Lead Eating Disorder Nurse - CAMHS

Job summary

Are you passionate about supporting young people with eating disorders?

We're excited to offer a unique opportunity to join the CAMHS Eating Disorder Service in Somerset. This role is based on the paediatric ward at Yeovil District Hospital, where you'll play a key part in supporting young people facing acute physical challenges. You'll also work closely with our dedicated community team, who provide specialist assessment and treatment for young people diagnosed with or presenting with an eating disorder.

In this role, you'll collaborate with young people, their families, and wider support networks, offering personalised care through evidence-based interventions, psychoeducation, and tailored support. Your work will be instrumental in helping young people on their recovery journey, making a tangible difference to their well-being.

Main duties of the job

• Providing nurse-led assessments and interventions within an acute paediatric ward and Paediatric Assessment Unit.
• Offering community-based support post-discharge to aid recovery and help prevent hospital admissions.
• Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering a high standard of care to children and adolescents with eating disorders and their families.
• Providing clinical supervision and professional support to colleagues.
• Contributing to research, audits, and service development to enhance patient care.
• Delivering training, advice, and consultation to professionals across Somerset.
• Working autonomously, while collaborating closely with CAMHS and Paediatric services.

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people, contributing to their recovery journey and well-being within an acute hospital setting. If you're looking for a rewarding role that truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

About us

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:

• 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.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

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.