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Job Summary
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to use your clinical skills to make a difference, working in a flexible environment? If so, there is a fantastic new opportunity to join our Eating Disorder Service.
Job Summary
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to use your clinical skills to make a difference, working in a flexible environment? If so, there is a fantastic new opportunity to join our Eating Disorder Service.
The Eating Disorders Teams is a countywide service that provides clinical management and therapeutic interventions for people with eating disorders across Worcestershire.
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse, OT or Social worker who has the knowledge and skills relevant for the role. The position involves working closely within our multi-disciplinary team and working within NICE guideline standards. The role will involve triaging referrals and completing initial assessments and therapeutic interventions; training relating to assessing within the speciality of eating disorders will be provided. Experience working in eating disorders is desired but not essential.
This is full time post, but we would consider applicants looking for part time.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the smooth and effective implementation of evidence-based therapy for our client group.
The post holder will be required to work collaboratively with the key partner organisations, patients, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary teams.
Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in working within eating disorder services. The post holder will have a clinical caseload and support with assessments of new referrals.
The service is county wide with two bases Hill Crest and Studdert Kennedy House. There is some ability to work from home however the successful candidates will need to be able to meet the travel requirements of the role.
Informal chat invitation
We believe the best way to find out if a role is right for you is to have an informal chat with our Recruiting Manager. Please contact:Beckie Higgins, Clinical Lead
About Us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
* 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
* Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
* Flexible and agile working opportunities
* Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
* Wide range of supportive staff networks
* Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
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Details
Date posted
23 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pro rata for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9798-1558
Job locations
Hillcrest, Alexandra Hospital
Quinney's Lane
Redditch
B98 7WG
Studdert Kennedy House
Spring Gardens
Worcester
WR1 2AE
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Essential
Skills & Abilities
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
* Ability to meet the travel requirements for this role.
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
* Has completed training in psychological interventions
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
* I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
* Eating Disorders qualification e.g. Diploma in Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorders; module on a Masters course or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge and understanding of NICE guidance for eating disorders
* Up to date knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 & Mental Capacity Act 2006
Desirable
* Knowledge of MEED Guidance
Experience
Essential
* 2 years post registration experience relevant to Mental Health
* Experience in providing psychological interventions to individuals with mental health problems
* Participation in multidisciplinary/ multi-agency working
* Experience of liaison with Consultant Psychiatrists, GPs and other professionals
Desirable
* Experience working within eating disorder services
Person Specification
Essential
* 2 years post registration experience relevant to Mental Health
* Experience in providing psychological interventions to individuals with mental health problems
* Participation in multidisciplinary/ multi-agency working
* Experience of liaison with Consultant Psychiatrists, GPs and other professionals
Desirable
* Experience working within eating disorder services
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
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Hillcrest, Alexandra Hospital
Quinney's Lane
Redditch
B98 7WG
Employer's website
https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Hillcrest, Alexandra Hospital
Quinney's Lane
Redditch
B98 7WG
Employer's website
https://www.hacw.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
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