Job summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with eating disorders?

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our East Cheshire 0-18 Eating Disorders Community Team. In this role, you will provide assessment, treatment, and support to children and young people with eating disorders. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, nurses, and dieticians.

Make a real difference in the lives of young people who are struggling with eating disorders.

You will have the opportunity to work with a team of experts in the field, and you will be supported to develop your skills and knowledge.

You will also have significant links with generic community CAMHS, which will allow you to provide a wider range of services to young people and their families.

We are asking that you have a core qualification, national registration and a interest in working with young people and their families with Eating Disorders.

Previous experience of working with Eating Disorders is a major advantage.

Please contact Vickie Holmes or Sarah Dukes for further information.

Secondment applicants also welcome.

Main duties of the job
In addition to the above, you will:

• Work alongside Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and other clinicians to provide a comprehensive range of treatment options
• Have the opportunity to train in a variety of therapeutic models, including the Maudsley Family Based Treatment
• Be part of a team that is committed to research and innovation in the field of eating disorders

If you are passionate about eating disorders and you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, then we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and diagnosis of eating disorders
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Provide individual and group therapy
• Work with families to support their child's recovery
• Provide education and training to staff and the public
• Liaise with generic community CYPMHS.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all experienced individuals

About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.

We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.

Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 373-CYP1632

Application
Apply through our website. Closing date: 09 November 2026.

CWP is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.