Job summary
The primary focus for the post holder will be leading on the day-to-day delivery of and working with patients accessing treatment on the Eating Disorders Intensive Community Treatment unit (EDICT). This day service operates 9.30-4.30pm Monday to Friday to support patients within the community. The post holder will also contribute to, and is part of, the broader community team. The vision for the service is for the pathways to integrate and for staff to work across them all.
There is considerable current focus on and investment in eating disorders services, as supported by the Mental Health Investment Standard. The vision is to transform the eating disorders service and this is part of a national vision, with many initiatives and much support within the East of England region. We are closely aligned with the Specialist Eating Disorder Unit (SEDU) beds within the Provider Collaborative in region.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Registered Nurse - Mental Health
- 2 years post registration experience working in the mental health field
- Understanding responsibilities under the Care programme Approach, Mental Capacity Act, Clinical Governance, Risk Assessment and Child Protection Legislation
- Ability to analyse and present complex information to professional colleagues
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
Informal queries and visits are welcome
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details, please refer to the Job Discrption and Person Specification attached to the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details, please refer to the Job Discrption and Person Specification attached to the advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Mental Health
Desirable
- Qualification at degree level or relevant experience
Knowledge
Essential
- 2 years post registration experience in mental Health
- Understanding of responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983
- Understanding responsibilities under the Care programme Approach, Mental Capacity Act, Clinical Governance, Risk Assessment and Child Protection Legislation
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional/personal development2
- Knowledge of community mental health services
- Knowledge of physical & psychological aspects of eating disorders
Skills/experience
Essential
- Evidence of co-ordinating care for a group of patients
- Evidence of personal leadership skills
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with eating disorders
- Skills in working with ambivalence to change
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Mental Health
Desirable
- Qualification at degree level or relevant experience
Knowledge
Essential
- 2 years post registration experience in mental Health
- Understanding of responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983
- Understanding responsibilities under the Care programme Approach, Mental Capacity Act, Clinical Governance, Risk Assessment and Child Protection Legislation
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional/personal development2
- Knowledge of community mental health services
- Knowledge of physical & psychological aspects of eating disorders
Skills/experience
Essential
- Evidence of co-ordinating care for a group of patients
- Evidence of personal leadership skills
Desirable
- Experience of working with people with eating disorders
- Skills in working with ambivalence to change
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Northgate Centre, Colchester
North Station Road
COLCHESTER
CO1 1RB
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
