Job summary
Malvern, Evesham and Pershore Talking Therapies team, is a busy
and expanding team who provide treatment to patients experiencing depression
and anxiety. The team includes High Intensity Therapists, Psychological
Wellbeing Practitioners and Relational Therapists who provide evidenced based
psychological interventions. We deliver treatment over the telephone, in
groups, face to face and using digital therapy options.
We have an exciting and rare opportunity following service
expansion to appoint a Clinical Lead to provide clinical leadership to the team.
The role of Clinical Lead suits a dynamic individual looking to use their CBT
knowledge, supervisory and leadership skills to guide and empower clinicians
and trainees within the team, and to support a culture of ongoing clinical
growth and excellence. We are looking for a self-motivated practitioner who is
able to inspire others.
The Post Holder will join a supportive and friendly team,
working closely with the Team Lead, and reporting to the Deputy Service Lead
Clinical. The Post is full- time and there will be a requirement to attend the
team base to help support with team connection on a regular basis.
We offer generous CPD opportunities, have a supportive wellbeing
team within the Trust and encourage flexible working.
If you would like to discuss the role further please contact
Rachael Wall (Deputy Service Lead Clinical) on 01432 220507, or email Rachael.wall2@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
The role includes but is not limited to
- Managing a small clinical caseload alongside
supervisory and leadership responsibilities for the team.
- Supporting clinicians and trainees within the team
with clinical growth and development, through supervision, training and
reflective practice, and being available
for mentoring, advice, and consultation on patients psychological care to all
clinicians and administrators on a daily basis.
- Following Talking Therapies guidance for the
provision of Clinical Supervision for the High Intensity Trainees and High
Intensity Therapists within the team as required for the supervision/governance
of staff, including
providing supervision of supervision to other High Intensity supervisors within
the team.
- Using KPIs, audits, and feedback to monitor the
quality of the clinical work completed within the team and address concerns
when identified to improve patient care.
- Providing
effective leadership and management to staff which promotes high performance
standards both individually and as a team, in the achievement of the Trusts
objectives and priorities.
- Achieving a high-quality clinical service by maximising the efforts of
the team and create an environment where colleagues feel valued, empowered and
supported.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please be advised NHS Jobs Service will not be available
on 13th & 14th and 20th & 21st
April 2024. Do not attempt to use the service at these times and consider
this for your application submission.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role
please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please be advised NHS Jobs Service will not be available
on 13th & 14th and 20th & 21st
April 2024. Do not attempt to use the service at these times and consider
this for your application submission.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role
please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from Talking Therapies High Intensity course for adults in the modality required. Either Pgrad Dip High intensity CBT, High Intensity PCE-CfD, High Intensity IPT, High Intensity DIT, High Intensity CCfD
- Accredited with a recognised professional body BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP
- Trained in supervision for the IAPT therapy required
- RFQ Level 7 Qualification (e.g. Pgrad Dip/MSC/Pgrad Cert) in Psychological therapy/Healthcare leadership/ relevant field.
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- NHS Leadership Academy Award in Healthcare Leadership
- IAPT long term conditions training
- Trained in additional NICE approved therapy for anxiety/depression.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in Talking Therapies or Primary Care Mental Health Services
- Significant experience of delivering the evidence based psychological therapy as required for the role.
- Previous experience of providing clinical supervision to Talking Therapies staff including trainee therapists
- Previous Experience of utilising leadership skills to develop and support others.
- Experience of being involved with clinical developments to improve patient care.
Desirable
- Previous management experience within Mental Health Services or within Talking Therapies
- Previous experience with overseeing and managing safeguarding concerns
- Experience in teaching or delivering CPD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from Talking Therapies High Intensity course for adults in the modality required. Either Pgrad Dip High intensity CBT, High Intensity PCE-CfD, High Intensity IPT, High Intensity DIT, High Intensity CCfD
- Accredited with a recognised professional body BABCP, BACP, HCPC, UKCP
- Trained in supervision for the IAPT therapy required
- RFQ Level 7 Qualification (e.g. Pgrad Dip/MSC/Pgrad Cert) in Psychological therapy/Healthcare leadership/ relevant field.
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- NHS Leadership Academy Award in Healthcare Leadership
- IAPT long term conditions training
- Trained in additional NICE approved therapy for anxiety/depression.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in Talking Therapies or Primary Care Mental Health Services
- Significant experience of delivering the evidence based psychological therapy as required for the role.
- Previous experience of providing clinical supervision to Talking Therapies staff including trainee therapists
- Previous Experience of utilising leadership skills to develop and support others.
- Experience of being involved with clinical developments to improve patient care.
Desirable
- Previous management experience within Mental Health Services or within Talking Therapies
- Previous experience with overseeing and managing safeguarding concerns
- Experience in teaching or delivering CPD
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).
