CAMHS ED Service - Specialist Practitioner / Family Therapist

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people affected by eating disorders? We have an exciting opportunity to join our specialist countywide CAMHS Eating Disorder Service as clinician at a time of significant service growth and innovation. Our team provides specialist assessment, formulation and evidence-based treatment for children and young people presenting with a range of eating disorders, including those requiring support on paediatric wards or experiencing acute physical health challenges. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced eating disorder practitioner to combine advanced clinical practice with leadership responsibilities. You will support the development of less experienced colleagues through supervision, consultation and professional guidance, while contributing to high standards of clinical governance, service quality and patient care. As the service continues to expand, including the development of specialist pathways such as ARFID and our intensive treatment offer, you will have the opportunity to influence service development, implement innovative ways of working and help shape the future of eating disorder provision across Somerset. Working alongside an experienced and supportive leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring children, young people and their families receive compassionate, effective and recovery-focused care., You will provide specialist assessment, formulation and treatment for children and young people experiencing eating disorders, delivering evidence-based interventions in clinic settings, family homes and other community environments as appropriate. You will manage a complex caseload, undertaking risk assessment, care planning and ongoing review, while working collaboratively with families, carers and professional networks to ensure holistic, person-centred care. You will provide psychoeducation, consultation and specialist advice to young people, families and partner agencies, supporting recovery and promoting positive outcomes. The role includes working closely with local CAMHS teams, paediatric services, inpatient psychiatric units and other professionals involved in the care pathway, ensuring seamless and coordinated support. You will advocate for psychological approaches within multidisciplinary settings and contribute to the continued development of specialist eating disorder pathways. In addition, you will provide clinical supervision, mentoring and consultation to colleagues, helping to develop a confident and skilled workforce. You will contribute to service improvement initiatives, clinical governance activities and the implementation of new developments, supporting the ongoing evolution of the service. =

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.