Pulse Healthcare
Practitioner Psychologist - Eating Disorders
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JOB TITLE: CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST – EATING DISORDERS
Banding: Band 8a equivalent Location: The Lilac Tree Clinic, Sheffield Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Salary: £53,000 – £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Join a pioneering, newly established Eating Disorders Day Treatment Unit, where your expertise will directly impact the lives of adults on their recovery journey. This is a unique opportunity to work in a specialist, independent clinic offering evidence-based interventions in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. Located in the heart of Sheffield, the clinic operates in partnership with local healthcare providers and is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Practitioner Psychologist, you’ll be at the heart of patient care, delivering psychological assessments and therapies tailored to individuals with eating disorders. Your role will include:
- Conducting comprehensive psychological assessments
- Delivering CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based therapies
- Collaborating with psychiatrists, dietitians, nurses, and therapists
- Engaging patients and families with clear, compassionate communication
- Contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement
- Supporting staff training and mentoring junior clinicians
- Participating in research and integrating findings into practice
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BENEFITS
- Work within a specialist, independent clinic focused solely on eating disorders
- Be part of a new, dynamic multidisciplinary team
- Opportunities for research, training, and professional development
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative working culture
- Competitive salary and flexible working arrangements
- Access to clinical supervision and CPD funding
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
We welcome applications from candidates who meet most of the following criteria:
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy or equivalent)
- HCPC registration
- Experience in the psychological treatment of eating disorders
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities
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Desirable but not essential:
- Additional training in CBT, DBT, or eating disorder-specific therapies
- Experience in day treatment or inpatient settings
- Research experience or publications
If you’re passionate about making a difference, but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply directly through the Pulse website. Once submitted, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss your application and next steps.
WHY WORK WITH PULSE
Pulse is a leading provider of specialist healthcare recruitment. We offer:
- Dedicated support throughout your placement
- Access to exclusive roles across the UK
- Compliance and onboarding assistance
- Competitive pay rates and flexible contracts
REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS
We are committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.
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