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Wellbeing Counsellor (phone number removed) FTE Hybrid or office based positionAre you a qualified counsellor looking for a company that will invest in your development and career progression?Portfolio are proud to be exclusively representing our Client who are a trusted health and wellbeing network who have been making a positive difference in over 15 million lives, in their search to add an Helpline Counsellor to their team. Our client offers the most comprehensive employee assistance programme on the market, giving 24/7 caring and compassionate support services to employers from organisations of all sizes, across the private, public and non-profit sector.This is a great opportunity to join the industry leading EAP and OH provider &amp; Sunday Times 'Best Places to Work' organisation as an EAP Counsellor.Job OverviewProviding immediate emotional support and guidance to callers on the 24/7 helpline - completing clinical assessments and signposting appropriately. The role also includes structured telephone/ video counselling clients - hour can be counted towards BACP accreditation.Day to Day Responsibilities:<ul><li>Providing an efficient and effective telephone counselling service to all callers</li><li>Demonstrating an ability to work with a variety of individuals and presenting issues, including those who are distressed and/or at risk</li><li>Providing "In the moment support" to callers, adopting a Solution Focused approach and achieving a one call resolution</li></ul>Essential Skills and Competencies:<ul><li>Minimum diploma level 4 in Counselling &amp; minimum of 150 counselling hours</li><li>12 months post qualification experience</li><li>Registered member of the BACP or equivalent (or COP booked)</li><li>Relevant telephone experience</li><li>High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)</li><li>High level of organisational ability; ability to work to tight deadlines and targets</li><li>Good communication and customer service skills</li></ul>Desirable Skills and Competencies:<ul><li>Accredited with the BACP or eligible for the accreditation process</li><li>EAP experience</li><li>Experience of working within a target driven environment</li></ul>Employee Benefits:<ul><li>BACP (or equivalent) membership and accreditation paid for </li><li>BACP CBD Hub</li><li>Up to 70 per month for supervision </li><li>Monthly incentives such as weekends away! </li><li>25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays, holidays increase after 2- and 5-years' service</li><li>Day off on your birthday</li><li>Cash plan for you (and your children, if any)</li><li>Contractual sick pay</li><li>Private medical insurance after 5 years' service</li><li>Pension Plan and Life Insurance</li><li>Pension plan contributions increase after 5- and 7-years' service</li><li>Holiday season bonus after 3 years' service</li><li>Profit share scheme</li><li>Season ticket loan scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Cycle to work scheme after 6 months and successful completion of probationary period</li><li>Access to Employee Assistance Programme</li><li>Free breakfast every Monday and social sessions on the last Friday of the month with free food and drink - we call this Fab Friday!</li><li>Company incentives, access to discount schemes</li><li>Discounted glasses/contact lenses prescription</li></ul>47589LS2R16INDHA

