Job summary
Job
Title: Senior
Suicide Prevention Therapist
Salary: c.£38,000 per annum pro rata, plus
15% ILW
Hours: 22.5 hours over 3 days per week
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Contract
Type: Permanent
Location: London
Reports
to: Head of Centre
THE
OPPORTUNITY
As a Senior
Suicide Prevention Therapist, you will work closely with the Head of Centre to
provide strong clinical leadership and oversight while also delivering direct
therapeutic work with men experiencing suicidal crisis and their supporter(s).
You will play a key role in supporting the clinical team to deliver our unique
intervention and to co-produce effective, individualised safety plans to help
men remain safe.
This role
requires an experienced mental health professional or therapist with a strong
background in suicide prevention, excellent risk assessment and formulation
skills, and demonstrable experience of supervision, line management, and
leadership. Training, induction, and ongoing support will be provided by the
Head of Centre and the wider James Place team.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please
submit your CV with a cover letter of up to 2 sides of A4 explaining why you
are applying for this role to ASKHR@jamesplace.org.uk. It is important
to demonstrate you have the essential knowledge, skills and experience we are
looking for in your CV and cover letter. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
Closing date: 9am
on Friday 27th February 2026
Main duties of the job
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Senior Clinical
Duties
Work
as a duty therapist to triage and assess suitability of James Place referrals
daily
Take
full clinical responsibility of the men under James Place care, as a co-leader
of the clinical team and in consultation with Head of Centre
Lead
and support peer support sessions, caseload discussions and reflective practice
with the team
Create
an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and
be clear with clients about limits of confidentiality
Deputise
for the Head of Centre when required
About us
THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters
of those who die by suicide are men. James Place exists to save the lives of
men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently
offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool,
London and Newcastle.
James Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley
in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days
after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression
and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didnt find
it.
James' Place was
set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men
who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic
intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James
Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide
a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside
spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and
families.We have so far treated over 4,300 men who might otherwise have
been unable to access the support they desperately need.
In early 2026 we
will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham
will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Senior Clinical
Duties
Work
as a duty therapist to triage and assess suitability of James Place referrals
daily
Take
full clinical responsibility of the men under James Place care, as a co-leader
of the clinical team and in consultation with Head of Centre
Lead
and support peer support sessions, caseload discussions and reflective practice
with the team
Create
an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and
be clear with clients about limits of confidentiality
Deputise
for the Head of Centre when required
Clinical
Conduct
initial Welcome Assessments with men in a suicidal crisis, assessing risk and
the suitability of the James Place intervention and co-producing effective
safety plans
Deliver
our therapeutic intervention, building trust and exploring the reasons for
crisis
Use
the Lay Your Cards on the Table intervention to encourage men to talk about and
explore their feelings, attitudes and behaviours and develop positive coping
strategies
Escalate
care to appropriate services when necessary, including emergency services and secondary
mental health teams
Deliver
one-off guidance sessions to supporters of men under the James Place care
Work
collaboratively with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care
Undergo
clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor to reflect on clinical work
and raise any issues or concerns arising from work
Remain
up to date with developments in law, theories and research
Maintain
confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
Complete
session notes in a timely and effective manner
Participate
in continuous professional development and engage in training provided both
internally and externally
Support
the Clinical Administration team as and when necessary
Leadership
and Management
Manage,
support and lead Suicide Prevention Therapists, encouraging staff to develop
and grow
Conduct
regular probation reviews, monthly 1:1s and annual Personal Development Reviews
with staff
Conduct
therapist case reviews to ensure work is completed safely, effectively and in
accordance with James Place policies and procedures
Confidently identify and sensitively
communicate areas for development and
conduct performance management reviews when necessary
Demonstrate
and promote self-awareness and regularly dedicate time and space, inside and
outside of work, to keeping yourself and the team well
Provide
support to access training and other developmental activities
Support
staff wellbeing
Outreach
and Engagement
Work
alongside the Head of Centre to actively increase contact with local community
organisations able to refer to us or offer move on support for men completing
our intervention
Support the fundraising
team to bring potential supporters into our building and showcase our work,
including the facilitation of events
Values
Demonstrate
commitment to the James Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion,
Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Senior Clinical
Duties
Work
as a duty therapist to triage and assess suitability of James Place referrals
daily
Take
full clinical responsibility of the men under James Place care, as a co-leader
of the clinical team and in consultation with Head of Centre
Lead
and support peer support sessions, caseload discussions and reflective practice
with the team
Create
an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and
be clear with clients about limits of confidentiality
Deputise
for the Head of Centre when required
Clinical
Conduct
initial Welcome Assessments with men in a suicidal crisis, assessing risk and
the suitability of the James Place intervention and co-producing effective
safety plans
Deliver
our therapeutic intervention, building trust and exploring the reasons for
crisis
Use
the Lay Your Cards on the Table intervention to encourage men to talk about and
explore their feelings, attitudes and behaviours and develop positive coping
strategies
Escalate
care to appropriate services when necessary, including emergency services and secondary
mental health teams
Deliver
one-off guidance sessions to supporters of men under the James Place care
Work
collaboratively with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care
Undergo
clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor to reflect on clinical work
and raise any issues or concerns arising from work
Remain
up to date with developments in law, theories and research
Maintain
confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards
Complete
session notes in a timely and effective manner
Participate
in continuous professional development and engage in training provided both
internally and externally
Support
the Clinical Administration team as and when necessary
Leadership
and Management
Manage,
support and lead Suicide Prevention Therapists, encouraging staff to develop
and grow
Conduct
regular probation reviews, monthly 1:1s and annual Personal Development Reviews
with staff
Conduct
therapist case reviews to ensure work is completed safely, effectively and in
accordance with James Place policies and procedures
Confidently identify and sensitively
communicate areas for development and
conduct performance management reviews when necessary
Demonstrate
and promote self-awareness and regularly dedicate time and space, inside and
outside of work, to keeping yourself and the team well
Provide
support to access training and other developmental activities
Support
staff wellbeing
Outreach
and Engagement
Work
alongside the Head of Centre to actively increase contact with local community
organisations able to refer to us or offer move on support for men completing
our intervention
Support the fundraising
team to bring potential supporters into our building and showcase our work,
including the facilitation of events
Values
Demonstrate
commitment to the James Place values of Focus, Bravery, Respect, Compassion,
Professionalism, Collaboration and Hope through all aspects of work
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification(s)
- A Core Profession such as Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, counselling or practitioner psychologist registered with NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England
- or
- Accreditation as a psychological therapist, psychotherapist, or counsellor registered with BACP, UKCP, BABCP or equivalent, or have completed training and awaiting accreditation
- You must hold a relevant qualification to be considered for this role.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience of leading, supervising and developing a team or others
- Experience of holding supervision, reflective practice and/or case management with colleagues
- Experience of decision making, when asked by colleagues for advice and support
- Experience of triaging referrals and demonstrating accountability for decisions made
- Experience of modelling best practice to others and working to address issues of performance and competency when they arise
- Commitment to continued professional development and can evidence additional learning since completion of core training
- Demonstrable experience working with adults experiencing acute psychological distress
- Demonstrable knowledge of social and other factors which could lead to suicidal thinking and actions
- Demonstrable knowledge of the factors contributing to male suicide
- Evidence of being able to deliver a therapeutic session and work in a therapeutic environment
- Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult situations
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic interventions
- An ability to collaborate with clients in the development of a person centred, individual intervention plan
- An ability to engage clients in the intervention plan, overcoming barriers to communication
- Ability to conduct effective risk assessments and collaborative safety plans with men who are presenting with high risk of suicide, or be willing and able to learn how to do so
- Ability to identify if the James Place service is not adequate to maintain the persons safety and facilitate rapid transfer to the most appropriate service
- Ability to maintain boundaries within a time-limited intervention
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, using own initiative and confidence in decision making
- Strong time management
- Ability to maintain up to date client records in line with James Place standards
- Ability to maintain own personal safety and the safety of others within the centre
- Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding Procedures
- Values
- Commitment to clinical supervision
- Ability to engage with James Place values
- Ability to promote peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate commitment to co-production
- Ability to be transparent, honest and show discretion when needed
- Commitment to suicide prevention and working with men in a suicidal crisis
- Willingness to cover Head of Centre delegated duties when needed (e.g. leave and other absence)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification(s)
- A Core Profession such as Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, counselling or practitioner psychologist registered with NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England
- or
- Accreditation as a psychological therapist, psychotherapist, or counsellor registered with BACP, UKCP, BABCP or equivalent, or have completed training and awaiting accreditation
- You must hold a relevant qualification to be considered for this role.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Experience of leading, supervising and developing a team or others
- Experience of holding supervision, reflective practice and/or case management with colleagues
- Experience of decision making, when asked by colleagues for advice and support
- Experience of triaging referrals and demonstrating accountability for decisions made
- Experience of modelling best practice to others and working to address issues of performance and competency when they arise
- Commitment to continued professional development and can evidence additional learning since completion of core training
- Demonstrable experience working with adults experiencing acute psychological distress
- Demonstrable knowledge of social and other factors which could lead to suicidal thinking and actions
- Demonstrable knowledge of the factors contributing to male suicide
- Evidence of being able to deliver a therapeutic session and work in a therapeutic environment
- Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to manage difficult situations
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapeutic interventions
- An ability to collaborate with clients in the development of a person centred, individual intervention plan
- An ability to engage clients in the intervention plan, overcoming barriers to communication
- Ability to conduct effective risk assessments and collaborative safety plans with men who are presenting with high risk of suicide, or be willing and able to learn how to do so
- Ability to identify if the James Place service is not adequate to maintain the persons safety and facilitate rapid transfer to the most appropriate service
- Ability to maintain boundaries within a time-limited intervention
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload, using own initiative and confidence in decision making
- Strong time management
- Ability to maintain up to date client records in line with James Place standards
- Ability to maintain own personal safety and the safety of others within the centre
- Knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding Procedures
- Values
- Commitment to clinical supervision
- Ability to engage with James Place values
- Ability to promote peoples equality, diversity and rights
- Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate commitment to co-production
- Ability to be transparent, honest and show discretion when needed
- Commitment to suicide prevention and working with men in a suicidal crisis
- Willingness to cover Head of Centre delegated duties when needed (e.g. leave and other absence)
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.
