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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.
An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen within the CAMHS Tayside Eating Disorder Service for a compassionate, and forward-thinking UK Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our team as Team Leader.
This is your chance to shape and lead a specialist service making a real difference to the lives of children and young people across Tayside.
About the Service
Our specialist multi-disciplinary eating disorders team provides assessment and treatment for children and young people (under 18) experiencing eating disorders across Tayside.
We support a range of conditions including:
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Other related eating disorders
Our approach is holistic and person-centred, bringing together expertise from:
- Mental health nursing
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Dietetics
We are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that supports recovery and resilience.
About the Role
As Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in both the clinical and operational delivery of the service. This is a rewarding leadership position where you will:
- Provide strong clinical and professional nursing leadership
- Support day-to-day service delivery and team functioning
- Drive service development, innovation, and quality improvement
- Work collaboratively within a dedicated multi-disciplinary team
- Contribute to shaping the future direction of the service
You will report to the CAMHS Senior Nurse and CAMHS Management Team and be part of a supportive leadership structure.
About You
We are looking for someone who is resilient, and passionate about improving outcomes for young people.
You will be:
- A UK Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Experienced at Band 6 level
- Skilled within mental health and/or CAMHS settings
- Committed to ongoing professional development
- An effective leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving, and sometimes challenging environment
Most importantly, you will bring a person-centred, compassionate approach and a drive for continuous improvement.
Location
Base: Dudhope House, 15 Dudhope Terrace, Dundee, DD3 6HH
This role requires travel across NHS Tayside.
Informal Enquiries:
- Amanda Dineen, Team Leader
- Oonagh McPherson, Senior Nurse
- 01382 204004
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
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