Job summary
Title: Clinical /Counselling Psychologist/Psychotherapist with a special interest in Relational Therapies
Band 7 full time or part time (3 days minimum with 1 evening a week working 12pm-8pm).
Newham Talking Therapies - Who are we?
We are large, dynamic, experienced primary care (IAPT) talking therapies service with a rich history of being innovators of best practice. Newham is a wonderfully diverse borough that offers practitioners so much wealth in terms of learning from our residents and our clinically exceptional staff. If you are looking to widen your therapy experience, gain expertise or to have opportunities to progress clinically or within management areas, NTT could be the place for you!
Main duties of the job
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for qualified and accredited Psychotherapists or Clinical/Counselling Psychologists and are keen to hear from clinicians who are trained and accredited to to practice at least one of the following NICE recommended high intensity therapies: Couples Therapy for Depression, Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression, Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). We also value experience or interest in delivering therapy in a group format. The post-holder will have relevant professional registration (HCPC- registered practitioner psychologist or UKCP/BACP - full clinical membership or BPC-fully trained in DIT).
The post holder will be part of a very dynamic team and will also work alongside therapists trained in a range of other therapies including EMDR, CBT, BCT, and a well- established PWP team. As well as offering a range of Step 2 and Step 3 NICE recommended interventions, the service also runs as a training centre in collaboration with Clinical and Counselling Psychology Doctoral Programmes, therefore offering opportunities for supervision and training.
About us
Step into the welcoming community of Newham Talking Therapies (NTT), a well-established primary care (IAPT) talking therapies service known for its steady and supportive atmosphere. Nestled in the diverse borough of Newham, our service provides practitioners with opportunities to learn from our varied residents and collaborate with our experienced staff.
Whether you're seeking to expand your therapy skills, gain expertise, or explore avenues for clinical or managerial growth, NTT offers a space for your professional journey. We are dedicated to supporting our team members' progression, creating roles that allow for the development of clinical expertise in specialized areas aligned with service needs.
As a part of NTT, you'll receive regular supervision from experienced clinicians and have access to various in-house Continuing Professional Development (CPD) events. Committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, we prioritise a positive working environment.
Our mission is straightforward: to make a positive impact on people's lives by enhancing their quality of life. Rooted in values like We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive, we seek individuals who embody these principles in their interactions with service users, carers, and colleagues within the Trust and our partner organizations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
NTT is committed to the progression of our team members and our posts are formulated to allow for development of clinical expertise in specialist areas of interest in keeping with service needs and development. The post-holder will receive regular supervision from experienced clinicians and there will be opportunities to attend various in-house CPD events. Our service is also committed to ensuring a healthy work life balance and creating and maintaining a positive working environment.
You would a caseload of telephone/video clients along with a small caseload of face-to-face. Currently our staff are attending our clinics one day a week and then working the rest of the week at home, this would be continually reviewed in line with our clinical demands.
- We fully welcome applications from those wishing to do part time or flexible hours. Our service runs Monday to Thursday (8am to 8pm) and Friday (8am to 5pm). You would be able to nominate your preferred working hours and we would ask you to work a minimum of one evening a week.
You will work alongside professionals from various clinical approaches trained in modalities such as guided self-help, EMDR, IPT, DIT, CfD, BCT and more! We also have a dedicated team working with physical health related problems and long-term conditions; this offers many opportunities to work within other internal teams.
You would also hold a small caseload of face-to-face clients and offer the majority of your clinical work via video and telephone. Currently our staff are attending our clinical buildings one day a week and then working the rest of the week at home, this would be continually reviewed inline with our clinical demands.
Explore the welcoming world of NTT at https://newhamtalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/. Join us in contributing to the future of mental health services in a team that values your well-being and supports your professional journey.
There are many benefits to working at East London Foundation Trust such as:
- Competitive NHS pension
- Cycle to work and car lease schemes
- NHS discounts across a range of brands
- Interest free train ticket loan
- Wellbeing classes Yoga, Pilates.
- Employee assistance programme to help manage difficult times within our own mental health
- Get involved in staff networks including LBTQ+, Womens, BAME networks
- Reduced childcare i.e. 40% subsidy during school holidays
- And much more!
Find out more about us at https://newhamtalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/
If you have any further questions, please contact Andy Dalziel, Counselling Psychologist, Senior High Intensity Therapist, Relational Therapies Lead on 020 8536 2161 for an informal discussion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
NTT is committed to the progression of our team members and our posts are formulated to allow for development of clinical expertise in specialist areas of interest in keeping with service needs and development. The post-holder will receive regular supervision from experienced clinicians and there will be opportunities to attend various in-house CPD events. Our service is also committed to ensuring a healthy work life balance and creating and maintaining a positive working environment.
You would a caseload of telephone/video clients along with a small caseload of face-to-face. Currently our staff are attending our clinics one day a week and then working the rest of the week at home, this would be continually reviewed in line with our clinical demands.
- We fully welcome applications from those wishing to do part time or flexible hours. Our service runs Monday to Thursday (8am to 8pm) and Friday (8am to 5pm). You would be able to nominate your preferred working hours and we would ask you to work a minimum of one evening a week.
You will work alongside professionals from various clinical approaches trained in modalities such as guided self-help, EMDR, IPT, DIT, CfD, BCT and more! We also have a dedicated team working with physical health related problems and long-term conditions; this offers many opportunities to work within other internal teams.
You would also hold a small caseload of face-to-face clients and offer the majority of your clinical work via video and telephone. Currently our staff are attending our clinical buildings one day a week and then working the rest of the week at home, this would be continually reviewed inline with our clinical demands.
Explore the welcoming world of NTT at https://newhamtalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/. Join us in contributing to the future of mental health services in a team that values your well-being and supports your professional journey.
There are many benefits to working at East London Foundation Trust such as:
- Competitive NHS pension
- Cycle to work and car lease schemes
- NHS discounts across a range of brands
- Interest free train ticket loan
- Wellbeing classes Yoga, Pilates.
- Employee assistance programme to help manage difficult times within our own mental health
- Get involved in staff networks including LBTQ+, Womens, BAME networks
- Reduced childcare i.e. 40% subsidy during school holidays
- And much more!
Find out more about us at https://newhamtalkingtherapies.nhs.uk/
If you have any further questions, please contact Andy Dalziel, Counselling Psychologist, Senior High Intensity Therapist, Relational Therapies Lead on 020 8536 2161 for an informal discussion.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (HCPC registered)
- Or Psychological therapist accredited with HCPC or UKPC
- Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (HCPC registered) o
- Or Psychological therapist accredited with BABCP, HCPC or UKPC
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of Psychological problems in Primary Care/ IAPT settings
- Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Has received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
- Understanding of issues surrounding clinical risk
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety disorders and depression and how these problems may present in Primary Care
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification/ Training
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (HCPC registered)
- Or Psychological therapist accredited with HCPC or UKPC
- Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology (HCPC registered) o
- Or Psychological therapist accredited with BABCP, HCPC or UKPC
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of Psychological problems in Primary Care/ IAPT settings
- Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Has received training (either formal of through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
- Understanding of issues surrounding clinical risk
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety disorders and depression and how these problems may present in Primary Care
- Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
- Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
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).
