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Family and Systemic Psychotherapist

Counsellor/Psychotherapist - CYP 

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We have an exciting opportunity for a experience counsellor with experience of working with children to join our Children Looked After CLA service. This is a part time role and will be ideal for someone who has 12 months counselling experience post registration with a relevant professional body.</p>  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>This post will work under the line management of
the Service Lead and Senior Practitioner. The role will be varied, challenging,
and rewarding as you will work as part of a diverse clinical team pro-actively developing
the service through co-production, delivery, and ongoing innovation.</p>  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>ABL is an exciting fast-paced, growing community
health organisation. As an experienced, CQC registered, provider of community
health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence based, innovative,
effective and relevant health care services in partnership with individuals, communities
and stakeholders.</p><p>

We are a values driven
organisation, dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving peoples
lives. We would love to hear from you if you would like the opportunity to work
with in a close team of committed professionals and you share our values of
designing and delivering health services.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>01 September 2025</p>

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

    
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £24,000 to £27,000 a year
      
        depending on qualifications and experience (pro rata)
      
    </p>
  
  

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

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time,
        
      
        
          Flexible working
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>E0343-25-0016abl633J</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Nexus Business Centre</p>
      <p>6 Darby Close</p>
      <p>Cheney Manor</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
      <p>SN2 2PN</p>
      <br>
      
        
      
    
  

      

      
  
    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>Main Tasks:</strong></p><ul><li>To deliver therapeutic interventions to children and young people, working independently which may at times mean some travel and lone working.</li> </ul><ul><li>To provide counselling to young people.</li> </ul><ul><li>To develop alternatives to one-to-one therapeutic work i.e., group work.</li> </ul><ul><li>To facilitate peer support interventions with and for children and young people.</li> </ul><ul><li>To maintain confidential case notes and records in a timely manner ensuring that they are stored securely using the specified case management systems.</li> </ul><ul><li>To develop links to other agencies and services and have a good understanding of local services for signposting and onward referrals</li> </ul><ul><li>To positively manage risk and recognise and pro-actively respond to child protection and safeguarding issues.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>Communication</strong></p><ul><li>Be able to communicate and engage with children and young people appropriate to individual needs.</li> </ul><ul><li>Ensure young people feel listened to, feel in control and are respected.</li> </ul><ul><li>Be a team player</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>WORKING PRACTICE EXPECTATIONS</strong></p><p><strong>Ethical Practice</strong></p><p>Employed therapists are required to abide by the Ethical Framework for Good Practise in Counselling and Psychotherapy (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or equivalent.</p><p></p><p><strong>Professional Membership and Registration</strong></p><p>It is required that employed practitioners maintain active membership with a national organisation that represents the field of psychological therapy and people who work as counsellors and therapists, such AFT, BACP, BPS, BABCP or HCPC or UKCP. Employed practitioners will ideally pursue accreditation or registration with one of these bodies; and will complete annual continuing professional development and associated procedures required to maintain accreditation and/or registration. All costs associated with professional memberships, subscriptions, conferences, continuing education etc., are borne by the practitioner.</p><p><strong>Liability Insurance</strong></p><p>Employed practitioners are covered against malpractice liability by ABL insurance.</p><p><strong>Supervision</strong></p><p>Employed clinical practitioners are required to attend supervision at the minimum frequency of 1.5 hours per FTE per month, with an appropriately qualified professional approved by ABL. This time is included in the contract.</p><p>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship; all applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>Main Tasks:</strong></p><ul><li>To deliver therapeutic interventions to children and young people, working independently which may at times mean some travel and lone working.</li> </ul><ul><li>To provide counselling to young people.</li> </ul><ul><li>To develop alternatives to one-to-one therapeutic work i.e., group work.</li> </ul><ul><li>To facilitate peer support interventions with and for children and young people.</li> </ul><ul><li>To maintain confidential case notes and records in a timely manner ensuring that they are stored securely using the specified case management systems.</li> </ul><ul><li>To develop links to other agencies and services and have a good understanding of local services for signposting and onward referrals</li> </ul><ul><li>To positively manage risk and recognise and pro-actively respond to child protection and safeguarding issues.</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>Communication</strong></p><ul><li>Be able to communicate and engage with children and young people appropriate to individual needs.</li> </ul><ul><li>Ensure young people feel listened to, feel in control and are respected.</li> </ul><ul><li>Be a team player</li> </ul><p></p><p><strong>WORKING PRACTICE EXPECTATIONS</strong></p><p><strong>Ethical Practice</strong></p><p>Employed therapists are required to abide by the Ethical Framework for Good Practise in Counselling and Psychotherapy (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or equivalent.</p><p></p><p><strong>Professional Membership and Registration</strong></p><p>It is required that employed practitioners maintain active membership with a national organisation that represents the field of psychological therapy and people who work as counsellors and therapists, such AFT, BACP, BPS, BABCP or HCPC or UKCP. Employed practitioners will ideally pursue accreditation or registration with one of these bodies; and will complete annual continuing professional development and associated procedures required to maintain accreditation and/or registration. All costs associated with professional memberships, subscriptions, conferences, continuing education etc., are borne by the practitioner.</p><p><strong>Liability Insurance</strong></p><p>Employed practitioners are covered against malpractice liability by ABL insurance.</p><p><strong>Supervision</strong></p><p>Employed clinical practitioners are required to attend supervision at the minimum frequency of 1.5 hours per FTE per month, with an appropriately qualified professional approved by ABL. This time is included in the contract.</p><p>Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship; all applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_1">
        
