Job summary We are looking for a psychology graduate with an interest in working with adults with eating disorders to cover maternity leave for an Assistant Psychologist. You will join an experienced and highly motivated Adult Specialist Eating Disorder Service to deliver responsive and effective care for patients with these conditions. You will be a part of a well established and extremely supportive psychology team, which includes a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Specialist Clinical Psychologist, CBT therapist, Clinical Associate Psychologists and other Assistant Psychologists. Main duties of the job You will be contributing to the assessment and treatment of adults with eating disorders, using a wide range of skills and methods. There will be opportunity for individual case work, group work and audit and research under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist. There will be opportunity to receive training in evidence based eating disorder treatments such as CBT-T and guided self help. You will be a motivated individual with an undergraduate degree in psychology (2:1) and BPS Graduate Basis for Registration, who can work in a team and is passionate about working with people with mental health problems. Individuals applying will require a positive attitude to work and will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. About us Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount Pension scheme Lease car scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-OA7083162 Job locations Savernake Hospital London Rd Marlborough SN8 3HL Job description Job responsibilities You will be a part of a team of assistant psychologists delivering 1:1 and group standardised interventions such as CBT-T and Guided Self Help for eating disorders. Your role will involve assisting in specialist assessments and delivering psychometric tests. You will carry out research and data analysis, including being a part of service improvement and evaluation projects. You will engage in regular individual as well as group clinical supervision as well as continuing training and skills development are also important aspects of the role. For further details please see the attached job description and person specification documents. Job description Job responsibilities You will be a part of a team of assistant psychologists delivering 1:1 and group standardised interventions such as CBT-T and Guided Self Help for eating disorders. Your role will involve assisting in specialist assessments and delivering psychometric tests. You will carry out research and data analysis, including being a part of service improvement and evaluation projects. You will engage in regular individual as well as group clinical supervision as well as continuing training and skills development are also important aspects of the role. For further details please see the attached job description and person specification documents. Person Specification Qualifications Essential An upper second class honours degree or higher in BSC Psychology. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. Experience Essential Previous experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or other disabilities. Desirable An interest in working with people with eating disorders and complex emotional problems. Personal Qualities Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. An ability to interact with people with mental health problems. Person Specification Qualifications Essential An upper second class honours degree or higher in BSC Psychology. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society. Experience Essential Previous experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or other disabilities. Desirable An interest in working with people with eating disorders and complex emotional problems. Personal Qualities Essential An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines. An ability to interact with people with mental health problems. 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. Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Savernake Hospital London Rd Marlborough SN8 3HL Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)