Helpline Counsellor

Dynamic Opportunity: Locum Forensic RMN Wanted! We are looking for the very best social workers to work with our client in Central London. If you're looking for your next challenge, congratulations! You've just found it! Here are the need-to-know details: <ul> <li>Job Title: CPN/RMN</li><li>Band 6</li><li>Location: Central London</li><li>Duration: 3 months</li><li>Schedule: 9-5 Monday to Friday </li><li>Start Date: ASAP</li><li>Rate of pay: £26-30 p/h umbrella days</li><li>Must holder a Valid Full UK Drivers License</li></ul> Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Forensic Social Worker to provide specialized care to individuals with mental health needs within the forensic setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mental health nursing and a commitment to promoting recovery and rehabilitation for individuals with complex mental health issues. You will contribute fully to risk assessments and care pathway planning. You will work to the principles of the Recovery Model and will provide a social care perspective to patient care planning. You will have an active role in working closely and supporting the families and Carers of patients. You will take a lead on ensuring safeguarding adult and children concerns are progressed, working closely with the Team Manager. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Provide comprehensive nursing assessments and interventions for individuals within the forensic mental health system, including those in correctional facilities and forensic psychiatric hospitals.</li><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient.</li><li>Conduct therapeutic interventions and facilitate group therapy sessions to support patients in developing coping skills and addressing underlying mental health issues.</li><li>Coordinate discharge planning and transition services to facilitate successful reintegration into the community.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.</li></ul> Requirements and qualifications required for this role: <ul> <li>Current and valid registration with the NMC.</li><li>Proven experience as a social worker.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.</li><li>Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.</li></ul> Benefits of working with Hunter Gatherer Mental Health: <ul> <li>Quick &amp; simple online registration.</li><li>Join the community and be part of a network of like-minded, conscientious locums with shared values for patients and clients.</li><li>As part of the HG Ventures Group of Companies you'll get bi-weekly payments you can trust.</li><li>Represented by Mental Health sector experts, we listen, understand your needs, and represent you professionally.</li><li>A long-term relationship based on trust and understanding.</li><li>Access to the very best roles nationwide.</li><li>As part of the Hunter Gatherer Mental Health network, you will be appropriately marketed, in a consultative manner, taking the burden of business development away from you.</li><li>Market knowledge, advice and knowledge sharing on market trends and opportunities.</li><li>Access to exclusive Hunter Mental Health events and discounted CPD.</li><li>Customer service, it's a simple philosophy but one we are passionate about.</li></ul> How to apply: If this job sounds perfect for you, please call our team on . You could also send your CV to to find out more about other Social Worker roles we have available. Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme - we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies). About us: Hunter Gatherer Mental Health are one of the UK's leading specialist Mental Health recruitment agencies. Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We'll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What's more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you'll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating. Oh, and we're also one of the top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For

Community Mental Health Nurse - Forensic Service

Teaching Assistant for Children with Mental Health Needs - Nailsea - BS48Would you like a role supporting the mental health of young people? A great platform for future psychologists, therapists or counsellors to gain relevant experience.<ul><li> 90 - 125 per day, depending on experience</li><li>Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4.00pm </li><li>Term time only</li><li>Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates</li></ul>A school that specialises in accommodating children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs are looking for Teaching Assistants to support children with behavioural and mental health issues.<ul><li>Working with SEN students aged 8 to 18 to support their wellbeing and personal development.</li><li>Engage with students and manage behaviour 1:1 or in small groups</li><li>Work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school</li><li>Build frontline, practical experience with young people with significant SEMH needs</li></ul>The right candidate<ul><li>Graduates who have qualified in Psychology, Counselling or Criminology OR a good education background (GCSE's in Maths and English) plus prior experience as a Teaching Assistant for children with mental health issues</li><li>Enthusiastic and passionate about making a different in the lives of children with SEMH</li><li>Resilient and confident to work with challenging behaviour</li></ul>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant position, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine RobinsonPlease note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Mental Health Assistant / Teaching Assistant

We are looking to recruit a Approved Mental Health Practitioner Team with the Social Care industry in the London borough of Sutton. This will be a permanent post paying 40,755 - 48,531 P/Annum.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Working with Vulnerable Adults with Mental Health</li><li>Care management</li><li>Report writing and assessment</li><li>Carrying a caseload of service users</li><li>Managing complex cases</li><li>Liaising with other professional bodies whilst working within the Mental Health Act</li><li>Safeguarding Adults</li><li>Self-directed support / personal budgets</li></ul>Experience preferred:<ul><li>Post qualifying experience of working within a Qualified Social Worker - Approved Mental Health Practitioner Team within the UK Social Care industry.</li><li>Demonstrating detailed knowledge of key legislation including the Mental Health Act, the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act, and the Human Rights Act.</li></ul> Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>HCPC Registration</li><li>1 year post qualifying experience within UK</li><li>Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)</li><li>Eligibility to work in the UK</li><li>A full driving licence and use of a vehicle</li></ul>Benefits of working with Ackerman Pierce: <ul><li>Your own personal consultant</li><li>Access to a variety of Social Care jobs Nationwide </li><li>DBS and Compliance Service</li><li>Quick and Easy Registration Process</li><li>Access to CPD</li><li>Guaranteed weekly payment</li></ul>To discuss this vacancy or any similar vacancies we have available in South London, please contact Dan Mulvey or email your updated CV today.Job Title: Approved Mental Health PractitionerLocation: London Borough of SuttonSalary: 40,755 - 48,531 P/Annum

