Job summary Do you have lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder? The Sussex Eating Disorder Service (SEDS) is developing an exciting new Inpatient Transition Pathway (ITP) to improve patient experience by minimising episodes of inpatient care and transforming transitions between community and inpatient services. The ITP will be based within SEDS, an outpatient service delivering NICE recommended treatments and aims to provide the best possible care to adults living with eating disorders. The role of the Eating Disorders Peer Support Worker (PSW) has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder(s) and have ideally accessed support through an eating disorders inpatient service in relation to this. The PSW will be a positive role model, demonstrating empathy and using parts of their own story to inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. As an integral and highly valued member of our multi-disciplinary team, the PSP will provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to service users, empowering them to regain control over their lives, building on a person's own abilities and individual strengths. They will also encourage and support service users to use community resources that are available to them and support the Eating Disorders Service with developing links with these resources. Main duties of the job Main responsibilities of the role: To work with SEDS ITP colleagues with the aim of preventing admission to hospital and/or facilitate timely discharge home. To model/mentor a recovery process and demonstrate coping skills, using own experience, using parts of your recovery story to inspire hope in others where appropriate To actively contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to the shared formulation and ongoing treatment plans of clients. Work alongside and communicate effectively with other members of the MDT and wider services. To communicate effectively with family members and carers supporting a systemic approach to treatment and care plans. To engage in co-production activities or projectsand co-produce / co-facilitate groups (where possible) To work autonomously with the support of your line manager whilst being aware of limitations of own role. To undertake any other such duties as may reasonably fall within the remit of the post, as required by the Manager/Supervisor About us We are committed to supporting staff well-being. We have close links with the local universities and support the training schemes, providing high quality student placements. The trust is committed to strong integrated, collaborative leadership between managers and clinicians. Your benefits: Access to full psychological support, via our internal wellbeing team Excellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and development Access to a host of discount schemes A position within a trust rated as 'Outstanding' for caring and 'Good' overall by the CQC Excellent NHS Pension Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 27 days 8 bank holidays) About the Trust: We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people, and adults across Sussex. SPFT is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by CQC. In our staff survey: 82% agree that care for patients is our top priority 70% highlight flexible working opportunities as key to satisfaction at work 79% report feeling able to make improvement to improve the work within their team 77% identify opportunities to show initiative in their roles About Sussex: Sussex is easily accessible from London, Gatwick, Surrey, and Hampshire and is a beautiful county with good transport links, vibrant communities and tourist attractions, including the Coast and the South Downs. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata for part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Job share Reference number 354-AC-21109-A Job locations SEDS, East Brighton Mental Health Centre, Brighton General Hospital Elm Grove Sussex BN2 3EW Job description Job responsibilities REQUIREMENTS Successful applications will be required to have: Lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder(s) Experience of successfully managing personal mental health and recovery Experience working as part of a team Knowledge of Peer Support, Recovery and Wellbeing in mental health and ability to apply this throughout your work Good level of secondary education to GCSE level, or equivalent experience Level of educational attainment to NVQ 3 / AS Level or equivalent experience Willingness to undertake further training relevant to and in line with the development of peer support role To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to get fully vaccinated against COVID. Job description Job responsibilities REQUIREMENTS Successful applications will be required to have: Lived experience of recovery from an eating disorder(s) Experience of successfully managing personal mental health and recovery Experience working as part of a team Knowledge of Peer Support, Recovery and Wellbeing in mental health and ability to apply this throughout your work Good level of secondary education to GCSE level, or equivalent experience Level of educational attainment to NVQ 3 / AS Level or equivalent experience Willingness to undertake further training relevant to and in line with the development of peer support role To protect the health and safety of our staff/workers, patients, and those attending our sites, we encourage our workforce to get fully vaccinated against COVID. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Health care or relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent skills acquired through experience or formal teaching qualification A recognised Peer Support qualification Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning Knowledge / Experience Essential Significant experience of working with people with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity in health/social care/teaching setting Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties Experience of working with groups/activities Person Specification Qualifications Essential Health care or relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent skills acquired through experience or formal teaching qualification A recognised Peer Support qualification Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning Knowledge / Experience Essential Significant experience of working with people with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity in health/social care/teaching setting Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties Experience of working with groups/activities 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address SEDS, East Brighton Mental Health Centre, Brighton General Hospital Elm Grove Sussex BN2 3EW Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)