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<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and committed candidate to apply for this Band 7 post, or a Band 6 developmental post with the opportunity to become a Band 7 within a supported structure. Responsibilities would be adjusted accordingly. The move to a Band 7 post would be upon completion of required competencies as agreed and reviewed with managers.</p><p>Leicester Partnership NHS Trust is now a large provider of Community Health, Mental Health and Learning Disability services, serving a population of approximately 1 million people across Leicester City, Leicestershire and Rutland.</p><p>We are advertising for a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist to join our large team of Psychological Professions, working in a strong multi-disciplinary setting delivering services for young people and their families / carers in Leicestershire.</p><p>We are a large multi-disciplinary service of over 200 professional staff. Our CAMHS service is comprehensive and, in addition to the City and County Outpatient teams, has specialist teams for inpatient adolescent services, learning disabilities, primary mental health services, children and young people with eating disorders, Crisis services, looked after and adopted children, young offenders and homeless children and paediatric psychology.</p><p><strong>For more details, please click 'Apply for this job'.</strong></p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>To work as a Specialist Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist as part of psychological therapy and psychology services within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and care pathways.</p><p>To provide a comprehensive, highly specialist cognitive behavioural psychotherapy service to young people with complex problems for which CBT is evidenced to be clinically effective.

This includes working with children and adolescents who may present with severe and treatment resistant disorders with co-existing conditions.</p><p>To use a broad theoretical knowledge base to provide specialist cognitive behavioural assessments and formulations that inform highly skilled CBT interventions.</p><p>To work as a highly skilled autonomous practitioner, managing a caseload under clinical and case management supervision. To offer consultation and guidance to other mental health professionals, other treatment pathways and community colleagues.</p><p>To contribute to the ongoing development of CBT practice taking into account advances in treatment, theory and research.</p><p>This post requires in-person attendance at clinics, meetings, assessments and liaison with other professionals, which could include attending MDT meetings, for example Strat meetings, child in need and more. The team can offer some hybrid working, this would be in accordance with LPT's flexible working agreement.</p><p><strong>Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details.</strong></p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.

We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.

For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).

All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.

For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.

Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.</p>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>02 December 2025</p>

  
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      <p>The Valentine Centre</p>
      <p>Gorse Hill Hospital</p>
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      <p>Gorse Hill Hospital</p>
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Band 6/7 Specialist Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE</strong></p> <p><strong>+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE</strong></p> <p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Gartree a Category B prison, based in Leicestershire. The site supports males ages 21+ with a high proportion on patients aged over 40. Within this role you will have a fantastic opportunity to develop the Psychology services on site working along side the experienced integrated mental health team including an established Psychotherapist.&nbsp;This role would be suit an&nbsp;experienced Psychologist who is familiar with adult mental health presentations, neurodiversity and historic trauma. Suitable applicants must be familiar with&nbsp;trauma informed approaches and enjoy working as part of a team.</p> <p><strong>Hours</strong></p> 3 days a week between Monday to Friday on site <p><strong>Salary</strong> </p> <p>This is part time role working 22.5 hours per week, offering an annual salary of up to £67,340 per annum FTE depending on experience</p> <p><strong>How will we support you?</strong> </p> <ul>  <li>Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course </li>  <li>Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs</li>  <li>Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team</li>  <li>Support with ISW training</li>  <li>Post-doctoral training- supervision</li>  <li>EMDR training after successful completion of 6 month probation period</li> </ul> <strong>Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks</strong>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>As a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will</p> <ul>  <li>Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training, supervision and reflective practice</li>  <li>Undertake psychological assessments&nbsp;and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations</li>  <li>Deliver&nbsp;and oversee the delivery of 1:1&nbsp;&nbsp;psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme</li>  <li>Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required</li>  <li>Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate</li> </ul> <p><strong>It doesnt stop there we also offer:</strong></p> <ul>  <li>Discounts on shopping and leisure activities</li>  <li>Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development</li>  <li>24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it</li>  <li>Free use of gym</li>  <li>Free on site parking</li> </ul> <p></p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated, we act with integrity, we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together.</p> <p>We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.</p> <p><strong>Qualifications required</strong></p> <ul>  <li>Qualified clinical, counselling or forensic psychologist&nbsp;</li>  <li>Registered with the HCPC</li>  <li>Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one specific mode of psychological therapy relevant to people with severe and long standing mental health difficulties </li>  <li>Experience of providing evidence based psychological interventions</li>  <li>Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams and work with trauma informed practice </li> </ul> <p>Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.</p>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>19 November 2025</p>

  
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    <p>Other</p>

    
  

  
  
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      £65,268 to £67,340 a year
      