Approved Mental Health Practitioner

The Senior Psychologist will lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based psychological interventions for service users with complex trauma presentations. As a clinical specialist, you will provide expert assessment, formulation, and intervention, ensuring that psychological care is tailored to the needs of asylum seekers and refugees. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri Duration: 12 months FTC, with possibility of 3-year extension (subject to project funding) Location: Birmingham/Sandwell (5-day in-person role working in the project clinic) Salary: £52,866.48 - £64,614.57 per annum Job Purpose: A key aspect of the role is clinical leadership, including supervision and training for psychologists, assistant psychologists, and caseworkers to ensure psychological principles inform all aspects of service delivery. The postholder will drive the integration of trauma-informed practices, contribute to clinical governance, and support outcome monitoring. They will also play a pivotal role in supporting pathways for stabilisation and trauma-focused therapy. Working closely with the Mental Health Activity Manager (MHAM) to uphold clinical standards, the Senior Psychologist will focus on the direct provision and supervision of psychological interventions, rather than broader operational and service management functions. Additionally, they will engage with external stakeholders to promote best practices in psychological care and facilitate seamless referral pathways. Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience: Knowledge: <ul> <li>Doctorate in Clinical/ Forensic/ Counselling Psychology with HCPC registration.</li> <li>Further advanced training in relevant specialist treatment delivery (e.g. CBT, EMDR, NET)</li> <li>Advanced expertise in complex trauma, PTSD, and comorbid mental health conditions, particularly in refugee and asylum-seeking populations.</li> <li>In-depth understanding of trauma-informed care models, stabilization techniques, and stepped-care approaches.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of evidence-based trauma therapies, including TF-CBT, EMDR, NET, and third-wave approaches.</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of safeguarding policies, risk assessment protocols, and ethical guidelines (e.g., HCPC, BPS, NICE guidelines).</li> <li>Understanding of mental health policy, advocacy, and service commissioning within humanitarian and third-sector settings.</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Highly developed clinical assessment, formulation, and treatment planning skills for complex cases.</li> <li>Strong leadership, mentoring, and clinical supervision abilities to support junior psychologists and multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li>High-level risk assessment and crisis intervention competencies.</li> <li>Strong interdisciplinary teamwork, with the ability to liaise effectively with external agencies and humanitarian stakeholders.</li> <li>Proficiency in research, audit, and data-driven service evaluation to support evidence-based practice.</li> <li>Highly developed skills in effectively communicating complex, ethically sensitive, and clinically relevant information both orally and in writing to clients, their families, carers, and professional colleagues across different healthcare and humanitarian settings.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul> <li>At least three years of post-qualification experience, with significant experience delivering trauma-focused therapy.</li> <li>Experience providing clinical leadership and supervision to Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists, or trainees.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-risk and complex clinical cases.</li> <li>Strong record of multidisciplinary team collaboration and policy engagement.</li> <li>Experience working with refugees, asylum seekers, or survivors of trafficking and torture.</li> <li>Research, service evaluation, or policy development experience.</li> <li>Prior work in humanitarian, NGO, or third-sector organisations would be an asset to the role</li> <li>Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite. The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.</li> </ul> Right to work in the UK - Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. HOW TO APPLY: Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation (please upload as one document) by the closing date: Friday 25 July 2025, 11.59pm (BST) Incomplete applications will not be considered. We look forward to receiving your application!

