Job summary
We are looking for a highly experienced and motivated psychologist/Therapist to join the Manchester Eating Disorders Service and provide strategic clinical leadership.
As clinical lead, you will be responsible for provision of senior psychology input and leading the service delivery of psychological care pathways for people with eating disorders.
You will join a dedicated and person centred service with a diverse MDT consisting of:
* Clinical and Counselling Psychologists
* Dietitians
* CBT Therapists
* Support Worker
* Consultant Psychiatrist
* Mental health Practitioners
* Specialist doctors
There is a wealth of clinical expertise across a range of psychological approaches including CAT, CBT-E, CBT-T, CFT, GSH, EMDR, and MANTRA along with our specialised early intervention eating disorders pathway FREED
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
* Offer assessment and therapy to the more complex service users presenting to the service utilising evidence-based models for the treatment of eating disorders.
* Provide clinical supervision and maintain oversight staff working in the service.
* To be responsible for the clinical supervision and teaching of trainees at all levels, including those taking advanced and highly specialist psychotherapy training and post graduate training in clinical psychology.
* To engage in peer supervision and peer consultation with clinical colleagues within the service.
* Ensure that psychological aspects of Manchester Eating Disorders service provision continue to be maintained at the highest possible standards, ensuring people who use the service and their carers/families receive high quality care.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year Pa Pro Rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Gaskell House
Swinton Grove
Manchester
M13 0EU
Job description
Job responsibilities
8b Clinical Lead Eating Disorder Service - Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
8b Clinical Lead Eating Disorder Service - Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
* A recognised qualification in one of the core mental health professions e.g. psychiatric nursing, clinical psychology, medicine, social work and occupational therapy with additional registration with HCPC or other appropriate professional body
* Training in evidence based psychological therapies for Eating Disorders
* Registration with HCPC or other appropriate professional body
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working as a psychological therapist demonstrating competencies required for Band 8b.
* Experience of clinical leadership and leading a service.
* Experience of working therapeutically with people with Eating Disorders.
* Experience in risk assessment, formulation and management particularly important.
* Previous experience of delivering time-limited psychological therapy to clients with complex mental health problems.
Desirable
* Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
* Experience of working with Commissioners and senior operational managers.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
* A recognised qualification in one of the core mental health professions e.g. psychiatric nursing, clinical psychology, medicine, social work and occupational therapy with additional registration with HCPC or other appropriate professional body
* Training in evidence based psychological therapies for Eating Disorders
* Registration with HCPC or other appropriate professional body
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working as a psychological therapist demonstrating competencies required for Band 8b.
* Experience of clinical leadership and leading a service.
* Experience of working therapeutically with people with Eating Disorders.
* Experience in risk assessment, formulation and management particularly important.
* Previous experience of delivering time-limited psychological therapy to clients with complex mental health problems.
Desirable
* Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
* Experience of working with Commissioners and senior operational managers.
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gaskell House
Swinton Grove
Manchester
M13 0EU
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Gaskell House
Swinton Grove
Manchester
M13 0EU
Employer's website
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