Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - Eating Disorders in Bromley

Priory Hayes Grove is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist for Eating Disorders to partner with their team. This is an opportunity to work with Priory in a self-employed capacity, with flexible sessional working arrangements. The post holder will contribute to a comprehensive eating disorder service for adults, with inpatient, day care and outpatient support available. We also provide outpatient treatment for young people as well as private CAMHS assessment options.

As well as operating as a mental health, addiction and eating disorder treatment hospital, Hayes Grove is a formal teaching hospital affiliated with universities including Canterbury Christ Church University, King’s College London and Goldsmiths, University of London. Our status as a teaching hospital places us at the forefront of the latest research, and our treatment programmes are informed by the latest developments in the industry.

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 regulatory requirements

Join a network of expert psychiatrists who have already made the transition with confidence.

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 a Consultant Psychiatrist for Eating Disorders, 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.

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.

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.

Candidate Profile:

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

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.

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 13,000 colleagues and a network of 280 services, we support over 26,000 people each year. We treat more than 70 conditions—including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health—and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process.