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  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
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  <p>13291</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>HMP Gartree</p>
      <p>Gallow Field Rd</p>
      <p>Market Harborough</p>
      <p>Leicestershire </p>
      <p>LE16 7RP</p>
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    <p><strong>UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE</strong></p> <p><strong>+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE</strong></p> <p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Gartree a Category B prison, based in Leicestershire. The site supports males ages 21+ with a high proportion on patients aged over 40. Within this role you will have a fantastic opportunity to develop the Psychology services on site working along side the experienced integrated mental health team including an established Psychotherapist.&nbsp;This role would be suit an&nbsp;experienced Psychologist who is familiar with adult mental health presentations, neurodiversity and historic trauma. Suitable applicants must be familiar with&nbsp;trauma informed approaches and enjoy working as part of a team.</p> <p><strong>Hours</strong></p> 3 days a week between Monday to Friday on site <p><strong>Salary</strong> </p> <p>This is part time role working 22.5 hours per week, offering an annual salary of up to £67,340 per annum FTE depending on experience</p> <p><strong>How will we support you?</strong> </p> <ul>  <li>Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course </li>  <li>Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs</li>  <li>Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team</li>  <li>Support with ISW training</li>  <li>Post-doctoral training- supervision</li>  <li>EMDR training after successful completion of 6 month probation period</li> </ul> <strong>Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks</strong>
  

  
    
      
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      <p><strong>UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE</strong></p> <p><strong>+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE</strong></p> <p>We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Gartree a Category B prison, based in Leicestershire. The site supports males ages 21+ with a high proportion on patients aged over 40. Within this role you will have a fantastic opportunity to develop the Psychology services on site working along side the experienced integrated mental health team including an established Psychotherapist.&nbsp;This role would be suit an&nbsp;experienced Psychologist who is familiar with adult mental health presentations, neurodiversity and historic trauma. Suitable applicants must be familiar with&nbsp;trauma informed approaches and enjoy working as part of a team.</p> <p><strong>Hours</strong></p> 3 days a week between Monday to Friday on site <p><strong>Salary</strong> </p> <p>This is part time role working 22.5 hours per week, offering an annual salary of up to £67,340 per annum FTE depending on experience</p> <p><strong>How will we support you?</strong> </p> <ul>  <li>Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course </li>  <li>Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs</li>  <li>Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team</li>  <li>Support with ISW training</li>  <li>Post-doctoral training- supervision</li>  <li>EMDR training after successful completion of 6 month probation period</li> </ul> <strong>Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks</strong>
    
  


      
  
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Practice Plus Group</p>
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      <p>HMP Gartree</p>
      <p>Gallow Field Rd</p>
      <p>Market Harborough</p>
      <p>Leicestershire </p>
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          <p>Gallow Field Rd</p>
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Senior Psychologist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn </strong></p> <p><strong>An exciting opportunity has become available within the Inclusion substance misuse team at HMP Stocken. We are recruiting for a full time band 5 Substance Misuse Practitioner.</strong></p> <p>Come and join a busy vibrant team supporting men with recovery from substances at HMP Stocken. You will be working with a case load of men, supporting them through psychosocial treatment for their substance misuse.</p> <p>HMP Stocken is a male Cat C prison and the Inclusion SMS team support the population by offering support for drug/alcohol issues.</p> <p>You would be joining a busy, established team who would support you in your new role. This is an energetic role for an individual who is passionate about providing good quality substance misuse support within a busy and rewarding environment. The variety of the role will keep things fresh and stimulating whilst being part of a supportive team with effective management providing supervision and guidance.</p>      <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>As part of the Inclusion Substance Misuse Team you would hold a case load of service users and appropriately manage your time to support their pathway through treatment, building care plans to support the service users throughout their journey.</p>
<p>Your main duties will include completing assessments and care planning, 1:1 structured work, delivering group interventions, supporting men through detox, comprehensive case notes, report writing and supporting men to achieve their care plan targets.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Inclusion, created in 2002 is part of the Specialist Services Care Group of Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). We provide caring and effective services across England, including, West Yorkshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, West Mercia, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Thurrock, Essex.</p> <p>We support individuals, families and communities who are affected by addiction, crime, mental health or need treatment for their sexual health. We believe that the individuals and families who use our services should receive high quality, committed and inclusive care, realising all the benefits a modern NHS organisation can provide.</p> <p>We work with patients and our staff teams to achieve the best outcomes we can. We invest heavily in training and development, and the wellbeing of our people, both staff and service users is central to who we are. Here at MPFT, we are proud of the comprehensive wellbeing and lifestyle support offer available, in addition to in-house training and coaching support.</p> <p>Our services are robustly governed, evidence-based, inclusive, and designed and provided in conjunction with service users. We are committed to providing the best service we can, and if you share our values, we want you on our team!</p> <p>For more about HMP Stocken and our incentives offer please see attached information.</p>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>18 November 2025</p>

