Job summary
We are delighted to be seeking a Programme Lead for the Postgraduate Diploma in Evidence-Based Psychological Therapies for Children and Young People, Systemic Family Practice Pathway programme.
The ideal candidate will be able to lead and coordinate the delivery, development and evaluation of the programme and act as a lecturer and tutor on the programme.
The Psychological Therapies Training Centre was established in 2000 to run a PG Dip in CBT in partnership with the University of Manchester. We have since expanded our portfolio to include more than 20 programmes/pathways in evidence based psychological therapies training across a broad range of therapeutic modalities, mostly at postgraduate level. We aim to improve Access to Psychological Therapies across Adult and Children & Young Peoples' services, and now employ over 90 staff, most of them also in current clinical practice, and train in excess of 400 students per year.
Main duties of the job
Operationally lead and coordinate the PG Dip in Evidence Based Psychological Therapies for Children and Young People, Systemic Family Practice pathway, Conduct and Depression pathway and Eating Disorders pathway.
Lead on course recruitment of trainees including screening of applications, interviewing and selection.
Act as HEI group supervisor as required
Deliver line management and supervision to other staff engaged in the delivery and evaluation of the programme.
Liaise with colleagues for the delivery of joint teaching workshops
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in one of the main mental health, health or social care professions with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience in mental health relevant settings.
- Masters level qualification (or its equivalent) in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy accredited with UKCP
Desirable
- Qualifications in training/education
- Registration as an AFSP (AFT) approved supervisor.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of delivering systemic training and supervision to a range of professionals through both online and in-person methods.
- Experience and proven ability of team leadership.
- A demonstrable interest in systemic research.
Desirable
- Success in having publications in professional peer-reviewed journals.
- Knowledge and experience of a range of contemporary research methodologies, quantitative and qualitative
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of national policy and strategic context of Family and Systemic Psychotherapy training.
- Experience of research and evaluation related to training programmes
Person Specification
Education/qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in one of the main mental health, health or social care professions with a minimum of six years' post qualification experience in mental health relevant settings.
- Masters level qualification (or its equivalent) in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy accredited with UKCP
Desirable
- Qualifications in training/education
- Registration as an AFSP (AFT) approved supervisor.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience of delivering systemic training and supervision to a range of professionals through both online and in-person methods.
- Experience and proven ability of team leadership.
- A demonstrable interest in systemic research.
Desirable
- Success in having publications in professional peer-reviewed journals.
- Knowledge and experience of a range of contemporary research methodologies, quantitative and qualitative
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of national policy and strategic context of Family and Systemic Psychotherapy training.
- Experience of research and evaluation related to training programmes
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).
