Psychologist EDU

Registered Psychologist - Eating Disorders Unit (EDU)

Location: Chelmsford
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time (flexible)
Specialism: Eating Disorders, Mental Health
Salary: £48,250 - £58,250

Are you a compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologist eager to support recovery in adults and adolescents affected by eating disorders? Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team at a leading independent hospital specialising in mental health treatment.

As part of this full-time or part-time role, you will provide vital psychological assessments, deliver evidence-based individual and group therapies, and work collaboratively with psychiatrists, nurses, and therapists to create personalised care plans. You’ll play a key role in patient recovery, offering psychoeducation to patients and families, and contributing to the ongoing development of a supportive, recovery-focused environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Conduct psychological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team

• Deliver evidence-based therapies to support emotional regulation and recovery

• Collaborate with medical staff to monitor mental and physical health treatments

• Facilitate psychoeducation sessions to enhance patient and family understanding of eating disorders

• Participate actively in team meetings, service development, and staff supervision

Requirements :

• Recognised qualification in Clinical Psychology with professional accreditation

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working with eating disorder client groups

• Familiarity with psychological assessment tools

• Experience or willingness to work within CBT and DBT models (desirable)

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely within a multidisciplinary team

• Resilience, empathy, and dedication to supporting patients through recovery

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a rewarding, dynamic role, get in touch to find out more.