  
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      <p>HMP Stocken</p>
      <p>Stocken Hall Road</p>
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            <p>LE15 7RD</p>
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    <p><strong>Please see the attached Job Description for the full list of duties and responsibilities. A summary is below:</strong></p> <ul>  <li>To deliver a steps-based, recovery orientated and outcome focussed service within the host prison with a particular emphasis on high standards and good practice.</li>  <li>To work within an integrated team delivering psycho-social interventions to service users presenting with substance misuse issues, including alcohol</li>  <li>To participate in activities designed to enhance the service such as clinical supervision and P.D.C. reviews, needs analysis, service user forums, increasing personal knowledge and remaining up to date with training</li>  <li> <p>To support and facilitate longer term psycho-social, CBT based group work requiring multiple session delivery.</p> </li>  <li> <p>To work with prisoners who have failed mandatory and voluntary urine tests and actively encourage them into treatment to engage in their recovery journey.</p> </li>  <li> <p>To provide structured interventions in accordance with the needs identified on an individual basis, in line with the goals identified and agreed on the recovery plan.</p> </li> </ul>
  

  
    
      
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Substance Misuse Practitioner

Team Leader 

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity as an experienced Counsellor to work in a busy regional Oncology Centre?</strong></p>
<p>An opportunity has arisen for an accredited counsellor to join the Oncology Team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire. We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative individual who would like to work alongside MDT colleagues in supporting patients with a cancer diagnosis and their families and carers.</p>
<p>The team serves a busy acute hospital working within the Arden Cancer Centre and a wider range of nurses, medics and allied professional supporting cancer patients.</p>
<p>There'sopportunity to gain experience in a wide range of cancer conditions and cutting edge treatments, working with inpatients and outpatients. You will be working alongside the service lead and part of a wider psychology team across the trust with excellent support provided for your development. We also have excellent administrative support for the team.</p>
<p>This position is for a band 6 counsellor. 0.6wte</p>
<p><em><strong>Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.</strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.</strong></em></p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>To ensure the systematic provision of a high quality counselling service to patients diagnosed with and treated for cancer, and their families under the care of the Arden Centre at UHCW. To manage own caseload and work autonomously within professional guidelines, exercising clinical responsibility, and implementing changes where necessary. To participate as a member of the Oncology (and where appropriate Haematology) Psychological Service team and to work co-operatively with multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve service goals.</p>
<p>To ensure the systematic provision of the psychological service, including the responsibility to prioritise work appropriately.</p>
<p>To use self-report measures, rating scales, direct and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members and others involved in the client's care.</p>
<p>To formulate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors that have shaped the individual or family</p>
<p><em><strong>Interviews will take place in person at UHCW on 15th and 16th January 2026</strong></em></p>
<p><em><strong>Please note this post will require onsite working with little or no opportunity for remote working</strong></em></p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as 'good' by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.</p> <p>We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.</p> <p>Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.</p> <p>We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellencedesignated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry &amp; Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)</p> <p>By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.</p> <p>The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>03 December 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 6</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £38,682 to £46,580 a year
      
        per annum pro rata
      
    </p>
  
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Part-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>218-AHP-B6-7653869</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire</p>
      <p>Clifford Bridge Road</p>
      <p>Coventry</p>
            <p>CV2 2DX</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>Communication:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>To communicate with patients in a skilled and sensitive manner, information about the psychological aspects of their care and therapy, and to monitor therapy progress. To communicate sensitive information where the recipient may be hostile, antagonistic or highly emotional</li>
<li>To elicit highly sensitive information, sometimes through interpreters or advocates, where there is need for reassurance, empathy and to work collaboratively and respectfully with the patient</li>
<li>To communicate effectively with service users, carers, groups, colleagues, managers and workers from other agencies using a variety of means such as verbal, written and electronic communication (e.g. email, databases).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Analytical and Judgemental Skills/ Freedom to Act</strong></p>
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<li>To conduct initial assessments of people presenting with multiple and complex issues related to their cancer and to consider the most appropriate therapy intervention, including, where appropriate, referring on to other services. To be able to clinically explain these decisions in team meetings or supervision</li>
<li>To work independently with patients within policies and codes of conduct</li>
<li>To participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision, working at all times within professional guidelines and adhering to standards set out by their professional regulatory body e.g. BACP, UKCP.</li>
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      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>Communication:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>To communicate with patients in a skilled and sensitive manner, information about the psychological aspects of their care and therapy, and to monitor therapy progress. To communicate sensitive information where the recipient may be hostile, antagonistic or highly emotional</li>
<li>To elicit highly sensitive information, sometimes through interpreters or advocates, where there is need for reassurance, empathy and to work collaboratively and respectfully with the patient</li>
<li>To communicate effectively with service users, carers, groups, colleagues, managers and workers from other agencies using a variety of means such as verbal, written and electronic communication (e.g. email, databases).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Analytical and Judgemental Skills/ Freedom to Act</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>To conduct initial assessments of people presenting with multiple and complex issues related to their cancer and to consider the most appropriate therapy intervention, including, where appropriate, referring on to other services. To be able to clinically explain these decisions in team meetings or supervision</li>
<li>To work independently with patients within policies and codes of conduct</li>
<li>To participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision, working at all times within professional guidelines and adhering to standards set out by their professional regulatory body e.g. BACP, UKCP.</li>
</ul>
<p><em><strong>Please see the full job description and person specification document for further details.</strong></em></p>
    
