Job summary
We are delighted to be seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated individual who will support the IPT-A Operational Lead on the CYP IAPT IPT-A PG Certificate.
The post is based at the GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre (PTTC) which is renowned for providing high quality training to students in evidence-based psychological therapies across the North West region and beyond. This course will provide training in the knowledge and key skills required to become an IPT-A Accredited Therapist. This is an exciting opportunity to join our multi-disciplinary team and to work collaboratively within our established and highly regarded psychological therapies training programmes.
Prospective candidates will have substantial experience of delivering IPT-A and supervision. We are looking to recruit a tutor with knowledge and experience of teaching/training and supervision, individually and in both large and small groups. Applicants will need a demonstrable interest in IPT-A research and knowledge and understanding of the training in IPT-A practice.
The successful candidate must be registered with the IPT UK as an IPT Therapist and Supervisor, hold a relevant undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and have experience in delivering this therapy with Adolescents.
This is an initial fixed term post for one year. Secondment can be offered with the agreement of an applicant's existing employer.
2 posts available - 0.4 WTE (2 days) each.
Main duties of the job
To support the Programme Lead with the delivery, development and evaluation of the Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Adolescents (IPT-A) pathway of a high quality Postgraduate Certificate programme in Evidence Based Practice for Children & Young People (CYP) for mental health, health and social care professionals working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) or equivalent, as part of the CYP Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (CYP IAPT) project.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for details.
Staff Benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for details.
Staff Benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Qualification in one of the main mental health, health or social care professions with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience in mental health relevant settings
- Accredited Therapist and Supervisor with IPT UK
Desirable
- Qualifications in training/ education and clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering IPT-A therapy and supervision to a range of other professionals.
- General teaching or training experience
Desirable
- Teaching or training experience in IPT-A
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development in IPT-A
Desirable
- Familiarity with multi-media equipment relevant to training environments
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively in a range of modalities and to students of varying levels of knowledge
- Ability to evaluate highly complex situations that require analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options (e.g. formulation of complex clinical problems) within the IPT-A model and to advise other professionals regarding these.
- Good word processing, MS Teams and PowerPoint skills
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Qualification in one of the main mental health, health or social care professions with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience in mental health relevant settings
- Accredited Therapist and Supervisor with IPT UK
Desirable
- Qualifications in training/ education and clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering IPT-A therapy and supervision to a range of other professionals.
- General teaching or training experience
Desirable
- Teaching or training experience in IPT-A
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development in IPT-A
Desirable
- Familiarity with multi-media equipment relevant to training environments
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively in a range of modalities and to students of varying levels of knowledge
- Ability to evaluate highly complex situations that require analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options (e.g. formulation of complex clinical problems) within the IPT-A model and to advise other professionals regarding these.
- Good word processing, MS Teams and PowerPoint skills
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
