About the Service
This is an exciting opportunity to join the National and Specialist CAMHS OCD, BDD and Related Disorders Service. The service is nationally and internationally renowned in the field of paediatric OCD, BDD and related disorders and is at the forefront of research and clinical practice developments. It provides specialist assessment and treatment for children with OCD, BDD, and related disorders. The post‑holder will work closely with Clinical Psychologists, a part‑time Consultant Psychiatrist, and trainees from a variety of disciplines, and will be involved in all aspects of the service, including clinical work, research and service development.
Key Responsibilities
- The post‑holder will carry their own caseload and work with children, young people and their families with OCD, BDD and related disorders.
- They will take part in multi‑disciplinary assessments and deliver manualised CBT for the disorders, with an opportunity to train in this treatment approach as required by service need. They will also provide support to address physical health needs arising from OCD.
- The post‑holder may need to provide consultation to other agencies or services.
- They will contribute to ongoing service developments and research within the clinic and may take a lead role in some projects.
Location
The post is based at the Michael Rutter Centre for Children and Young People, on the Maudsley Hospital site. Our Trust headquarters are located at Denmark Hill, less than 5 minutes from the train station (zone 2) and within walking distance of the green spaces of Ruskin Park and the high‑street with shopping, restaurants and other amenities. Services are provided nationally and the post‑holder would be expected to offer home or ward‑based treatment where clinically indicated. (Due to move to the Pears Maudsley Children and Young People (PMCYP) at the Maudsley Hospital in early 2026)
Flexible Working
We are one of the few Trusts in London to offer flexible working as part of our new ways of working. The role operates Monday to Friday within 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with a maximum of 7.5 hours per day. Flexibility may include early mornings, late evenings or Saturdays as part of the core working hours/pattern for this post.
Job Purpose
- To provide specialist assessments and interventions to children and young people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, including treatment planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. The post‑holder may also be required to provide consultation to other agencies or services, for example working alongside inpatient teams to deliver specialist OCD care.
- To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by creating a psychologically safe environment.
- To undertake service evaluation, audit and research.
Essential Requirements
- First‑level nursing qualification and registration with a statutory body. (A/I)
- Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment of children and young people with OCD, BDD and related disorders. (A/I)
- Knowledge of assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, including provision of CBT. (A/I)
- Ability to communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues, overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information. (A/I)
- Knowledge that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities, gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience. (A/I)
- Ability to work effectively within a multi‑disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles. (A/I)
This advert closes on Thursday 23 Apr 2026.
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