Psychologist – Eating Disorders (Private Hospital)

Job information

  • Job reference: 35344
  • Location: Greater London
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychologists
  • Published: August 11, 2026
Job reference: 35344
Consultant: Declan Connor

Role: Locum Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Location: Central London (Private Healthcare Provider)

Setting: Inpatient & Day Therapy

Working Pattern: 3 days per week (must include Friday)

Duration: Long-term maternity cover

Start Date: Mid-August

About the Role

A prestigious private healthcare provider in Central London is seeking a Locum Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to cover a long-term maternity placement starting mid-August.

This role involves managing an individual caseload and delivering tailored one-to-one therapy across both inpatient and day therapy settings. You will also lead structured group therapy sessions, working as an integral part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage an individual clinical caseload, delivering high-quality one-to-one psychological therapy across inpatient and day patient services.

  • Facilitate and lead group therapy sessions tailored to service user needs.

  • Implement structured evidence-based frameworks, particularly within eating disorder pathways.

  • Collaborate closely with the wider clinical team to support care planning, risk management, and clinical evaluations.

Key Requirements

  • Professional Credentials: Fully qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with HCPC registration.

  • Specialised Experience: Experience working with eating disorders is highly desirable.

  • Therapeutic Frameworks: Familiarity or training in specialised frameworks such as MANTRA, CBT-E, or CBT-ED is strongly preferred.

  • Availability: Able to commit to 3 days per week (including Fridays) starting mid-August.

How to Apply

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