          Qualifications
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>1 years post qualification counselling /psychotherapy experience.</li>
        
        <li>Professional registration with recognised National Body (e.g. BACP/UKCP, HCPC).</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_2">
        
          Experience
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.</li>
        
        <li>Experience in managing a caseload. </li>
        
        <li>Ability to assess and manage risks.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to recognise and respond to concerns about child protection and safeguarding.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to make use of supervision.</li>
        
        <li>Up to date knowledge of CYP emotional wellbeing / early mental health clinical evidence-based practice and support for parents/carers.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Experience in eth CLA sector.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in quality improvement measures.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in pathway development.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in delivering training and workshops to CYP and parents / carers.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in delivering training to professionals.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in running peer support groups.</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_3">
        
          Skills and Knowledge
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Excellent interpersonal skills </li>
        
        <li>Excellent communication skills including listening, verbal and written.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to communicate with CYP of different ages, developmental level and backgrounds.</li>
        
        <li>Excellent telephone manner.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to prioritise work tasks.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to work under high pressure and in a fast-paced environment.</li>
        
        <li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li>
        
        <li>Understanding and evidence of adhering to information governance and data protection policies.</li>
        
        <li>Efficient problem-solving skills.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to interact with colleagues and other stakeholders politely and courteously.</li>
        
        <li>Excellent IT skills and proficient in all areas of Microsoft Office &amp; running remote meetings.</li>
        
        <li>Experience with reporting in client database packages.</li>
        
        <li>Excellent customer care.</li>
        
        <li>Evidence of accuracy and paying attention to detail in tasks.</li>
        
        <li>Punctuality, reliability and honesty.</li>
        
        <li>Ability to use own initiative and confident to do so in the workplace.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Local knowledge of services and need.</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_4">
        
          Job Specific Requirements
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Work flexibly and adapt to suit service need.</li>
        
        <li>Willing to travel.</li>
        
        <li>Enhanced DBS check.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
  


  
    
      
        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_1">
          
            Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>1 years post qualification counselling /psychotherapy experience.</li>
          
          <li>Professional registration with recognised National Body (e.g. BACP/UKCP, HCPC).</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in managing a caseload. </li>
          
          <li>Ability to assess and manage risks.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to recognise and respond to concerns about child protection and safeguarding.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to make use of supervision.</li>
          
          <li>Up to date knowledge of CYP emotional wellbeing / early mental health clinical evidence-based practice and support for parents/carers.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Experience in eth CLA sector.</li>
            