  


      
  
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          Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>See supporting documents</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>See supporting documents</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          Knowledge
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>See supporting documents</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          Skills
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>See supporting documents</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
        
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            <li>See supporting documents</li>
            
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            Experience
          
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          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>See supporting documents</li>
            
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            Knowledge
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>See supporting documents</li>
            
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            Skills
          
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          <li>See supporting documents</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>See supporting documents</li>
            
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            Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
          
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    <p>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.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
    <p>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 <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
    <p>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. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
  

  
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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        <p>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.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
        <p>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 <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
        <p>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. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
      

      
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust</p>
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      <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire</p>
      <p>Clifford Bridge Road</p>
      <p>Coventry</p>
            <p>CV2 2DX</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust</p>
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          <p>University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire</p>
          <p>Clifford Bridge Road</p>
          <p>Coventry</p>
                    <p>CV2 2DX</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk" target="_blank">https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Counsellor in Oncology

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Are You a Family Therapist Who Wants to Make a Difference to Offender Care Across Coventry and Warwickshire?</strong></p> <p><strong>Come and Join Our Growing Forensic CMHT</strong></p> <p>We are looking to recruit a Systemic Family Therapist, to support our service users, their families/carers and professional teams.</p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: Across Coventry &amp; Warwickshire </p> <p><strong>Contract</strong>: Fixed Term for 20 months</p> <p><strong>Hours:</strong> 1 WTE</p> <p>Exciting investment at<strong>Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust (CWPT)</strong>allows us to expand our existing<strong>Forensic Community Mental Health Team</strong>. This ambitious,<strong>2-year project</strong> is backed by significant funding and is focused on transforming mental health services for people who are a risk to others. Systemic Family Therapy is an integral intervention for our service users, and we are excited to pilot the provision in the service.</p> <p>What We're Working On:</p> <ul>  <li><strong>Setting up a dedicated clinic space</strong>within a local remand prison</li>  <li><strong>Improving the transition pathway</strong>from secure care to community services</li>  <li><strong>Embedding forensic specialists</strong>into each Community Mental Health Team (CMHT)</li>  <li><strong>Providing consultation and formulationsupport</strong>to staff and services</li>  <li><strong>Creating a co-production forum</strong>for collaborative service development</li>  <li><strong>Offering targeted therapeutic interventions</strong>in the community</li>  <li><strong>Delivering comprehensive forensic training</strong>for all CWPT staff</li>  <li><strong>Leading researchon community forensic services</strong> to shape future care</li> </ul>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a therapist who can draw upon highly developed theoretical and practice knowledge in Systemic Psychotherapy gained from a master's or equivalent entry requirements utilising extensive specialist knowledge from qualifications in more than one discipline</p> <p> A first post- graduate qualification in appropriate mental health/ social welfare profession e.g. social worker/ nurse/ psychologist or AFT agreed equivalent plus</p> <p> A Master's qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy or AFT accredited equivalent (usually 4 years academic study, assessed clinical training &amp; supervised practice including the full range of models within systemic practice and life span development).</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>What We Offer:</p> <ul>  <li>A <strong>supportive and enthusiastic work environment </strong>with a focus on growth</li>  <li><strong>Weekly team supervision </strong>to ensure ongoing professional development</li>  <li><strong>Generous opportunities for CPD</strong>, tailored to your interests and career goals</li>  <li>Roles that <strong>match your skills and strengths</strong>, ensuring you thrive in your position</li>  <li>A chance to be part of a <strong>transformative project </strong>that will shape the future of forensic mental health services</li> </ul> <p>At CWPT, we're committed to nurturing a team of motivated and compassionate professionals who can make a real impact in the lives of those with complex mental health needs. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, we'd love to hear from you and discuss how you can contribute to this innovative project.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>21 November 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
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      <p>Band 7</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £47,810 to £54,710 a year
      
        per annum pro rata
      
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  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>20 months</p>
  

