Consultant Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Priory Hospital Chelmsford is a long-established private hospital set in three acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. With 56 beds across our existing acute and addiction pathways, this expansion introduces a new CAMHS ward, offering inpatient care for young people aged 1318.

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 CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist, 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. Serve as Consultant and Responsible Clinician, leading patient care planning and multidisciplinary collaboration across inpatient and outpatient settings. Assess and manage complex cases, chair MDT/CPA meetings, and liaise with patients, families, and external stakeholders. Provide clinical leadership alongside the Ward Manager, ensuring compliance with regulatory and organisational standards. Contribute to governance and quality improvement through active participation in ward, CAMHS, and service development meetings. Engage in academic activities including teaching, case presentations, audit, research, and ongoing professional development.