Support Worker in Children's Eating Disorders
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
10 September 2026
9 days left
Job description
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Support Worker to join our specialist Children and Young People's Eating Disorders Service. This rewardin...
Systems and Equipment
- Input patient related data into appropriate clinical system such as Rio.
- Observe and record data using appropriate methods, tools and technology, including performing simple audits or surveys and assisting with occasional clinical trials or research projects.
Decisions and Judgements
- Identifies, minimizes and reports risks of danger, harm and abuse to senior colleagues
- Works with other Trust services to promote seamless service-user focused care, transfer and discharge on identified care pathways including accepting routine referrals during the day.
- Works in partnership with service-users to assist them in identifying activities that are meaningful to them and that support agreed health outcomes.
- Regularly supports service-users to access a range of activities and services to maintain their independence and promote their recovery.
- Regularly provides advice and guidance - promoting healthy activities and lifestyle choices.
Communication and Relationships
- Communicates with service-users and carers, all members of the multi-disciplinary team and staff in external agencies using a variety of methods including Information Technology.
- Relates appropriately with service-users, carers, colleagues and others - at all times
This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
For more information relating to this vacancy please refer to the job description and job specification
You will need to travel independently over a large geographical area and will require suitable transport
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Interest in working with CYP
Essential
- Interest in working with CYP
Understanding of eating disorders
Essential
- understanding eating disorders
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
29 August 2026
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