We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and flexible family therapist to contribute to the FEDs (Feeding and Eating Disorders Service) at a time of change and development. There will be opportunities to contribute to service developments within the FEDS team itself as well as in the Family Therapy stream more widely. It is an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills working with experienced colleagues.
In addition to FEDS, the post holder would join a team of six family therapists who are part of Psychological Services and who work as part of GOSH mental health services and with paediatric specialities across the wider hospital.
The successful candidate will be working in the Feeding and Eating Disorders Service (FEDS). The work includes direct therapeutic work, consultation, supervision, teaching and training. It may also include consultation to wider networks and services. In addition to which, there will be opportunities to the service's ongoing development.
At the same time, there are opportunities to gain experience working alongside other experienced Family Therapy and other colleagues across the hospital. Family Therapy is highly valued at GOSH and professional development is encouraged and well supported.
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
As a Trust we are taking active steps in our anti-racist and anti-oppressive practice in all aspects of our work. As part of this we are very keen to reflect the diverse communities we serve and so would particularly welcome candidates from Black and global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported Reach (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage), LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women’s staff networks. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Claire Dempster
Job title: Consultant Lead Family Therapist
Email address: claire.dempster@gosh.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 02074059200
Ext. x1249
Contact For Further Information
Dr Philippa Buckley
Consultant Psychiatrist, FEDS (Feeding & Eating Disorders Service)
Philippa.buckley@gosh.nhs.uk
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