Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the large and expanding of Northants Eating Disorder Service (NEDS). NEDS is a passionate and energetic countywide psychology-led service. The team (over 25. w.t.e.) currently comprises of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical & Counselling Psychologists, Clinical Nurse Specialists (RMN), Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Specialist Dieticians, Occupational Therapist, Support Workers (including Peer Support Workers), Arts Therapists, Assistant Psychologists).
NEDS is a very well-established service, which has evolved over the past 30 years and is a pioneer of community-based approaches to treatment and support. We offer evidence-based treatment for the whole spectrum of eating disorders: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and OSFED. A comprehensive range of services is provided, from outpatient individual and group treatment packages for relatively mild-moderate cases of Bulimia Nervosa and Binge-eating disorder, through to intervention and case management of people with severe Anorexia Nervosa.
The psychology post will provide strong opportunities for clinical leadership, supervision, service development and research combined with a commitment to excellence in clinical practice. There is support for relevant specialist training and the opportunity to undertake sessional work in other related specialities to broaden experience.
Main duties of the job
Please see attached job description for more details.
To provide a specialised clinical psychology service to clients of the specialty; providing specialist psychological assessment and therapy To offer advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues, and to carers, where appropriate.
To lead key areas of service delivery and development
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams' policies and procedures.
To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the team/service.
About us
NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.
NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £62,682 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
270-TG722-MH
Job locations
Newland House
Campbell Square
Northampton
NN1 3EB
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have strong working links with CMHTs, IAPT, Personality Disorder Service, Complex PTSD, Autism and ADHD services within the Trust and also with the Primary and Acute care sector. We are expanding our service to include staff from occupational therapy, family therapy, social work and peer support.
We are developing stronger links with third sector and community organisations and co-production with service users and carers is highly valued and central to our delivery.
Please see attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have strong working links with CMHTs, IAPT, Personality Disorder Service, Complex PTSD, Autism and ADHD services within the Trust and also with the Primary and Acute care sector. We are expanding our service to include staff from occupational therapy, family therapy, social work and peer support.
We are developing stronger links with third sector and community organisations and co-production with service users and carers is highly valued and central to our delivery.
Please see attached job description.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
* Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology
* Training in at least two therapeutic modalities
Desirable
* Postgraduate clinical training
* General postgraduate training
* Evidence of regular CPD activities
Experience and Skills
Essential
* Broad range of clinical experience in various settings
* Adult mental health experience
* Research and evaluation skills
* Practitioner skills in key therapeutic modality
* Project/change management skills/experience
Desirable
* Prior experience working in eating disorder service
* Strong research/evaluation skills
* Leadership skills and experience
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to present information clearly and succinctly
* Strong interest/enthusiasm for working with eating disorders
* Negotiation skills in MDT context
* Clear verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
* Presentation experience in multidisciplinary settings
* Publication of psychological work
* Teaching and supervision experience
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
* Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology
* Training in at least two therapeutic modalities
Desirable
* Postgraduate clinical training
* General postgraduate training
* Evidence of regular CPD activities
Experience and Skills
Essential
* Broad range of clinical experience in various settings
* Adult mental health experience
* Research and evaluation skills
* Practitioner skills in key therapeutic modality
* Project/change management skills/experience
Desirable
* Prior experience working in eating disorder service
* Strong research/evaluation skills
* Leadership skills and experience
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to present information clearly and succinctly
* Strong interest/enthusiasm for working with eating disorders
* Negotiation skills in MDT context
* Clear verbal and written communication skills
Desirable
* Presentation experience in multidisciplinary settings
* Publication of psychological work
* Teaching and supervision experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Newland House
Campbell Square
Northampton
NN1 3EB
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Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Newland House
Campbell Square
Northampton
NN1 3EB
Employer's website
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