Job summary
Join the Turning Point Talking Therapies Team
At Turning Point, were passionate about improving mental health and
wellbeing in our local communities. As part of the national NHS Talking
Therapies programme, we offer evidence-based support to adults experiencing
depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, and related difficulties. We are now
recruiting for our next cohort of Trainee High-Intensity CBT Therapists to
begin training in March 2026.
Please apply DIRECTLY on our website using the link provided in the supporting links section.
Main duties of the job
This is a salaried, full-time training post leading to a position as a
qualified cognitive-behavioural therapist with a Postgraduate Diploma in
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from the University of Hull. In your training
year, you will study at university for two days per week and spend the
remaining three days working in-service across the Wakefield and Five Towns
area.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are passionate about
evidence-based therapy and eager to support people in their recovery from
common mental health problems.
Your Future at Turning Point
On successful completion of your training year, you will transition into the
role of a High-Intensity Therapist, joining our experienced, successful, and
well-established CBT team.
At Turning Point, we foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual
support. As a new High-Intensity Therapist, you will receive ongoing mentorship
and supervision to ensure you're well-supported in your role. You will have the
opportunity to provide high-quality therapy, helping to make significant
changes in our clients' lives.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further details.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by clicking on the benefits link in the supporting links section to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further details.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 31 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by clicking on the benefits link in the supporting links section to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Candidates must have a first degree in an allied discipline (usually Psychology) in order to be considered and those from a PWP background must have been qualified as a PWP for more than two years by the course start date in order to meet national expectations.
- If you are already registered on a Health Education England (HEE) funded programme, you will be unable to progress through the recruitment process.
- Candidates must either meet one of the following BABCP core mental health profession requirements OR complete a KSA portfolio. Please ensure that you read the additional information document attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Candidates must have a first degree in an allied discipline (usually Psychology) in order to be considered and those from a PWP background must have been qualified as a PWP for more than two years by the course start date in order to meet national expectations.
- If you are already registered on a Health Education England (HEE) funded programme, you will be unable to progress through the recruitment process.
- Candidates must either meet one of the following BABCP core mental health profession requirements OR complete a KSA portfolio. Please ensure that you read the additional information document attached to this advert.
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.
