Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

The closing date is 13 February 2026

Job summary

We are looking for a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) to join our friendly and forward-thinking NHS Northamptonshire Talking Therapies service. We're looking for a PWP who enjoys connecting with people, works well in a busy environment, and brings both compassion and enthusiasm to their role.

This role is perfect if you enjoy working with people, thrive in a supportive team environment, and want to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.

You'll deliver evidence-based, low-intensity interventions and play a vital role in helping people understand and manage their mental health--whether face-to-face, online, or over the phone. No two days are the same, but every day is rewarding.

As a PWP, you'll be a key part of someone's recovery journey.You'll help people find hope, build coping strategies, and feel empowered to move forward.And you'll do all this in a team that laughs together, supports each other, and genuinely cares.

If you want to feel part of something bigger and do work you can be proud of... we'd love to welcome, you. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The roles across various sites in Northamptonshire

Main duties of the job

The role

Conduct patient-centred assessments to identify appropriate support
Provide low-intensity CBT-based interventions (including guided self-help & psychoeducation)
Carry out risk assessments and manage caseloads using a stepped-care approach
Create shared treatment plans delivered through a variety of modalities
Work closely with high-intensity therapists, employment advisors, and admin
Liaise with other agencies and signpost to external support where needed
Maintain accurate clinical records and use outcome measures to guide decisions
Participate in case management and clinical supervision
Contribute to continuous service improvement

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Graduate or postgraduate certificate in Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions
Experience within a Talking Therapies/IAPT service
Skilled in delivering low-intensity CBT interventions
Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Basic IT skills (e.g., Word, data systems)

Desirable Experience

Qualifications in psychology, counselling, nursing, OT, or social work
Experience using IAPTUS or similar systems
Additional mental health-related training

Personal Attributes

Approachable, empathetic, and able to communicate openly
Reflective, motivated, and eager to develop professionally
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Able to work flexibly within a team
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice

About us

We put the person at the centre of everything we do, so if you want to work for a Trust that makes a difference; this is the place for you.

We know that our staff are our biggest asset, and we want to do all we can to support their wellbeing. From being part of Time to Change and ensuring we are Living Wage employer, to creating networks to support our diverse staff body and celebrating through our Quality Awards. teamNHFT promotes a close-knit culture with the aim of empowering people to challenge stigma and speak openly.

Anyone can apply for a job at NHFT. No matter age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. All are welcome to apply.

In our last two Care Quality Commission (CQC) reports we have been rated outstanding, and we are only the third mental health Trust in the country to receive this.

We can't wait to meet you.

Date posted

02 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours

Reference number

270-TG485-MH-A

Job locations

Various

Various across Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

NN17 2UR

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

PG Cert LI Interventions

Desirable

Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Social Work
Psychology degree
Other psychological or other health-related degree
Counselling

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 18 months working with people with a common mental health problem
Minimum of 12 months working in a Talking Therapies service

Desirable

of working in a primary care mental health service
of working in the local community

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

PG Cert LI Interventions

Desirable

Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Social Work
Psychology degree
Other psychological or other health-related degree
Counselling

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 18 months working with people with a common mental health problem
Minimum of 12 months working in a Talking Therapies service

Desirable

of working in a primary care mental health service
of working in the local community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.