Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Psychological Therapist with enthusiasm and interest in working with older people to join a friendly and supportive specialist primary care team. Based at St James House, The Salford Older Adult Primary Care Psychological Therapies Service provides psychological therapies and counselling to older people within the Salford community. We are a unique service and passionate about the needs of older people and equal access to talking therapies.
We are looking for a compassionate and creative individual to deliver high quality talking therapies to older people presenting with a range of psychological difficulties in the context of ageing. You will also be passionate about promoting the mental health needs of older people. You would be part of a small, nurturing team, which includes Psychologists, Counsellors, Occupational Therapist, and a Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a service we utilise a variety of therapeutic approaches adapted to the needs of our clients, including CBT, Compassion Focussed Therapy, EMDR and Person-Centred Counselling. We also run groups for carers of people with dementia to support their psychological needs.
The post involves community work and home visiting, so applicants must be able to demonstrate ability/offer a strategy to undertake visits safely and efficiently.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide specialist psychological assessment, intervention and therapy to older people referred to the service. This will be a mix of clinic based appointments and home visits. There will also be opportunities to be involved in group work.
The post holder will be able to work autonomously within professional guidelines to deliver therapy to older people presenting with a range of emotional difficulties. At times this may also involve working with carers, families and liaison with other health professionals.
There will be opportunities to contribute to research, audit and service development.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
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.
Details
Date posted
18 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
437-7538157
Job locations
Salford - St James House
The Bridgewater Suite, St James House, Pendleton Way
Salford
M6 5FW
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description below for full detail on role responsibilities
See also attached the Person Specification for further information
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description below for full detail on role responsibilities
See also attached the Person Specification for further information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in health care at graduate level in counselling, nursing, social work or AHP plus post graduate diploma (or equivalent) in CBT accredited by BABCP
- Relevant professional registration and accreditation e.g HCPC / BABCP / BACP
Desirable
- Post qualification training in specialised area of psychological practice eg. CFT, EMDR, CAT
- Training and or Qualification in clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing talking therapies in mental health setting
Desirable
- Experience of providing talking therapies to older people
- Experience of working with older people with cognitive difficulties
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to others
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in health care at graduate level in counselling, nursing, social work or AHP plus post graduate diploma (or equivalent) in CBT accredited by BABCP
- Relevant professional registration and accreditation e.g HCPC / BABCP / BACP
Desirable
- Post qualification training in specialised area of psychological practice eg. CFT, EMDR, CAT
- Training and or Qualification in clinical supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing talking therapies in mental health setting
Desirable
- Experience of providing talking therapies to older people
- Experience of working with older people with cognitive difficulties
- Experience of providing clinical supervision to others
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
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Salford - St James House
The Bridgewater Suite, St James House, Pendleton Way
Salford
M6 5FW
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Salford - St James House
The Bridgewater Suite, St James House, Pendleton Way
Salford
M6 5FW
Employer's website
Salary range
- £47,810 - £54,710 per year