Consultant Psychiatrist - Female PICU (Manchester)

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team at Priory Hospital Cheadle!

Position: Consultant Psychiatrist

Location: Priory Hospital Cheadle, Manchester

Salary: £170,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time - 37.5 Hours per week

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients? Priory Hospital Cheadle is seeking a passionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join our dedicated clinical team. This is your chance to play a vital role in the assessment, treatment, and recovery of patients within our Female PICU setting.

About Us

Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, located in Stockport, is an inpatient mental health service catering to young people and adults. We are conveniently accessible via public transport, with local bus routes and nearby railway stations just a short distance away.

Your Role

As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will:

• Take clinical responsibility for patients, leading multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, and strategic planning.
• Act as the Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Supervise the referral and admission process, contributing to preadmission assessments.
• Engage in clinical governance, service development, and strategic planning.
• Support and mentor junior medical staff while contributing to their training.

What You Bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• MRCPsych (or equivalent qualification) and a CCT (or equivalent), with inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register.
• Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience relevant to the specialty.
• A collaborative spirit and the ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to shared leadership, continuous improvement, and high-quality patient care.

What We Offer

At Priory, we want you to succeed and thrive in your role. Here’s what you can expect:

• Regular career conversations and support for your professional growth.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• Birthday Holiday - Enjoy an extra day off for your birthday!
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits, including reduced rates for gym memberships, IT technology, and private healthcare.
• Access to 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 over 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support more than 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat over 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, while providing care for autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Join us in making a difference!

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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

stockport

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

29-10-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English