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Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions, UK Wide

Archer Resourcing Ltd

North West London, LondonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£182,000 to £234,000

Contract

Contract

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

Job description

Archer Recruitment Group is currently recruiting an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions for locum opportunities across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist with specialist experience in substance misuse to secure a well-paid, flexible locum post.As a Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions, you will provide expert clinical leadership and psychiatric care to individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependency, working across community, inpatient or dual diagnosis settings depending on the service.

Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions – Role details:Location: UK WidePay rate: £700 - £900 per dayContract: Locum, full-time or part-time sessions consideredRegistration: Full GMC registration with a licence to practise; Section 12 approval desirableDBS: On the Update Service (or willing to apply

What you'll be doing as a Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions:Leading clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients with substance misuse and dual diagnosis needsPrescribing and reviewing medication as part of a recovery-focused treatment planProviding clinical supervision and leadership to the wider multi-disciplinary teamLiaising with GPs, recovery workers and other agencies involved in a patient's careEnsuring care is delivered in line with CQC and NHS/private provider clinical standards

What we're looking for in a Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions:Full GMC registration with a licence to practise, on the specialist register (or eligible)Proven experience as a Consultant Psychiatrist within substance misuse / addiction servicesSection 12 approval desirableDBS on the Update ServiceStrong leadership and multi-disciplinary team working skills

If you're a Consultant Psychiatrist with addictions experience looking for a flexible, well-remunerated locum role, apply today to join a service making a real difference to people affected by substance misuse — anywhere in the UK.Archer Recruitment Group — specialists in Criminal Justice and Substance Misuse recruitment across the UK.Apply now to be considered for this Consultant Psychiatrist in Addictions vacancy.

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Adzuna

First seen

2 October 2026

Last checked

20 October 2026

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Archer Resourcing Ltd

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