support

Flexible working hours

Top-tier facilities access

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in a substantive NHS role focusing on eating disorders.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Successful completion of a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat diverse inpatient and outpatient populations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Patient Assessment

Team Collaboration

Education

GMC registration with specialist registration

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Priory Group

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East Sussex, United Kingdom

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Reference

PRI98575

Location

Priory Hospital Ticehurst, Ticehurst, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7HU

Priory Group Division

Competitive

Hours

Sessional

Vacancy Type

Sessional

Job Advert - Division Information

Ticehurst House – Seeking a Private Consultant Psychiatrist

About Ticehurst House – The CAMHS service at Ticehurst provides exclusive Consultant outpatient rooms in a building set in the grounds of large Independent Hospital. The successful Consultant, will work collaboratively with colleagues at Ticehurst to assess referrals, provide supporting outpatient services and refer to appropriate therapy services as required.

All our services are fully staffed with highly experienced Nursing, Medical and Therapy colleagues.

The Opportunity – We invite an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team, offering the chance to build and manage a private practice offering inpatient, outpatient and Day Care services at our site. This role is integral to maintaining our high standards of care and providing expert guidance to our dedicated staff.

At Priory, we offer a supported pathway into private practice—giving you the freedom of self-employment with the backing of the UK’s leading mental healthcare provider.

Immediate patient flow – No need to build a caseload from scratch
Marketing & brand recognition – Attract patients through The Priory’s trusted name
Operational & admin support – Focus on patient care, not paperwork
Flexible working – Set your own hours while growing your practice
Regulatory compliance & CQC registration – We handle background checks and ensure your Practice meets all regulatory requirements
Join a network of expert psychiatrists who have already made the transition with confidence

Role Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat a diverse mix of inpatient and outpatient population
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists, nurses, healthcare assistants and Dietician.
• Engage in quality improvement and governance activities.
• Expand your practice in alignment with (site) prestigious reputation.
• Network with professional colleagues and referral sources.
• Market yourself and your practice in conjunction with Priory, registering with private medical insurers and providing information for our website.
• Maintain professional development and meet Revalidation requirements.

Why partner with Priory at Ticehurst House?

• Be associated with a renowned brand in eating disorder services.
• Utilize top-tier facilities and receive professional marketing support.
• Our established site is registered to receive patients from all major private medical insurance providers
• Provide your patients with high-quality therapeutic care.
• Enjoy the flexibility to manage your time and commitment.
• Have the opportunity to take part in social media marketing and educational content for a national audience.
• Offer innovative, evidence-based treatments.

Candidate profile

• GMC registration with relevant specialist registration.
• Experience in eating disorders including at least 2 years operating within in a substantive role with the NHS.
• A strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks.
• Successful completion of a DBS check (funded by Priory).

Register Your Interest:

For more information or informal discussion:

Contact Denise Telford, Hospital Director on 01580 202 225