About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Qualified Nursing Associate who would like to specialise in eating disorders and join our team. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time position, 12-month fixed term, starting September/October 2026.The postholder will provide nursing input to young people receiving inpatient treatment for eating disorders at Southwest London and St. George's Mental Health Trust.
The successful applicant will work alongside registered mental health nurses and other multidisciplinary team members. The applicant will work with a caseload of young people with eating disorders, join assessments, deliver therapeutic interventions, and work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Additionally, the role includes providing therapeutic eating support, continuous professional development, and collaborative work with other nursing staff, doctors, students, and other healthcare professionals.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of eating disorder treatment within a supportive and dynamic environment.
Main duties of the job
o To provide nursing care to young people receiving eating disorder treatment at Springfield hospital. o To work collaboratively with the team in the management of eating disorders to the multidisciplinary teamo To provide therapeutic eating support to young people, carers and families on nutritional issues relating to mental health. o To contribute to the development of care plans that reflect young people's needs, working in partnership with the wider MDT and their families.o To work across the ED service and provide cover as necessary depending on service needs
About us
Unless expressly stated in the job advert this role is not subject to sponsorship, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UK.
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
Job description Job responsibilities
The Nursing Associate / Assistant Practitioner will deliver high quality,personalised, compassionate care to service users. They will becompetent to carry out tasks without direct supervision and will have anawareness of when to ask for guidance. They will be supervised by aRegistered Nurse.
The Nursing Associate / Associate Practitioner will have completed a setof competency assessments and training that supports their practice.
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Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
Foundation Degree - or studying towards or equivalent level of educational attainment Completion of Care Certificate and acquired competencies English and Mathematics basic qualifications (eg GCSE at Grade C or above or evidence of Level 2 in Functional skills for numeracy and literacy)
Experience & Knowledge Essential
and Knowledge Clinical experience minimum 1 year and experience of engaging with service users / patients Knowledge of treatment options.
Desirable
Experience in different clinical care settings Experience in supervision of staff
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.
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Employer details Employer name South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust
Address Springfield University Hospital
Springfield Drive
London
SW17 0YF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)