Job summary
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression, in conjunction with the University of Exeter, are seeking suitable candidates to train as High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapists in our Mendip team based in Wells. We are aiming for successful candidates to commence employment December 2024 ahead of the course start date on 6th January 2025.
You must be able to attend university as required, which will include blocks of teaching of up to four days. Most teaching will be 2 days per week in conjunction with a minimum period of High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) clinical practice per week within the service.
This is a paid training opportunity over 1 year full time. The part-time option is 3.5 to 4.5 days over 2 years, trainees will be required to attend university on Mondays and Tuesdays plus block weeks and work in service 1.5 days to 2.5 days per week.
On successful completion of the training and BABCP practitioner accreditation this will become a permanent role as a High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (Band 7) with Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression.
We are seeking a robust, competent and motivated individual who can manage the competing demands of academic work alongside a clinical caseload. Previous related experience will be of great benefit.
Main duties of the job
An essential criterion for entry to the course is either a relevant Core Profession or demonstrate equivalent Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes via a KSA portfolio (see below for more info on KSA). A list of core professions can be found on the BABCP website.https://www.babcp.com/Core-Professions
The post is open to candidates without a recognised relevant Core Professional training or qualification who can demonstrate equivalent Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes via a KSA portfolio. A completed KSA Portfolio will be required to be submitted at interview. Please note that job offers for candidates selected at interview will be dependent on successful assessment of the KSA portfolio. See BABCP website for further details.https://babcp.com/Accreditation/Cognitive-Behavioural-Psychotherapist-Accreditation/Knowledge-Skills-and-Attitudes/KSA-Guidelines
Candidates currently working as Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) will need to be at least 2 years post qualification, please see the link below for more information regarding the two year rule for HEE funded psychological professions.https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/mental-health/psychological-professions/funding-psychological-professions-training-programmes
About us
NHS Somerset Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression has consistently high recovery rates and very positive staff survey results which highlighted staff feel well supported by their managers. As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a busy Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression service in one of Englands most desirable counties. Alongside CBT, we offer other time-limited Step 3 interventions (e.g., IPT, EMDR, MCBT) as well as innovative Step 2 treatments including groups, webinars, and a digital self-help portal. We offer the opportunity to make a difference to the wellbeing of a diverse population and to work amidst supportive and friendly colleagues and dependable managerial and clinical leaders. Regular managerial support, clinical supervision, CPD opportunities, a generous relocation scheme and a secure pension plan are complemented by a range of additional benefits available under the NHS employment benefits scheme. We operate from and around four bases (Wells, Taunton, Chard/Yeovil and Bridgwater).Candidates need to meet the recruitment criteria of the University of Exeter, which are available on their website.https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/courses/psychology/pgdipptpr_hicbt/#main-col
Interview dates 19th & 22nd August.Interviews will be remote you will need to have access to an internet enabled device (such as a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone) with a microphone and camera in a private space to attend the interview.University induction days (including KSA workshop) for all candidates will be on 2nd and 3rd December 2024.
On your application form please provide a brief statement in support of your application for the post of HI CBT trainee with reference to the NHS Values in accordance with The NHS Constitution. When completing this section, please directly address the service user. For your information, there may be a service user representative on the interview panel or involved in the shortlisting process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are a busy Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression service in one of Englands most desirable counties. Alongside CBT, we offer other time-limited Step 3 interventions (e.g., IPT, EMDR, MCBT) as well as innovative Step 2 treatments including groups, webinars, and a digital self-help portal. We offer the opportunity to make a difference to the wellbeing of a diverse population and to work amidst supportive and friendly colleagues and dependable managerial and clinical leaders. Regular managerial support, clinical supervision, CPD opportunities, a generous relocation scheme and a secure pension plan are complemented by a range of additional benefits available under the NHS employment benefits scheme. We operate from and around four bases (Wells, Taunton, Chard/Yeovil and Bridgwater).Candidates need to meet the recruitment criteria of the University of Exeter, which are available on their website.https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/courses/psychology/pgdipptpr_hicbt/#main-col
Interview dates 19th & 22nd August.Interviews will be remote you will need to have access to an internet enabled device (such as a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone) with a microphone and camera in a private space to attend the interview.University induction days (including KSA workshop) for all candidates will be on 2nd and 3rd December 2024.
On your application form please provide a brief statement in support of your application for the post of HI CBT trainee with reference to the NHS Values in accordance with The NHS Constitution. When completing this section, please directly address the service user. For your information, there may be a service user representative on the interview panel or involved in the shortlisting process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Core profession or Evidence of meeting the Knowledge Skills and Attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP (if has neither then not appointable)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression Experience of using CBT approaches
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients. Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post. Advanced communication skills as demonstrated by a well written application
- Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Core profession or Evidence of meeting the Knowledge Skills and Attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP (if has neither then not appointable)
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression Experience of using CBT approaches
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Evidence of ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients. Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post. Advanced communication skills as demonstrated by a well written application
- Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
- Evidence of ability to work under pressure.
Desirable
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
