Job summary
Trainee NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Counselling Therapist (Band 6)
NHS Talking Therapies - Training with the University of York St John
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, enthusiastic and innovative individual to join RDASH Talking Therapies. We have 4 positions available within NHS Talking Therapies service within the Rotherham, Doncaster and Scunthorpe areas.
As a trainee High Intensity Counselling for Depression Therapist you will gain the opportunity to learn and work alongside team highly skilled and diverse therapists.
- We are proud of the high quality of service we offer to our community
- You will be joining our highly motivated and skilled team
Please note that this is not a remote only post and you will be required to have a minimum of 2 days face-to-face clinics when training and a minimum of 3 face-to-face days clinic when qualified.
There will be a joint service and University of York St John interview on the week commencing 11th August 2025.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will provide High Intensity Counselling for Depression interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training which commences in October 2025 in collaboration with the University of York St John. The post is full time 37.5 hours.
The training will introduce you to the core concepts of the PCE-CfD approach and its application within IAPT. The 5 day training includes opportunities to practice relevant skills within the training group. This will be followed by a period of supervised clinical work. There will be a 1 year post attendance on the course where assessment recordings must be submitted.
On successful completion of the course you will be expected to work towards and maintain full accreditation with the BABCP.
This role is fixed term for 12 months, which will become a permanent band 7 High intensity Counselling post on successful completion of the course.
Please note that this is not a remote only post and you will be required to have a minimum of 2 days face-to-face clinics when training and a minimum of 3 face-to-face days clinic when qualified.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in humanistic or person centred counselling or psychotherapy.
- A minimum two-year post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, Psychotherapy, Counselling, or Counselling Psychology, comprising no less than 450 hours programme contact AND no less than 450 hours supervised counselling or psychotherapy practice (including hours gained after core training).
- One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual)
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of successful completion of training in one or more of the following specialist trainings in NICErecommended time limited psychological therapies for depression, with the required training and individual accreditation to deliver the modality as specified by the NHS Talking Therapies Manual
- Evidence of post qualification training in clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 year post qualifying experience to providing brief counselling to clients with common mental health problems, particularly depression
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists in organisational settings
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in humanistic or person centred counselling or psychotherapy.
- A minimum two-year post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Psychotherapeutic Counselling, Psychotherapy, Counselling, or Counselling Psychology, comprising no less than 450 hours programme contact AND no less than 450 hours supervised counselling or psychotherapy practice (including hours gained after core training).
- One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual)
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of successful completion of training in one or more of the following specialist trainings in NICErecommended time limited psychological therapies for depression, with the required training and individual accreditation to deliver the modality as specified by the NHS Talking Therapies Manual
- Evidence of post qualification training in clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 year post qualifying experience to providing brief counselling to clients with common mental health problems, particularly depression
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists in organisational settings
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).
