Assistant Psychologist - eating disorders team

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Assistant Psychologist to join our specialist CAMHS Eating Disorder team in Portsmouth, on a fixed term 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience working with children and young people experiencing eating disorders, as well as their families, within a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team. You will work under supervision of qualified psychologist to deliver evidence-based care, assist with assessments and intervention, and contribute to service development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for psychology graduates seeking to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge before pursuing further training, such as Clinical Psychology doctorate programmes.Main duties of the job

• Assist in the psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for children and young people with eating disorders under supervision.
• Support the delivery of evidence base interventions, including psychoeducation, FT-AN, group work, parent groups, and individual sessions, as direct by a qualified psychologist.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, paediatricians, dietitians, family therapists, nurses and support workers to support patient care and recovery.
• Under take audit, research and service evaluation projects to inform best practice within the team.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions and training to support professional development.
  
  Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.