Principal Therapist for Talking Therapies, Havering
Job summary
Principal Therapist - Havering
NELFT Talking Therapies are developing and improving their structures , aiming to meet the needs of our users of service more effectively and efficiently.
We are looking for motivated, committed and experienced CBT Therapists, Counselling or Clinical Psychologists to join the leadership Team. The successful candidate will support the Psychological Professional Leads of Talking Therapies to operationally and clinically lead the clinical and administrative teams.
This role is dependant on passing the 6 Months probation period in order to fulfil the permanent role.
Main duties of the job
Havering Talking Therapies are looking for someone with the following skills:
1. Operational/service management experience and skills,
2. Over 3+ years experience as a senior high intensity within Talking Therapies offering clinical oversight with regards to KPI's and line & clinical management of other CBT clinicians.
3. A humanistic approach to leadership of a team, team-building, & prioritisation of staff work-life balance. 4. Working effectively within the senior team to perpetuate a positive team cohesion whilst balancing service KPI delivery.
The post holder will provide operational and clinical leadership for the psychological professionals working in the Talking Therapies, as well as supporting the implementation of good practice guidelines. They will also be required to lead and contribute to service development and evaluation.
The post will involve both direct and indirect clinical work with service users. Specifically, the post holder will carry a case load, as well as providing consultation and support to the team on complex cases.
The post-holder will be required to undertake operational tasks to support service delivery and will represent the service at directorate level and in relevant trust-wide forums.
About us
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High-Cost Area Supplement
This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,551 and a maximum payment of £5,735) pro rata for part time staff.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Details
Date posted
25 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum (plus HCAS)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
395-PP140-25
Job locations
petersfield centre
harold hill
romford
RM3 9PB
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification when completing your application. Please ensure you meet the person specifications and have the relevant qualifications required for the role.
The teams operate under a hybrid model so you will be required to spend time working on site and homeworking.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification when completing your application. Please ensure you meet the person specifications and have the relevant qualifications required for the role.
The teams operate under a hybrid model so you will be required to spend time working on site and homeworking.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate qualification in Clinical or Counselling psychology, Postgraduate qualification in CBT
Registration
Essential
- BABCP registration
Experience
Essential
- A thorough knowledge of evidence based clinical practice and a commitment to keeping abreast of new evidence based practice developments in psychology
- Experience of working in Talking Therapies
- Experience of applying NICE compliant therapies relevant to the population
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of CBT interventions for Depression and Anxiety
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate qualification in Clinical or Counselling psychology, Postgraduate qualification in CBT
Registration
Essential
- BABCP registration
Experience
Essential
- A thorough knowledge of evidence based clinical practice and a commitment to keeping abreast of new evidence based practice developments in psychology
- Experience of working in Talking Therapies
- Experience of applying NICE compliant therapies relevant to the population
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of CBT interventions for Depression and Anxiety
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
petersfield centre
harold hill
romford
RM3 9PB
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
petersfield centre
harold hill
romford
RM3 9PB
Employer's website
Salary range
- £64,455 - £74,896 per year