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Priory’s acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
Job Description
Consultant Psychiatrist
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
Department: Medical and Psychiatry
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Compensation: £170,000 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Norwich is looking to recruit a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the team. This is a full time post offering 37.5 Hours.
Set in the Norfolk countryside a mile outside the town of Attleborough, Norfolk, Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Set in the Norfolk countryside a mile outside the town of Attleborough, Norfolk, Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Priory’s acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
What you'll be doing
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. 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.
- Provide senior medical leadership and expert psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex mental health needs within Priory Chelmsford’s inpatient and outpatient services.
- Lead on the development and review of personalised treatment plans, including pharmacological and therapeutic interventions, while ensuring high standards of clinical governance and patient safety.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, offering clinical supervision, leadership, and guidance to support effective care delivery and positive patient outcomes.
- Manage risk, Mental Health Act responsibilities, safeguarding, and crisis interventions in line with regulatory frameworks, Priory policies, and best practice standards.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and professional education while maintaining compliance with GMC standards and continuing professional development requirements.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
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.
Candidates should be GMC-registered medical practitioners with Specialist Registration (or eligibility) in Psychiatry and hold Approved Clinician status, with substantial experience in adult mental health, inpatient services, or specialist psychiatric care. Proven expertise in complex psychiatric assessment, risk management, Mental Health Act responsibilities, and multidisciplinary leadership is essential. Strong clinical governance knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead teams while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care are highly valued, alongside a commitment to CPD, appraisal, and service development.
For more information about the role, you can email [email protected]
Candidates should be GMC-registered medical practitioners with Specialist Registration (or eligibility) in Psychiatry and hold Approved Clinician status, with substantial experience in adult mental health, inpatient services, or specialist psychiatric care. Proven expertise in complex psychiatric assessment, risk management, Mental Health Act responsibilities, and multidisciplinary leadership is essential. Strong clinical governance knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead teams while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care are highly valued, alongside a commitment to CPD, appraisal, and service development.
For more information about the role, you can email [email protected]
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. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.