            <li>Experience in quality improvement measures.</li>
            
            <li>Experience in pathway development.</li>
            
            <li>Experience in delivering training and workshops to CYP and parents / carers.</li>
            
            <li>Experience in delivering training to professionals.</li>
            
            <li>Experience in running peer support groups.</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Skills and Knowledge
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Excellent interpersonal skills </li>
          
          <li>Excellent communication skills including listening, verbal and written.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to communicate with CYP of different ages, developmental level and backgrounds.</li>
          
          <li>Excellent telephone manner.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to prioritise work tasks.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to work under high pressure and in a fast-paced environment.</li>
          
          <li>Excellent organisational and time management skills.</li>
          
          <li>Understanding and evidence of adhering to information governance and data protection policies.</li>
          
          <li>Efficient problem-solving skills.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to interact with colleagues and other stakeholders politely and courteously.</li>
          
          <li>Excellent IT skills and proficient in all areas of Microsoft Office &amp; running remote meetings.</li>
          
          <li>Experience with reporting in client database packages.</li>
          
          <li>Excellent customer care.</li>
          
          <li>Evidence of accuracy and paying attention to detail in tasks.</li>
          
          <li>Punctuality, reliability and honesty.</li>
          
          <li>Ability to use own initiative and confident to do so in the workplace.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Local knowledge of services and need.</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_4">
          
            Job Specific Requirements
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Work flexibly and adapt to suit service need.</li>
          
          <li>Willing to travel.</li>
          
          <li>Enhanced DBS check.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
    
  



      
  
    <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 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
    </p>
  


 
  
    
      
        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <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 
          <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
        </p>
      
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>ABL Health Ltd</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Nexus Business Centre</p>
      <p>6 Darby Close</p>
      <p>Cheney Manor</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
      <p>SN2 2PN</p>
    
  

  
    <br>
    <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
      
        <p><a href="https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/" target="_blank">https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>
      
  

  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>ABL Health Ltd</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Nexus Business Centre</p>
          <p>6 Darby Close</p>
          <p>Cheney Manor</p>
          <p>Swindon</p>
          <p>SN2 2PN</p>
        
      

      
        <br>
        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/" target="_blank">https://www.ablhealth.co.uk/work-for-us/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Counsellor/Psychotherapist 

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and conscientious individual with a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver what is required to achieve a safe, high quality and effective service whilst continuously striving for improvement.</p>
<p>The successful candidate will undertake general and specialist analysis of samples received in Blood Sciences, on a rotational basis throughout all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.</p>
<p>These procedures include the analysis and interpretation of complex results which ultimately leads to the production of a laboratory report, which may impact directly on patient care. You are responsible for informing a Consultant Haematologist of any result that may need immediate clinical action.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>Biomedical Scientists (BMSs) contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing and interpreting a range of scientific procedures on biological specimens using highly complex equipment.</p>
<p>This post operates throughout Haematology and Blood Transfusion, in conjunction with the Biomedical Support Workers. The laboratory is fully UKAS ISO 15189 Accredited and is also an accredited site for HCPC Certificate of Competence and IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Chemistry Training. The department has state of the art equipment with a refresh of major analysers in 2019.  </p>
<p>We have Sysmex with Di60 for FBC and Films, Werfen for coagulation and Ortho in Blood Transfusion  In 2021 we have installed and gone live with a comprehensive Kelsius Temperature Monitoring System.  Early in 2022 we expect to take on a full complement of new Microscopes.  Ordercomms is now established for Hospital and GP Users and the laboratory and a major IT upgrade to Winpath Enterprise is underway for implementation in 2022.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>04 September 2025</p>

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

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 5</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £31,049 to £37,796 a year
      
        pro rata per annum + 5% Recruitment Retention Premium
      
    </p>
  
  

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

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>249-6986428-2</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Great Western Hospital</p>
      <p>Marlborough Road</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
            <p>SN3 6BB</p>
      <br>
      
        
      
    
  

      

      
  
