Application Deadline: 5 February 2026
Department: Medical and Psychiatry
Employment Type: Zero Hours
Location: Priory Hospital Altrincham
Priory Hospital Altrinchamis looking to recruit a Visiting Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team on a sessional basis as an independent private practice partner. This is a self employed role, suitable both for Consultants looking to step into independent practice for the first time, or expand their existing private practicerole.
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 all 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 with private practicing privileges with Priory, 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.
- 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.
For further information on this opportunity please contact OliviaStJohn-Synclair@priorygroup.com
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.
- Minimum 2 years experience at Consultant level operating in a substantive UK public sector role- A strong understanding of Clinical Governance and regulatory frameworks.
For more information about the role, you can email
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 leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK.
We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible.
We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites.
We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