Senior Psychologist

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Mental Health Support Worker - £25,325 - £27,378 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday, inclusive of bank holidays, Occasional Evening &amp; Weekends. Service Transitional Support/Oxford. What You ll Be Doing: The Transitional Support?team are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to join their team. The team focuses on providing care, 5 days a week,?for clients in both (staffed projects and houses out in the community) shared houses and flats, creating a comfortable, safe and pleasant environment while helping residents work towards more independent living in the future. The position will require occasional evening and weekend work as required in accordance with the shift rota. As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing person-centred support to residents with serious mental illness including adults who have a primary diagnosis of a psychotic illness often with one or more coexisting conditions such physical health issues, neurodiversity, drugs &amp; alcohol use and cognitive impairment. Our clients really appreciate the passion from our Support Workers too: The staff are caring, kind, compassionate and understanding. They support me and care for me and are first class. I am happier now than I have been in years. Client in Adult Services. Overall job responsibility: Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: <ul> <li>Provide emotional support, encouragement, and practical assistance to residents with daily living activities. This may include medication assistance, engaging with interests, education, accessing community groups/facilities, employment, teaching life skills such as shopping, budgeting, using public transport and skills such as planning to prepare and cook meals, maintain accommodation.</li> <li>Foster a supportive and empowering environment that promotes residents' independence.</li> <li>Support and monitor clients physical and mental health through key working and ensuring access where appropriate to primary health services or liaising with mental health services.</li> <li>Support clients to attend appointments where required.</li> <li>Ensure daily paperwork is completed.</li> <li>Support the Service Manager to achieve monthly service</li> <li>Comply with all Health and Safety measures to keep residents, visitors, colleagues and yourself safe.</li> <li>Work with all residents using a trauma informed approach using the 6 principles of trauma informed care: Safety, Trust, Choice, Collaboration, Empowerment and Cultural Consideration </li> <li>Promote family, friend and carers engagement, ensuring they are involved in their loved one s support and given information about the service.</li> </ul> The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Essential criteria: <ul> <li>GCSE s in English and Maths (or equivalent)</li> <li>A commitment to undertake continual personal development including completing the Care Certificate</li> <li>IT literate with experience using MS Office packages.</li> <li>Good communication skills, written, verbal and listening.</li> <li>Ability to provide non-judgemental, emotional and practical support to residents.</li> <li>A genuine interest in mental health and well-being with a commitment to delivering Response's mission.</li> <li>Demonstrates high levels of personal and professional integrity working to Response s vision, mission and values</li> <li>Ability to follow health and safety procedures.</li> <li>Demonstrate respect for difference and diversity</li> </ul> What We Offer: <ul> <li>33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) </li> <li>Blue Light card and other discounted shopping</li> <li>Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling </li> <li>Cycle to Work Scheme </li> <li>Enhanced family friendly leave</li> <li>Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave </li> <li>£500 refer a friend bonus scheme </li> <li>Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments</li> <li>Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS</li> <li>Free flu jabs</li> <li>Free DBS application</li> </ul> You will receive the training and confidence to use core therapeutic talk therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-based Trauma Informed Care and Mutual Aid to provide the best possible support to our clients. If this Mental Health Support Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date - 06/08/2025. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

Mental Health Support Worker

Locum Educational Psychologist Somerset (In-Person Work Only) Up to £1250 per day Outside IR35 Flexible Locum Opportunity Leaders in Care is expanding our Locum Educational Psychology Project Team and we are now inviting applications from HCPC-registered Educational Psychologists who are available for face-to-face work in Somerset click apply for full job details

Educational Psychologist - BNES F2F

Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - BRISTOLWe are working with a fantastic SEN school in Bristol that is looking for an SEMH Teaching Assistants to start working with them from September 2025, The school are particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health AssistantLocation: BristolSalary: 450 - 500 per week (Full-Time)Sector: Education and TrainingContract Type: Full-Time / Long - TermIf you are passionate about working with children and additional needs in Bristol. Are up for an exciting challenging, yet rewarding role, in the education and training sector this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health, Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the school are looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant interviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.This perfect for Psychology or criminology Graduates who are coming to the end of their 3rd year at university!Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Education and training sector - BristolThe Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant to start Immidiately or September 2025!Apply today!Academics is a national educational recruitment agency with nearly 20 years of experience, proudly supporting schools across Bristol, Bath and the surrounding areas. Our supportive and knowledgeable team is always on hand to offer guidance and advice as you apply for primary teaching roles.

