Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS in Cheadle

Priory Wellbeing Centre, Manchester is looking to recruit a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist – CAMHS to join the team. This is a self-employed opportunity to partner with Priory as an independent Consultant, fully supported through the Priory approach and suitable both for those new to independent private practice, and also those that may be looking to expand their existing private client base.

Priory Wellbeing Centre Manchester offers fast access to exceptional outpatient care for a wide range of mental health conditions. We can provide counselling and treatment for depression, anxiety and stress, as well as a dedicated young people’s service, all set within a peaceful, yet convenient location. We can also offer private autism assessments for adults and children, as well as an autism psychological support pathway for adults who have been diagnosed with autism.

What you'll be doing:

• You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing.
• Taking clinical responsibility for patients, including multidisciplinary ward rounds, risk reviews, strategic reviews and the development of a therapeutic milieu.
• Offering a psychiatric perspective to the multidisciplinary team in relation to the assessment, formulation and treatment of Children and Young People.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Resilience is key as our work is rewarding but can be challenging.
• Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and the lows.
• The consultant must hold a CCST/CCT (or equivalent) in Psychiatry with experience in inpatient settings supporting individuals with significant mental health difficulties.

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.

About Priory: 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 to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. 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.