Job summary
University of Exeter - PGDip Psychological Therapies Practice
We have an
exciting opportunity to undertake training to become a Cognitive Behavioural
Therapist within Herefordshire NHS Talking Therapies.
The role is
suitable for applicants qualified in a core profession or who meet the
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes (KSA) outlined by the BABCP. Completed KSA
Portfolios must be submitted to the University at interview.
Successful
candidates will be expected to complete the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy High
Intensity Postgraduate Diploma with University of Exeter. The training commences
6th January 2025 consisting of 2 days University study and 3 days
supervised practice in service.
On
successful completion of the diploma you will be eligible to become accredited
with the BABCP and will be offered a permanent Band 7 High Intensity Therapist
post in the Service.
Supporting
Statement: Please provide a brief statement in support of your application for
the post of NHS Talking Therapies HI trainee with reference to the NHS Values
in accordance with the NHS Constitution. When completing this section, please
directly address the Expert by Experience. For your information, there may be
an Expert by Experience representative on the interview panel or involved in
the shortlisting process
Please consider the 2
year rule before applying for any further NHS funded training
Main duties of the job
A typical week will involve working autonomously and as part of a team.
Working within a hybrid model you will take a blended approach to home,
office-based working and attendance at University. Under supervision you will work collaboratively
with patients in your care to assess and provide psychological interventions
and support individuals to work towards recovery. You will maintain clear and
accurate clinical records and will be supported to embed learning and reflect
on practice via regular supervision. You will be recording clinical sessions
for academic purposes. You will be
offered regular opportunity for peer support. You will share an effective
interface both with your team and with relevant allied agencies within the care
pathway. Alongside managing a small
caseload, you will also be undertaking academic assignments. Preparation and
organisation will form a key part of your weekly structure.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Behave
consistently with and promote the values and beliefs of the organisation.
Act
as a role model to colleagues, seeking to maintain the highest standards of
professionalism.
Use
initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the
service provided to patients.
Be
accountable for own professional actions and matters of clinical judgement.
Will
provide High Intensity interventions and assessments whilst undertaking a
programme of training for this role.
Work within the service using newly developed clinical
skills whilst attending the training programme ensuring that you meet the
required clinical and educational components of the course.
Attend
regular clinical supervision and line management as required by the service.
Work
with patients from diverse populations and make reasonable adjustments to
enable equal opportunities for all.
For full details of
the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and
person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Behave
consistently with and promote the values and beliefs of the organisation.
Act
as a role model to colleagues, seeking to maintain the highest standards of
professionalism.
Use
initiative and take responsibility for the quality of their work and the
service provided to patients.
Be
accountable for own professional actions and matters of clinical judgement.
Will
provide High Intensity interventions and assessments whilst undertaking a
programme of training for this role.
Work within the service using newly developed clinical
skills whilst attending the training programme ensuring that you meet the
required clinical and educational components of the course.
Attend
regular clinical supervision and line management as required by the service.
Work
with patients from diverse populations and make reasonable adjustments to
enable equal opportunities for all.
For full details of
the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and
person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be qualified and registered in the appropriate core profession as determined by the training body, Nursing (RMN or Learning Disability), Social work, Occupational Therapy, Arts Therapy, Teacher of Special Education/Needs with additional counselling/ psychotherapy training, Psychotherapy/ Psychotherapeutic Counselling with UKCP Registration, Counselling with BACP Accreditation, Probation Services (DipPS), Psychiatrist or General Practitioner Or (for CBT trainees only) Evidence of meeting knowledge, skills and attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work/family and other external factors and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate and able to articulate clear and concise clinical notes.
- Ability to construct clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Ability to meet agreed/ specified service targets.
- Ability to convert theory to practice.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of conducting accurate and detailed clinical assessments and management of risk
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working in a service with patients who have mild/moderate mental health problems
- Worked within a service whereby agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Experience of working within a stepped care service for anxiety and depression
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multi-cultural setting
- Evidence of foundation level or sustained CPD in CBT
- Evidence of using CBT techniques in practice
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to commit to 100% attendance of the appropriate training course.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Evidence of values that are consistent with the NHS constitution.
- Evidence of interpersonal skills to engage and develop working alliances with colleagues and patients
- Evidence of an openness to learning new knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be qualified and registered in the appropriate core profession as determined by the training body, Nursing (RMN or Learning Disability), Social work, Occupational Therapy, Arts Therapy, Teacher of Special Education/Needs with additional counselling/ psychotherapy training, Psychotherapy/ Psychotherapeutic Counselling with UKCP Registration, Counselling with BACP Accreditation, Probation Services (DipPS), Psychiatrist or General Practitioner Or (for CBT trainees only) Evidence of meeting knowledge, skills and attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work/family and other external factors and the impact it can have on mental health.
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate and able to articulate clear and concise clinical notes.
- Ability to construct clear reports and letters to referrers.
- Ability to meet agreed/ specified service targets.
- Ability to convert theory to practice.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working within mental health services
- Experience of conducting accurate and detailed clinical assessments and management of risk
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working in a service with patients who have mild/moderate mental health problems
- Worked within a service whereby agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
- Experience of working within a stepped care service for anxiety and depression
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multi-cultural setting
- Evidence of foundation level or sustained CPD in CBT
- Evidence of using CBT techniques in practice
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to commit to 100% attendance of the appropriate training course.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Evidence of values that are consistent with the NHS constitution.
- Evidence of interpersonal skills to engage and develop working alliances with colleagues and patients
- Evidence of an openness to learning new knowledge and skills
Desirable
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
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).