  
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          Full-time
        
      
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  <p>444-7598963-MH</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Swanswell point</p>
      <p>stoney stanton road</p>
      <p>Coventry</p>
            <p>CV1 4FS</p>
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    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>1. A registered systemic psychotherapist, providing specialist systemic psychotherapy services to service users, their families and carers.</p>  <p>2. To provide consultation to the professional network bringing a systemic perspective to all aspects of the work of the community team.</p>  <p>3. Work autonomously and as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing generic and specialist systemic psychotherapy assessments, therapy, care planning and interventions.</p>  <p>4. Carry a core work caseload</p>  <p>5. Provide specialist advice and consultation on systemic formulations and practice to colleagues and partner organisations.</p>  <p>6. Identify, analyse and interpret complex clinical facts using well developed interpersonal and communication skills to communicate highly sensitive condition related information and potentially distressing decisions to clients and colleagues in contexts of challenging behaviour and potentially high emotive atmosphere, working in emotionally demanding environments and/ or difficult working conditions.</p> <p><strong>Interested?</strong> Reach out today to learn more or ask any questions you may have about the roles and the team. Please contact Dr Elizabeth Fitzmaurice (Consultant Forensic Psychologist) at <a href="mailto:elizabeth.fitzmaurice@covwarkpt.nhs.uk" target="_blank">elizabeth.fitzmaurice@covwarkpt.nhs.uk</a></p> <p>Please see attached job description for full details of this role.</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>1. A registered systemic psychotherapist, providing specialist systemic psychotherapy services to service users, their families and carers.</p>  <p>2. To provide consultation to the professional network bringing a systemic perspective to all aspects of the work of the community team.</p>  <p>3. Work autonomously and as a member of the multi-disciplinary team providing generic and specialist systemic psychotherapy assessments, therapy, care planning and interventions.</p>  <p>4. Carry a core work caseload</p>  <p>5. Provide specialist advice and consultation on systemic formulations and practice to colleagues and partner organisations.</p>  <p>6. Identify, analyse and interpret complex clinical facts using well developed interpersonal and communication skills to communicate highly sensitive condition related information and potentially distressing decisions to clients and colleagues in contexts of challenging behaviour and potentially high emotive atmosphere, working in emotionally demanding environments and/ or difficult working conditions.</p> <p><strong>Interested?</strong> Reach out today to learn more or ask any questions you may have about the roles and the team. Please contact Dr Elizabeth Fitzmaurice (Consultant Forensic Psychologist) at <a href="mailto:elizabeth.fitzmaurice@covwarkpt.nhs.uk" target="_blank">elizabeth.fitzmaurice@covwarkpt.nhs.uk</a></p> <p>Please see attached job description for full details of this role.</p>
    
  


      
  
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        <li>Post-graduate Qualification in a psychological therapy</li>
        
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        <li>Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to the client group.</li>
        
        <li>Skills in applying this knowledge.</li>
        
        <li>Well developed communication skills, suitable to the specialty.</li>
        
        <li>Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and the legal context. Evidence of continuing professional development.</li>
        
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        <li>Experience of working with adults and/or young people experiencing mental health difficulties.</li>
        
        <li>Experience of working with a range of clients, presenting a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances.</li>
        
        <li>Experience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs.</li>
        
        <li>Experience in providing consultancy to colleagues.</li>
        
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            Qualifications
          
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          <li>Post-graduate Qualification in a psychological therapy</li>
          
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            Knowledge and Skills
          
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          <li>Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialist psychological assessment methods and therapeutic approaches in relation to the client group.</li>
          
          <li>Skills in applying this knowledge.</li>
          
          <li>Well developed communication skills, suitable to the specialty.</li>
          
          <li>Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and the legal context. Evidence of continuing professional development.</li>
          
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            Experience
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Experience of working with adults and/or young people experiencing mental health difficulties.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of working with a range of clients, presenting a range of clinical severity and maintenance of professionalism in challenging circumstances.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of tailoring psychological assessment and intervention to individual needs.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in providing consultancy to colleagues.</li>
          
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    <p>
      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>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.</p>
      

      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust</p>
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      <p>Swanswell point</p>
      <p>stoney stanton road</p>
      <p>Coventry</p>
            <p>CV1 4FS</p>
    
  

  
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        <p><a href="https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>
      
  

  



  
      
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        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Swanswell point</p>
          <p>stoney stanton road</p>
          <p>Coventry</p>
                    <p>CV1 4FS</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.covwarkpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Specialist Family and systemic Psychotherapist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you ready to bring your passion, personality, creativity, and clinical expertise to a role that makes a real difference? Are you looking for a team who supports, celebrates, and invests in you? Are you keen to champion patient care, clinical excellence, and service development?</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>We really do practice what we preach here at Vita, with a company-wide focus on staff wellbeing, a flexible and creative approach to work and a real culture of openness and support. We love to see our colleagues thrive and achieve their personal goals, so we place a real emphasis on quality supervision, rich CPD and encouraging our PWPs to take on leadership roles and training opportunities.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. To find out more about Vita Health Group and the services we provide, please click here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk</a></p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>24 November 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Other</p>

