Join Orri as a Somatic Therapist | London (Part-Time)
Wimpole Street, London
Permanent | Part-Time (15 hours per week)
At Orri, we believe recovery is possible for everyone.
We’re looking for an experienced, compassionate Somatic Therapist to join our outstanding multidisciplinary team at the UK’s only specialist eating disorder clinic rated overall ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver body-based therapeutic interventions within a specialist eating disorder service recognised for innovation and exceptional clinical care.
Working across our Day Treatment and Outpatient services, you’ll support clients to:
- Develop greater nervous system regulation
- Reconnect safely with their bodies
- Process trauma where appropriate
- Strengthen embodiment throughout recovery
You’ll deliver both individual and group interventions while collaborating closely with psychologists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists, dietitians, occupational therapists, nurses and family therapists.
We’re Looking For
You will have:
- A recognised qualification in Somatic Therapy, Body Psychotherapy, Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing®, or another recognised body-based modality.
- Registration or accreditation with an appropriate professional body (e.g. UKCP, HCPC, BACP or equivalent).
- Experience supporting adults and/or adolescents with eating disorders or complex mental health presentations.
- Strong trauma-informed practice and knowledge of nervous system regulation.
- Experience facilitating therapeutic groups.
- Excellent collaborative and communication skills.
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) training or accreditation is desirable.
Benefits:
- Working for a CQC rated ‘Outstanding’ service in all 5 areas
- Monday to Friday work pattern
- 33 days annual leave including bank holidays and the service closure over Christmas
- Significant opportunity to lead in service development and expansion with particular focus on client safety and care
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption package
- Enhanced disclosure check cost covered
- Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
- Online benefits and cashback rewards schemes
- Contributory pension scheme with salary sacrifice options.
- Free Statutory and Mandatory Training
- Free professional development and CPD certified training
- Two annual corporate events plus additional ad hoc social events throughout the year
- Career development opportunities
Apply today and help make recovery possible.
Orri operates a smoke-free policy across all premises and grounds.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All appointments are subject to appropriate background checks.
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