Eating Disorders: Senior Psychologist/CBT Therapist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£66,274 to £73,496 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Mile End, London, E1 4DG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Oct 2026

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Summary

To hold a senior position in the daily operation of the eating disorder service and to support the team in screening referrals, carrying out assessments, developing treatment plans and maintaining a clinical caseload. 2. To manage all referrals accessing the service through our self-referrals portal (both FREED and non-FREED cases), and to continuously review the implementation of the FREED-informed service model and care package, advising the Clinical Lead for Eating Disorders (Adults) on its progress, and identifying any areas for improvement or opportunities for further service development 3. To produce accurate and timely documentation, conduct and manage the maintenance of accurate and timely documentation / records on all service users in line with your Professional Code of Conduct and Trust policy 4. Lead in the continuing development of a high quality service and contribute to local emergency plan, team risk assessment etc. that is underpinned by evidence based practice, care pathways / packages and NICE and DH Guidance 5. Work closely with and assist the Service Lead with development and implementation of operational / clinical policies contributing to the formulation and review of appropriate policies 6. Responsible for the coordination and management of the FREED and Community project in providing a safe, effective and therapeutic clinical service, ensuring the delivery of high quality community mental health care packages. 7. To hold a clinical caseload and to offer evidence based therapies in line with NICE guidelines. 8. To provide clinical supervision and line management for other members of staff such as psychologists, therapists, clinical associates in psychology and peer support workers.

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