CAMHS Community Eating Disorder Practitioner

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a registered mental health Nurse to provide community-based psychotherapeutic services to children and young people with eating disorders. This part-time role is based in Shrewsbury, and requires collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience working specifically with this group. Competitive salary and fixed-term contract are offered.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Ongoing training and support

Qualifications

• Registered mental health Nurse or Allied Health Professional.
• Experience working with CYP suffering from Eating Disorders.
• Specialist experience working with children and young people with Eating Disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based psychotherapeutic services.
• Work as part of the YP-CED multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions.

Skills

Experience working with Children and Young People (CYP)

Specialist psychotherapeutic work

Intervention in eating disorders

Education

Registered mental health Nurse or Allied Health Professional on NMC or HCPC Register

BSc degree in nursing or relevant professional degree

Qualification in psychological intervention (desirable)

Job description

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

The post holder will provide specific assessments and psychotherapeutic treatment to children and young people and their families. In addition to employing specialist skills within individual care plans, all team members support and participate within core shared rotas (duty/referral screening, urgent risk assessment and initial assessments) and provide up-to-date outcome data (CORC).

About us

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are "United in our Uniqueness" and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Job details

• Date posted: 07 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year (per annum)
• Contract: Fixed term (12 months)
• Working pattern: Part‑time
• Job location: Severn Fields Health Village, Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ
• Reference number: 301‑VA‑25‑7583401
• Employer: Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Job responsibilities

• Provide community‑based psychotherapeutic services to children & young people and their families referred to the YP‑CED team.
• Work as part of the YP‑CED multi‑disciplinary team.
• Offer assessment and appropriate interventions to individuals with eating disorders in line with NICE guidance.
• Provide advice, support and supervision to other health professionals.
• Act as Care Co‑ordinator for Eating Disorder Service clients where appropriate.
• Spend the main proportion of time engaged in or related to clinical activity, including sessions, research, supervision, professional and team meetings, teaching or training and continuing professional development (details agreed with the Team Leader).
• Deliver evidence‑based treatment interventions on a one‑to‑one, family and group basis to promote recovery from eating disorders for children and young people with an ED and their families/carers.
• Collaborate with the multi‑disciplinary team to develop pathways and share them with other team members and wider mental health services (BEEU).
• Establish and maintain links with BEEU, General Practice, schools, colleges, paediatric services, other healthcare settings and non‑healthcare workers (e.g. sports coaches, dance teachers) to ensure seamless short, medium and long‑term care planning for each service user.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Lead regarding overall service provision and caseload requirements.
• Manage a caseload of clients with Eating Disorders and possible comorbidities within the community.
• Lead clinical case meetings, Safeguarding, TAC, Early Help and CPA reviews to address the needs of children and young people with an Eating Disorder and their families/carers, supporting their recovery.

Person specification – Qualifications

• Essential: Registered mental health Nurse or Allied Health Professional on NMC or HCPC Register.
• BSc degree in nursing or relevant professional degree (or equivalent).
• Desirable: Qualification in psychological intervention, including CBT, CBTe, or Family‑based treatment.

Person specification – Experience

• Essential: Experience working with CYP suffering from Eating Disorders and comorbid illness.
• Experience of specialist psychotherapeutic work with children and young people.
• Desirable: Specialist experience working with children and young people with Eating Disorders, either inpatient or community.

Disclosures and Registrations

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer information

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Severn Fields Health Village, Sundorne Road, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ

Website: https://www.mpft.nhs.uk

Important notice

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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