    
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £29,970 to £36,483 a year
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Full-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>VP0A2D5128</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
                  <p>Derby/Hybrid</p>
            <p>DE1 1BS</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>Are you ready to bring your passion, personality, creativity, and clinical expertise to a role that makes a real difference? Are you looking for a team who supports, celebrates, and invests in you? Are you keen to champion patient care, clinical excellence, and service development?</strong></p><p><strong>If so, Vita Health Group is the place for you!</strong></p><p><strong>Getting to know Us</strong></p><p>Hello! We are VitaMinds Derbyshire supporting individuals aged 18+ across Derby and Derbyshire.</p><p>We are proud to be the lead provider of NHS Talking Therapies across Derby and Derbyshire and see the life changing impact of the work we do every day.</p><p>We really do practice what we preach here at Vita, with a company-wide focus on staff wellbeing, a flexible and creative approach to work and a real culture of openness and support. We love to see our colleagues thrive and achieve their personal goals, so we place a real emphasis on quality supervision, rich CPD and encouraging our PWPs to take on leadership roles and training opportunities.</p><p><strong>Making People Better</strong></p><p>As a qualified PWP, you have a vital role to play in the service we provide to our clients.</p><p>Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT). Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.</p><p><strong>This role will require a minimum of 2 days per week on site in Derbyshire.</strong></p><p><strong>Getting to know You</strong></p><p>Each PWP brings their own unique skills, background, and experiences to their practice. Alongside this, you must have:</p><ul><li>A Graduate/Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Low Intensity Interventions (Adults)</li> <li>BABCP or BPS registration or pending registration (if returning to practice and not sure how to meet registration requirements, we are happy to discuss prior to interview)</li> <li>Experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem</li> <li>An awareness of and commitment to supporting and facilitating diversity and inclusion</li></ul><p>We happily welcome applications from newly qualified practitioners and are always keen to speak to PWPs who are able to work locally within Derbyshire.</p><p>If this sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to welcoming you to the team!</p>Why Vita Health Group?<p>Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UKs largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers.</p><p>To achieve our mission of <strong>Making People Better</strong>, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally as <em>Best Company to Work for at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024.</em></p><p>This is also recognised by current employees our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being:</p><ul><li>Supportive team and management</li> <li>Positive work environment</li> <li>Wellbeing and mental health support</li> <li>Trust and respect</li> <li>Autonomy and flexibility</li></ul><p>We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers</a></p><p>Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. We are committed to Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion</p><p>We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees.</p><ul><li>We are a Mindful Employer</li> <li>Our status as a Disability Confident Leader dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. All disabled candidates that meet the minimum essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our Ethnicity Matters Scheme where all applicants for senior roles (£40,000+) from a minority ethnic group that meet the essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our Gender Matters Scheme where all women applicants for senior roles (£60,000+) that meet the essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant. </li> <li>Our status as a Menopause Friendly Committed employer.</li> <li>Our sign up to the Employer with Heart Charter. </li> <li>Our commitment to meet the standards outlined in the NHS Equality Delivery System (EDS). Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) and Workforce Disability Equality Standard (WDES).</li> <li>Access to health and wellbeing services for colleagues including Mental Health Advocates and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>An embedded speaking up culture facilitated by Freedom to Speak Up Guardians.</li> <li>Treating transgender individuals with dignity and recognising the potential complications that may arise when taking references. We encourage applicants to contact HR at <a href="mailto:hr@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@vhg.co.uk</a> to discuss or amend how we manage reference requests.</li></ul><p>Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@vhg.co.uk</a> and we will facilitate.</p><p>Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check.</p><p>Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months.</p><p>Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received.</p>  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>Are you ready to bring your passion, personality, creativity, and clinical expertise to a role that makes a real difference? Are you looking for a team who supports, celebrates, and invests in you? Are you keen to champion patient care, clinical excellence, and service development?</strong></p><p><strong>If so, Vita Health Group is the place for you!</strong></p><p><strong>Getting to know Us</strong></p><p>Hello! We are VitaMinds Derbyshire supporting individuals aged 18+ across Derby and Derbyshire.</p><p>We are proud to be the lead provider of NHS Talking Therapies across Derby and Derbyshire and see the life changing impact of the work we do every day.</p><p>We really do practice what we preach here at Vita, with a company-wide focus on staff wellbeing, a flexible and creative approach to work and a real culture of openness and support. We love to see our colleagues thrive and achieve their personal goals, so we place a real emphasis on quality supervision, rich CPD and encouraging our PWPs to take on leadership roles and training opportunities.</p><p><strong>Making People Better</strong></p><p>As a qualified PWP, you have a vital role to play in the service we provide to our clients.</p><p>Using your clinical expertise, you will assess the suitability of new referrals through telephone assessments and provide short term, low intensity interventions via telephone, online webinars, and computerised CBT (CCBT). Where needed, you will work closely with colleagues at Steps 3 and 4, and external services, to support safe onward referrals and step ups, at all times maintaining and advocating for patient dignity, confidentiality and inclusivity.</p><p><strong>This role will require a minimum of 2 days per week on site in Derbyshire.</strong></p><p><strong>Getting to know You</strong></p><p>Each PWP brings their own unique skills, background, and experiences to their practice. Alongside this, you must have:</p><ul><li>A Graduate/Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Low Intensity Interventions (Adults)</li> <li>BABCP or BPS registration or pending registration (if returning to practice and not sure how to meet registration requirements, we are happy to discuss prior to interview)</li> <li>Experience of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem</li> <li>An awareness of and commitment to supporting and facilitating diversity and inclusion</li></ul><p>We happily welcome applications from newly qualified practitioners and are always keen to speak to PWPs who are able to work locally within Derbyshire.</p><p>If this sounds like the right fit for you, we look forward to welcoming you to the team!</p>Why Vita Health Group?<p>Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UKs largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers.</p><p>To achieve our mission of <strong>Making People Better</strong>, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally as <em>Best Company to Work for at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024.</em></p><p>This is also recognised by current employees our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being:</p><ul><li>Supportive team and management</li> <li>Positive work environment</li> <li>Wellbeing and mental health support</li> <li>Trust and respect</li> <li>Autonomy and flexibility</li></ul><p>We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers</a></p><p>Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. We are committed to Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion</p><p>We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees.</p><ul><li>We are a Mindful Employer</li> <li>Our status as a Disability Confident Leader dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. All disabled candidates that meet the minimum essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our Ethnicity Matters Scheme where all applicants for senior roles (£40,000+) from a minority ethnic group that meet the essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our Gender Matters Scheme where all women applicants for senior roles (£60,000+) that meet the essential criteria will be considered for interview.</li> <li>Our sign up to the Armed Forces Covenant. </li> <li>Our status as a Menopause Friendly Committed employer.</li> <li>Our sign up to the Employer with Heart Charter. </li> <li>Our commitment to meet the standards outlined in the NHS Equality Delivery System (EDS). Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES) and Workforce Disability Equality Standard (WDES).</li> <li>Access to health and wellbeing services for colleagues including Mental Health Advocates and an Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>An embedded speaking up culture facilitated by Freedom to Speak Up Guardians.</li> <li>Treating transgender individuals with dignity and recognising the potential complications that may arise when taking references. We encourage applicants to contact HR at <a href="mailto:hr@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">hr@vhg.co.uk</a> to discuss or amend how we manage reference requests.</li></ul><p>Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@vhg.co.uk</a> and we will facilitate.</p><p>Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check.</p><p>Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months.</p><p>Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received.</p>    
  


