Consultant Psychiatrist - Eating Disorder (Visiting Consultant)

Priory; Old Woking; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A leading private rehabilitation center in Woking is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist. This self-employed role allows for flexible hours and clinical freedom in managing patient care. Applicants must have a minimum of two years' experience at Consultant level and hold GMC registration. Enjoy support from a dedicated team and work in fully equipped facilities. Join a trusted brand known for addiction recovery and eating disorder treatment.

Benefits

Clinical freedom

Team connection

Flexible commitment

Admin support

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience at Consultant level required.
• Must hold GMC registration, including Specialist Register.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with assessment and implementation of care plans.
• Support patients' wellbeing, dignity, and treatment.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Patient assessment

Care plan implementation

Education

GMC registration

Job description

Overview

Priory Lifeworks is looking to recruit an Eating Disorder - Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team as a Private Practice "Visiting Consultant". This is a sessional, self-employed opportunity for a Consultant to develop their own Private Practice with Priory; successful candidates operate with a high level of autonomy, and we are happy to discuss your availability to practice with you. Life Works is a trusted private rehab centre in Woking, Surrey, specialising in addiction recovery and eating disorder treatment. Our expert team — including psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, mental health nurses and dietitians — work together to provide personalised, evidence-based care, ensuring every client gets the right support from the right specialist, following the highest standards of treatment.

What you’ll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients’ wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As Consultant Psychiatrist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. We currently have a focus on inpatient service but there are also outpatients supported within this service. You can find additional information in the attached job description and by visiting the link below.

What you’ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same. Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The appointed consultant must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience at Consultant level, hold and maintain registration with the General Medical Council (GMC), including inclusion on the relevant Specialist Register. Evidence of this registration must be available and presented to the Hospital Director or Group Medical Officer upon request.

What we will give you in return

• Clinical freedom – You control your caseload, hours, and treatment plans
• Team connection – Work independently, with full clinical governance and peer support
• Steady patient flow – Referrals come via our national brand, GP networks, and online presence
• Admin taken care of – We handle bookings, billing, and secretarial support
• Established reputation – Be part of a brand trusted by patients, insurers, and clinicians for 30+ years
• Quality facilities – Work from fully equipped, CQC-registered hospitals and outpatient clinics
• Flexible commitment – Choose your sessions and work around your lifestyle
• Inpatient access if needed – Direct pathways into Priory services when required