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

Band 8a Clinical Psychologist - Make a Difference in Crisis &amp; Home Treatment Care We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our client's team within a Crisis and Home Treatment Service in West London. If you're ready to embrace a rewarding role that offers challenge, autonomy, and the chance to support individuals during their most vulnerable moments-you've just found it. Top-Level Details: <ul> <li> Job Title: Clinical Psychologist </li><li> Band: 8a </li><li> Location: West London </li><li> Team: Crisis &amp; Home Treatment </li><li> Duration: 3 months (likely extension) </li><li> Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm </li><li> Start Date: ASAP </li><li> Rate of Pay: £35 p/h umbrella </li><li> Essential Requirements: HCPC registration and experience in adult mental health </li></ul> A Day in the Life in Crisis Mental Health Care: As a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist working within a Crisis and Home Treatment Team, your role will be vital in delivering high-quality psychological support to adults experiencing acute mental health episodes. Your day may begin with MDT handovers and planning urgent care pathways. You'll carry out rapid psychological assessments, support crisis de-escalation, and deliver focused therapeutic interventions. Your expertise will shape care plans, guide risk management strategies, and support discharge planning to ensure continuity of care at home. You'll also provide formulation-based input during MDT discussions, working alongside psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and support staff. In the afternoon, you may be called upon to offer guidance on complex presentations or review patients in their homes or in the community. Through your clinical input, you'll help reduce hospital admissions, shorten crisis episodes, and empower individuals to stabilise in their own environment. Requirements and Qualifications: <ul> <li> Registration: HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist </li><li> Experience: Significant experience in adult mental health, ideally within crisis, HTT or CMHT settings </li><li> Skills: Strong assessment, formulation, and short-term intervention skills </li><li> Teamwork: Ability to collaborate closely within multidisciplinary settings </li><li> Commitment: A compassionate approach to crisis recovery and patient-centred care </li></ul> Why work with Hunter? <ul> <li> Work with the UK's most experienced mental health recruitment team </li><li> Access exclusive roles across NHS and private sectors </li><li> Get paid promptly and reliably every week </li><li> Receive personalised support from consultants who understand your field </li><li> Benefit from fast-track compliance and onboarding </li></ul> This is your opportunity to make a real difference in a fast-paced and meaningful clinical setting. If you're ready to take on this challenge, apply now!Email Cameron McCoy at Or call to discuss the role further.

Band 8a Psychologist role

Clinical / Counselling Psychologist (Part-Time)Salary: £48,250 - £58,250 (pro rata, dependent on experience)Contract Type: Permanent - Part-Time (15 hours per week)Location: Southampton, Hampshire Are you a compassionate, HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist looking for a flexible part-time opportunity? We are currently seeking a dynamic professional to join a multidisciplinary team at a well-established inpatient mental health facility in Southampton. This is a rewarding role supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties and eating disorders. What You'll Be Doing: <ul> <li> Individual Therapy: Provide one-to-one psychological interventions on a specialist inpatient eating disorder ward. </li><li> Group Therapy: Lead and facilitate evidence-based therapeutic groups across both eating disorder and general adult acute mental health wards. </li><li> Reflective Practice: Participate in and facilitate reflective sessions, including regular DBT consultation meetings. </li></ul> Desirable Skills &amp; Experience: <ul> <li> Experience delivering therapy groups based on CBT, DBT, and/or ACT frameworks </li><li> Previous work in NHS outpatient or inpatient mental health services </li><li> Interest or experience in eating disorder treatment (desirable but not essential) </li></ul> This role offers a chance to gain unique experience in acute mental health and specialist eating disorder care, with support and development from an experienced psychology team.

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