      
  
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    <p>
      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>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.</p>
      

      

      
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Vita Health Group </p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
                  <p>Derby/Hybrid</p>
            <p>DE1 1BS</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Vita Health Group </p>
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                    <p>DE1 1BS</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) Derby

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you caring, innovative and passionate about your work? Do you value putting your patients first and working with them towards recovery?

Are you motivated to learn and develop your psychotherapy skills? <strong>If so, then YOU are the person we are looking for.</strong></p><p>
We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Associate Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team at the Leicestershire Adult Eating Disorder Service.</p><p>The team is well established and have been providing high quality care for the residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland for over 30 years.</p><p>The team assess and provide individual care plans for recovery through evidence-based interventions and strong therapeutic relationships to patients with a variety of eating disorders, on one to one basis and in group settings.</p><p>Clinical associate psychologists are a key part of our team and the successful candidate will join our current psychology team Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Associate Psychologist and Psychology Assistants.</p><p>The service team also consists of nurses, occupational therapists, psychiatrists, administrators, dietitians, research and evaluation associates. Teamwork and collaboration is highly valued in the service and encouraged from all.</p><p>Experience of working with people with an eating disorder will be a particular strength for the right candidate. However, we are able to offer opportunities for with those with limited experience in limited experience in a developmental role.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>The post holder will work with people who use our services to develop a shared understanding of their eating disorder, how they cope and the impact this has on their mental, physical health and well-being and those around them (psychological assessment and formulation).</p><p>Under supervision of qualified clinical psychologists they will deliver psychological interventions such as CBT guided self-help, CBT and other appropriate therapy models. The post holder will manage their own caseload.</p><p>A good understanding of some of the physical and psychological risks experienced by our patients will be helpful and you will be supported with this alongside training and development opportunities relevant to your role and equipping you with specialist skills.</p><p>You will also be able to take part in our weekly CPD programme, where we have an extensive range of internal and external speakers.

