Cognitive Behavioural Therapist

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Band 7 Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT Therapist) to join the Highland Eating Disorder Service on a full-time basis (36 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist CBT interventions for individuals with eating disorders, including CBT-E and related approaches
• Undertake comprehensive psychological assessments, risk assessments, and formulation of complex cases
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatry, dietetics, nursing, and support staff
• Offer consultation, supervision, and support to colleagues and partner services
• Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives

About You

• Holds a recognised CBT qualification (BABCP-accredited or accreditable)
• Significant post-qualification experience delivering CBT in a clinical setting
• Experience working with eating disorders or complex mental health presentations
• Strong risk assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Committed to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice

About the Service

The Highland Eating Disorder Service provides specialist assessment and treatment for individuals with eating disorders across a large and diverse geographical area.

What we offer

• Delivers person-centred, trauma-informed care
• Improves access to evidence-based treatments
• Develops innovative service models, including digital delivery
• Supports staff wellbeing, supervision, and professional growth

Equal Opportunities

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.