Consultant Psychiatrist - Private Practice - Eating Disorders

Priory; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A private rehabilitation center in Woking is seeking an Eating Disorder Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team. This self-employed opportunity allows for a high level of autonomy while providing personalized support to patients. Successful candidates will manage their own caseload and treatment plans, working within a compassionate team dedicated to patient wellbeing. A minimum of 2 years of experience at Consultant level and GMC registration are required. Flexibility in session scheduling is also offered.

Benefits

Clinical freedom

Admin support

Team connection

Flexible commitment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience at Consultant level.
• Must hold and maintain registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with patient care plans.
• Undertake routine tasks to facilitate patient wellbeing.
• Provide personalised and evidence-based care.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Clinical decision-making

Education

GMC registration and Specialist Register inclusion

Job description

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, as such successful candidates operate with a high level of autonomy, we are happy to discuss your availability to Practice with you.

Life Works is a trusted and welcoming 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 closely to provide personalised, evidence-based care. We’re here to make sure 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.

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.

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