We have a strong culture of research and a continuous drive for improving quality, and there is plentiful opportunity to contribute to our ongoing programme.</p><p><strong>Please note that a full UK Driving Licence and access to a car during working hours is required for this role.

For more details, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.</strong></p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible.

About Us

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups.

Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents.

We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy.

For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy).

All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.

For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started.

Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.</p>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>09 December 2025</p>

  
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    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
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      <p>Band 6</p>
  
  

  
  
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      £38,682 to £46,580 a year
      
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  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
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          Full-time,
        
      
        
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  <p>005445</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Bennion Centre</p>
      <p>Glenfield Hospital</p>
      <p>Leicester</p>
      <p>Leicestershire</p>
      <p>LE3 9EJ</p>
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    <p>Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Bennion Centre</p>
      <p>Glenfield Hospital</p>
      <p>Leicester</p>
      <p>Leicestershire</p>
      <p>LE3 9EJ</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Bennion Centre</p>
          <p>Glenfield Hospital</p>
          <p>Leicester</p>
          <p>Leicestershire</p>
          <p>LE3 9EJ</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/jobs/" target="_blank">https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Band 6 Clinical Associate in Psychology

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>The peer support worker (PSW) will work as an integral part of the Derbyshire Criminal Justice Liaison and Diversion Team. The service provides early intervention to address health and social inequalities to reduce re-offending behaviours. The PSW will work with individuals to provide peer support and practical assistance to allow service users to participate in their own unique recovery journey for service users with complex needs who are in contact with the criminal justice system to receive enhanced support through appropriate diversion pathways.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <ol>  <li> <p>To work with and develop supportive relationships with service receivers</p> </li>  <li> <p>To support individuals toidentify their own achievable and meaningful recovery goals and set recovery objectives, using a range of recovery tools, techniques and lived experiences</p> </li>  <li> <p>To share own recovery story to provide hope,self belief and self awareness and inspire and instil confidence in peers</p> </li>  <li> <p>Demonstrate a caring and professional attitude and be a positive role model to multi-disciplinary team members, service receivers and carers</p> </li>  <li> <p>Share Knowledge of the Recovery Model and promote the support development of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP).</p> </li>  <li> <p>Promote and facilitate access to community groups and networks that enable service users to participate in community activities and with partner agencies.</p> </li>  <li> <p>Provide relevant information to care plan co-ordinators as required and feedback information into CPA process to ensure recovery goals are integrated into future care planning.</p> </li>  <li> <p>Use bothjob related training and individual experience to guide approach and interventions. Use professional supervision to support this process</p> </li> </ol>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.</p>
<p>CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust."</p>
<p>Benefits include:</p>
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<p>Commitment to flexible working where this is possible</p>
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<p>27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years &amp; 33 days after 10 years' service</p>
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<p>Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training</p>
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<p>Generous NHS pension scheme</p>
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<p>Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits</p>
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<p>Health service discounts and online benefits</p>
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<p>Incremental pay progression</p>
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<p>Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7</p>
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<p>Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network</p>
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<p>Health and wellbeing opportunities</p>
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<p>Structured learning and development opportunities</p>
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  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>05 December 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
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      <p>Band 3</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
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      £24,937 to £26,598 a year
      
        PRO RATA
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>12 years</p>
  

  
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          Full-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>383-SPE-6286-25</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>St Andrews house</p>
      <p>London Road</p>
      <p>Derby</p>
            <p>DE1 2SX</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <ul>  <li> <p>Work within multi disciplinary team and develop positive working relationships with service receivers and colleagues</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>Communicate with team members and provide information to inform future care planning</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>Provide relevant information to care plan co-ordinators as required and feedback information into CPA process to ensure recovery goals are integrated into future care planning</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>To work with teams in the wider organisation to raise the profile of recovery and peer support.</p> </li> </ul>
  

  
    
      
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      <ul>  <li> <p>Work within multi disciplinary team and develop positive working relationships with service receivers and colleagues</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>Communicate with team members and provide information to inform future care planning</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>Provide relevant information to care plan co-ordinators as required and feedback information into CPA process to ensure recovery goals are integrated into future care planning</p> </li> </ul>   <ul>  <li> <p>To work with teams in the wider organisation to raise the profile of recovery and peer support.</p> </li> </ul>
    
  


      
  
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          <li>Peer mentor training</li>
          
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        <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
        
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          <li>Mental health awareness</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Peer mentor training</li>
            
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
          
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            <li>Mental health awareness</li>
            
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    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>St Andrews house</p>
      <p>London Road</p>
      <p>Derby</p>
            <p>DE1 2SX</p>
    
  

  
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        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>St Andrews house</p>
          <p>London Road</p>
          <p>Derby</p>
                    <p>DE1 2SX</p>
        
      

      
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            <p><a href="http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

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