    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>1. General and specialist analysis of samples received in Blood Sciences, on a rotational basis throughout all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.2. Authorise clinical results in accordance with defined turnaround times.3. Perform maintenance, calibrations and quality control checks on analytical equipment, following suitable training.4. Rotate through all benches within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections.5. To engage with quality management system (NCNs, audits, etc) and to maintain accreditation under UKAS ISO 15189 standards6. Contribute to the departmental out of hours shift rota.7. Operate in a manner which is respectful and professional.8. Adhere to Trust policies for health and safety and patient confidentiality.9. Engage with the departmental training programme for each task.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>1. General and specialist analysis of samples received in Blood Sciences, on a rotational basis throughout all sections of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.2. Authorise clinical results in accordance with defined turnaround times.3. Perform maintenance, calibrations and quality control checks on analytical equipment, following suitable training.4. Rotate through all benches within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections.5. To engage with quality management system (NCNs, audits, etc) and to maintain accreditation under UKAS ISO 15189 standards6. Contribute to the departmental out of hours shift rota.7. Operate in a manner which is respectful and professional.8. Adhere to Trust policies for health and safety and patient confidentiality.9. Engage with the departmental training programme for each task.</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_1">
        
          Qualifications
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist</li>
        
        <li>IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree  (or equivalent approved by the IBMS)</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Further training courses (e.g.  analyser/subject specific)</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_2">
        
          Experience
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Experience working and communicating as part of a diverse team</li>
        
        <li>Experience working in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Experience working in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory in a haematology and/or blood transfusion discipline</li>
          
          <li>Experience working as part of an out of hours shift rota or as a lone worker</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
  


  
    
      
        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_1">
          
            Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist</li>
          
          <li>IBMS accredited Biomedical Sciences degree  (or equivalent approved by the IBMS)</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Further training courses (e.g.  analyser/subject specific)</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Experience working and communicating as part of a diverse team</li>
          
          <li>Experience working in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Experience working in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory in a haematology and/or blood transfusion discipline</li>
            
            <li>Experience working as part of an out of hours shift rota or as a lone worker</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
    
  



      
  
    <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="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>
  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <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>
    </p>
  


 
  
    
      
        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <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="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>
      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <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>
        </p>
      
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Great Western Hospital</p>
      <p>Marlborough Road</p>
      <p>Swindon</p>
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        <p>Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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          <p>Great Western Hospital</p>
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Biomedical Scientist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Are you a passionate and reflective Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist looking to make a real difference?</strong> Come and join our friendly and welcoming team in the<strong> Oxfordshire CAMHS Getting More Help service</strong>, based in<strong>Abingdon and Banbury.</strong></p> <p>We're looking for someone who is excited to bring their skills, creativity, and insight into a well-established, multi-disciplinary team. You'll be working alongside experienced clinicians who value collaboration, mutual support, and shared learning.</p> <p>What You'll Be Doing:</p> <p>* Delivering a variety of psychotherapeutic interventions including individual child psychotherapy, short-term psychoanalytic psychotherapy (STPP), State of Mind Assessments and parent-child relationship work* Contributing thoughtful, psychoanalytically informed insights to MDT discussions and care planning* Holding a protected psychotherapy caseload, with time set aside for high-quality, reflective work</p> <p>What We Offer:</p> <p>* A nurturing environment where psychoanalytic thinking is valued and embedded in our approach* Regular clinical supervision with our Consultant Child Psychotherapist* Ongoing management support and a culture of team-based reflection and development* Membership of a wider network of Child Psychotherapists across the Trust, with regular opportunities to connect, share and grow* A Trust that prioritises staff wellbeing and offers a rich programme of CPD and training opportunities</p>    <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
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<li><strong>Caseload Management</strong>: Hold a protected psychotherapy caseload, offering assessments and a range of interventions including individual psychotherapy, short-term psychodynamic psychotherapy (STPP), State of Mind Assessments, and parent-child interventions.</li>
<li><strong>Assessment &amp; Treatment</strong>: Conduct psychoanalytic assessments for complex referrals and implement treatment plans based on psychodynamic principles.</li>
<li><strong>Therapeutic Delivery</strong>: Deliver highly specialist psychotherapy to children and adolescents, often in emotionally charged or complex family situations.</li>
<li><strong>Multidisciplinary Collaboration</strong>: Contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions and provide consultation to colleagues.</li>
<li><strong>Risk Management</strong>: Undertake risk assessments and advise others on risk-related issues.</li>
<li><strong>Care Coordination</strong>: Act as care coordinator where appropriate, ensuring communication with referrers and other professionals.</li>
<li><strong>Communication</strong>: Handle sensitive and complex information with skill, especially in emotionally intense or high-risk scenarios.</li>
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  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.</p> <p>Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.</p> <p>As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: <strong>"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"</strong></p> <p>Our values are:<strong>"Caring, safe and excellent"</strong></p> <p>At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:</p> <ul>  <li>Excellent opportunities for career progression</li>  <li>Individual and Trust wide learning and development</li>  <li>27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service</li>  <li>NHS Discount</li>  <li>Pension scheme</li>  <li>Lease car scheme</li>  <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>  <li>Mental Health First Aiders</li>  <li>Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)</li>  <li>Staff networking and support groups</li> </ul>


