At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert psychiatric care and lead a multidisciplinary team in a supportive environment.
- Company: Priory Hospital Southampton, known for its beautiful gardens and excellent mental health services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, healthcare benefits, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a 'Good' rated hospital with strong NHS partnerships and excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: GMC Registration and experience in UK acute inpatient psychiatry required.
The predicted salary is between 170000 - 170000 £ per year.
Priory Hospital Southampton Salary £170,000 / year – Full Time (37.5 hours per week).
Permanent position, part‑time and job‑share arrangements also considered.
Description Set within beautiful, landscaped gardens, Priory Hospital Southampton offers therapeutic and recovery‑focused residential treatment for patients with various mental health conditions.
The acute inpatient service comprises 31 mixed‑gender adult beds across two wards, a 13‑bed Eating Disorders ward and an Eating Disorders day hospital, all catering to NHS patients.
The hospital holds a CQC rating of “Good” and one of its acute wards is accredited by the Royal College of Psychiatrist Quality Network.
Partnerships with local NHS Trusts and commissioners are well‑established.
What you’ll be doing Provide consultant psychiatric care for up to 18 inpatients, undertaking comprehensive assessments, leading ward rounds and delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred treatment.
Provide clinical leadership for the ward, leading multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, supporting effective decision‑making and ensuring safe, recovery‑focused care.
Supervise and support the Specialty Doctor, while working collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to promote clinical excellence and professional development.
Contribute to service development through participation in clinical governance, audits, senior management meetings and service improvement initiatives, building strong relationships with NHS partners and commissioners.
Support effective patient flow through regular clinical reviews, risk management and discharge planning.
What you’ll bring to the role Current GMC Registration Specialist Registration in a Psychiatric Speciality Approved Clinician status, or eligibility to apply for Approved Clinician status We are looking for a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in UK acute inpatient psychiatry, gained within the NHS and/or independent healthcare sector.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in managing patients in an acute mental health inpatient setting and be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Experienced Consultants with NHS acute ward experience are encouraged to apply, as are newly appointed Consultants with substantial inpatient expertise.
Expected to commit to delivering high‑quality patient care, building strong relationships with NHS stakeholders and commissioners, and potentially relocating to the region if not based locally.
What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role.
You will be well supported with regular career conversations and offered full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions.
Healthcare benefits Free on‑site parking Enhanced maternity pay Birthday Holiday – your birthday as an extra day of annual leave Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops, tablets, smartphones) and private healthcare Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership
