AHP Assistant Practitioner - Dietetics & Occupational Therapy

Job summary

The CYP Eating Disorders Intensive Support at Home (ED-ISH) is currently mobilising. This specialist provision delivers intensive, evidence-based care to children & young people experiencing moderate to severe eating disorders. The service model is designed to deliver intensive, flexible, and person-centred care for children & young people (CYP) with eating disorders, embedded within the existing Clinical Eating Disorders Service (CEDS) infrastructure.

Operating through a MDT working collaboratively to provide holistic, person-centred care, each professional brings their expertise to support physical health monitoring, nutritional rehabilitation, psychosocial interventions & occupational engagement, all tailored to the unique needs of each young person & their family.

• Intensive Home treatment-providing targeted support within the home environment
• In-reach support - In-reach sessions are delivered in schools, colleges, & other community settings to help CYP reintegrate into their daily lives while maintaining therapeutic progress.
• Meal support and psychoeducationfor young people & their families, promoting sustainable recovery at home.
• Multidisciplinary care planning and supervision, ensuring continuity & quality of care across settings.
• Training and consultation to professionals & carers, enhancing system-wide understanding & support for eating disorders.

Main duties of the job

• Support young people with daily routines, mealtimes, and structured therapeutic activities.
• Provide practical and emotional support to young people and families in line with individual care plans.
• Assist in delivery of therapeutic interventions and psychoeducational sessions under the supervision of qualified staff.
• Promote recovery, independence, and positive coping strategies.
• Observe, monitor, and report any changes in presentation, behaviour, or physical health to senior staff.

Contribute to creating a therapeutic and safe environment

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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