Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Adult Eating Disorders MH Nurse (B5/B6 Development Role)

The closing date is 08 June 2025

Job summary

Adult Eating Disorders Service - Exciting New Opportunity with Investment in Growth

We are a dynamic and growing organisation committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals facing eating disorders. With new investment fuelling our expansion, we are excited to offer an incredible opportunity for professionals passionate about eating disorder recovery. As we expand our services and enhance our treatment programs, we are seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join our team.

The Role:

As an Adult Eating Disorder Specialist, you will be part of a supportive and innovative environment, working with individuals affected by eating disorders. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing high-quality care to adults on their recovery journey. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team, providing assessments, tailored treatment plans, and therapeutic support to our clients.

Main duties of the job

To discharge professional responsibilities under the Mental Health Act (1983) and revised subsequent act Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the NMC Professional Code of Conduct

Carry own caseload and undertake holistic assessments including risk of the client's needs, either individually or in identified complex cases jointly with another member of the outpatient team. Provide comprehensive risk assessment.

Work collaboratively with, and liaise with any associated agencies i.e. Social Care, Specialist Eating General Hospital, CMHRS etc and other appropriate agencies/professionals/carer to ensure best outcome for the client.

Act as a Care Coordinator for agreed case load to ensure each person has a defined care plan to meet their needs care is delivered in line with Trust policies.

Regularly attend MDT meetings and other agency meetings as required.

Work independently and co-work with other members of the team.

Take responsibility for maintaining accurate and timely records of all work undertaken in accordance with Trust policies and legal requirements.

Participate in research/audit/reviews and other initiatives in accordance with clinical governance to promote an evidence-based practice.

Provide statistical information on all activity undertaken, in line with Trust procedures.

Have basic IT skills and Data entry skills to enter clinical information on the data bases.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Date posted

22 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,469 to £47,084 a year Incl. 5% Fringe HCAS, pa, pro rata.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

325-7185474-CYPS-AED

Job locations

Farnham Road Hospital

Ludlow Road

Guildford

GU2 7LX

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description document attached for more information on the requirements for this job.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description document attached for more information on the requirements for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Registration as an RMN

Desirable

Band 6 - Mentor preparation or teaching and assessing in clinical practice

Experience

Essential

Band 5 - At least 1 years experience working with people with mental health (this can be pre-qualification) and definite knowledge of eating disorders.
Band 6 - 18 months - 2 years post qualification experience of working with adults with moderate to severe eating disorder difficulties in outpatients, day care or a community setting.

Desirable

Experience of supporting students on placement
Knowledge of Child Protection and Adult Protection
Good written and oral communication skills
Good time management skills
Ability to move and handle lightweight load

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Registration as an RMN

Desirable

Band 6 - Mentor preparation or teaching and assessing in clinical practice

Experience

Essential

Band 5 - At least 1 years experience working with people with mental health (this can be pre-qualification) and definite knowledge of eating disorders.
Band 6 - 18 months - 2 years post qualification experience of working with adults with moderate to severe eating disorder difficulties in outpatients, day care or a community setting.

Desirable

Experience of supporting students on placement
Knowledge of Child Protection and Adult Protection
Good written and oral communication skills
Good time management skills
Ability to move and handle lightweight load

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.