At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert psychiatric care for children and young people remotely.
- Company: Join Psychiatry UK, the leading digital psychiatry service provider.
- Benefits: Competitive rates, flexible self-employed role, and access to diverse patient populations.
- Other info: Inclusive selection process with support for all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's mental health from the comfort of your home.
- Qualifications: Must have a medical degree, GMC registration, and experience in child mental health services.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44500 £ per year.
Consultant Psychiatrists - Children & Young People Service (Multiple Opportunities) United Kingdom (Remote)
Remuneration: Competitive Rates
Contract Type: Self-Employed Contractor Opportunities
Location: Remote
About Us
Psychiatry UK is the UK’s leading provider of digital psychiatry services, working both privately and with the NHS to support children, teenagers and adults with expert, patient-centred care.
Join Our Growing Clinical Workforce
As a self-employed Consultant Psychiatrist (CYP) within Psychiatry UK, you will play a pivotal role in providing specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of Children and Young People with various mental health conditions (where you have experience), including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, utilising your expertise to deliver evidence-based interventions and support to our patients.
As part of our continued growth, Psychiatry-UK will launch expanded Children and Young People (CYP) services through Right to Choose in Autumn 2026. Building on our extensive experience in neurodevelopmental assessment and care, the service has been designed to deliver high-quality, safe and clinically robust assessments in line with national guidance and best practice standards. As demand for timely ADHD and Autism assessments continues to increase, this expansion will help improve access to care for children, young people and their families.
To support the launch of this service, Psychiatry-UK is seeking suitably qualified independent clinicians interested in providing services on a contractual basis. You’ll have access to diverse referral sources, enabling you to work with a broad patient population. Our streamlined payment system ensures efficiency and ease in financial transactions. To maintain high standards of care, we provide robust quality assurance through feedback systems designed to enhance both patient satisfaction and practice quality. Safeguarding and well‑being are priorities, with dedicated support available for related concerns. You’ll also benefit from a secure online workspace, including pre‑configured equipment to ensure seamless integration into our systems.
To Succeed As a Consultant Psychiatrist (CYP)
- You will have extensive clinical experience in Child and Young Person (CYP) mental health services, demonstrating the ability to exercise sound clinical judgement and work autonomously within multidisciplinary teams.
- You will communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and service users, manage competing priorities efficiently, and consistently deliver safe, high‑quality, patient‑centred care in line with clinical governance and professional standards.
Essential Qualifications, Skills And Experience
- Medical degree with a postgraduate qualification (MRCPsych or equivalent)
- Full GMC registration with a licence to practice
- Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Paediatrics
- Minimum of two years’ post-CCT practice in CAMHS and/or community neurodevelopmental pathways
- Experience working autonomously within multidisciplinary clinical services
- Strong understanding of clinical governance frameworks and regulatory requirements in mental health services
- High‑level clinical judgement and decision‑making across complex CYP presentations
- In‑depth knowledge of evidence‑based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of CYP mental health conditions, including ADHD and ASD
- Ability to adapt to digital‑first and remote clinical service delivery models
Selection Process
At Psychiatry UK, we are committed to ensuring our selection process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the engagement process - such as additional time, assistive technology, or an alternative format for materials, please let us know. We are happy to discuss and accommodate your needs wherever possible to ensure you can participate fully and fairly.
Psychiatry UK is the UK's leading provider of digital psychiatry services, providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of mental health conditions. All of the online services have accessibility and convenience at their heart, ensuring everyone can easily and quickly access the care they need.
Remote CYP Consultant Psychiatrist (Self-Employed) employer: Psychiatry UK
Psychiatry UK is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible remote working environment that empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a Health Cash Plan and enhanced family leave, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a supportive, multidisciplinary team dedicated to safeguarding and improving mental health services. Join us in a role where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will help shape the future of digital psychiatry in the UK.
