Consultant Psychiatrist - Adult Acute Ward (Cheadle)

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Consultant Psychiatrist!

Location: Priory Hospital Cheadle, Adult Acute Ward

Salary: £170,000

Hours: Full Time - 37.5 Hours

Are you a passionate and dedicated GMC registered Consultant Psychiatrist looking to make a real difference in the lives of patients? Priory Hospital Cheadle is excited to welcome you to our team! Our facility is an inpatient mental health service located in Stockport, easily accessible by public transport.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will play a vital role in patient recovery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including leading multidisciplinary ward rounds and risk reviews.
• Developing and implementing tailored treatment plans that prioritize dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
• Serving as the Responsible Clinician for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983).
• Supervising the referral and admission process, contributing to pre-admission assessments alongside team members.
• Providing a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team for the assessment, formulation, and treatment of adults.

What You Bring to the Role

To thrive in this position, you will need:

• MRCPsych (or equivalent qualification) and a CCT (or equivalent).
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register, along with Section 12(2) approval and Approved Clinician status.
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the specialty.
• A commitment to shared leadership, collaborative working, and continuous professional development.

What We Offer You

At Priory, we are committed to your success and well-being. Here’s what you can expect:

• Regular career conversations and support to help you thrive in your role.
• Full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions.
• Healthcare benefits, including free on-site parking and enhanced maternity pay.
• Birthday Holiday - enjoy an extra day off on your birthday!
• Contributory pension scheme and flexible benefits, including gym memberships 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.

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 people each year to live fulfilling and independent lives. We treat a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide care for individuals with various needs.

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

Note: 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

cheadle hulme

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