Locum CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6) - Eating Disorders Team - �26 p/h - Birmingham
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner looking for your next locum opportunity in Birmingham ? We have a fantastic position available within a specialist Eating Disorders Team , offering excellent pay and flexibility.
Job Title: CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6) Location: Birmingham Duration: 3 months ongoing Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Start Date: ASAP End Date: Ongoing Rate of Pay: �26 per hour Contact: Ozan Topbas - 020 3475 4175 / otopbas@hg-mh.com
What You'll Be Doing:
You'll be joining a specialist CAMHS Eating Disorders Team , supporting children and young people with moderate to severe eating disorders. In this rewarding role, you will:
Undertake specialist assessments for children and adolescents with eating disorders, including AN, BN, ARFID, and OSFED
Deliver evidence-based interventions , including CBT-E, MANTRA, and family-based therapy (FT-AN)
Monitor physical and psychological risk and contribute to multi-agency safety planning
Work closely with families and carers to promote recovery and engagement in treatment
Collaborate with dietitians, paediatricians, psychiatrists, and other team members within the MDT
Provide clinical input in reviews, care planning, and school reintegration where appropriate
Maintain clear, timely and accurate documentation in line with Trust and professional standards
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
A current and valid NMC, HCPC or Social Work England registration
Experience working in a CAMHS setting , ideally with an Eating Disorders caseload
Strong clinical assessment, formulation, and risk management skills
Familiarity with NICE guidelines and evidence-based treatments for eating disorders
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage young people and their families
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This role requires availability from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM . The initial contract is for 3 months , with strong potential for extension depending on service needs.
Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?
Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, CAMHS Practitioners, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.
With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating , we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We're also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For .
The Benefits of Working with Us:
? Fast & simple locum registration - get set up quickly ? A network of like-minded mental health professionals ? Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll ? Specialist consultants who understand your field ? Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities ? CV marketing & business development support ? Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD
