Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join an Adolescent Inpatient Eating Disorders Service within a leading private hospital group in London.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly specialised service, supporting young people with complex eating disorder presentations as part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary team. The role is 3 days per week (22.5 hours), offering flexibility alongside excellent professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive psychiatric assessments and develop tailored treatment plans.

• Lead ward rounds, MDT meetings, and clinical reviews.

• Provide oversight of complex case management, including higher-risk patients.

• Support patients and families through treatment decisions, relapse prevention, and recovery pathways.

• Supervise and mentor junior doctors and healthcare professionals.

• Drive service development and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Participate in the on-call rota (details to be discussed at interview).

Requirements

• GMC registration with inclusion on the Specialist Register.

• Experience in adolescent psychiatry and/or eating disorders.

• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.

• A commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£108k pro rata, £180k FTE).

• Generous annual leave entitlement.

• Flexible working options.

• Extensive CPD and training opportunities.

• Opportunities for teaching and clinical research.

• Access to wellbeing and employee support programmes.

• Relocation support (where applicable).