      
        
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  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>03 September 2025</p>

  
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    <p>12 months</p>
  

  
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        <li>Master's level pre-clinical training at  a training school recognised by the  Association of Child  Psychotherapists (ACP) and post- graduate training at doctoral level in clinical child psychotherapy at a  training school accredited by the ACP</li>
        
        <li>Maintenance of ACP Registration</li>
        
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        <li>Advanced skills in professional  supervision and an ability to deliver  regular supervision to a range of  professionals and psychotherapy  trainees</li>
        
        <li>Masters or Doctoral level  knowledge of research  methodology consistent with  psychoanalytic work</li>
        
        <li>Well developed skills in the ability  to communicate effectively, orally  and in writing, complex, highly  technical and/or clinically sensitive  information to clients, their families,  carers and other professional  colleagues both within and outside  the NHS</li>
        
        <li>Has received training (either formal  of through experience) and carried  out risk assessments within scope of  practice</li>
        
        <li>Able to develop good therapeutic  relationships with clients</li>
        
        <li>Understanding of principles and  methods of clinical audit, research and service evaluation</li>
        
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          <li>and service evaluation</li>
          
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        <li>Advanced knowledge and skills in  Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and  its effective application to the  mental health problems of children  and adolescents with complex  disorders and diagnosis, including  pervasive and severe emotional and  psychological difficulties</li>
        
        <li>Ability to meet agreed/specified  service targets</li>
        
        <li>Ability to manage competing  demands / manage a caseload</li>
        
        <li>Demonstrates high standards in  written communication</li>
        
        <li>Able to write clear reports and  letters to other agencies</li>
        
        <li>Experience with routine outcome  monitoring</li>
        
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          <li>Masters or Doctoral level  knowledge of research  methodology consistent with  psychoanalytic work</li>
          
          <li>Well developed skills in the ability  to communicate effectively, orally  and in writing, complex, highly  technical and/or clinically sensitive  information to clients, their families,  carers and other professional  colleagues both within and outside  the NHS</li>
          
          <li>Has received training (either formal  of through experience) and carried  out risk assessments within scope of  practice</li>
          
          <li>Able to develop good therapeutic  relationships with clients</li>
          
          <li>Understanding of principles and  methods of clinical audit, research and service evaluation</li>
          
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          <li>Sufficient experience of working as  a qualified psychotherapist within  an NHS CAMHS clinic</li>
          
          <li>Advanced knowledge and skills in  Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and  its effective application to the  mental health problems of children  and adolescents with complex  disorders and diagnosis, including  pervasive and severe emotional and  psychological difficulties</li>
          
          <li>Ability to meet agreed/specified  service targets</li>
          
          <li>Ability to manage competing  demands / manage a caseload</li>
          
          <li>Demonstrates high standards in  written communication</li>
          
          <li>Able to write clear reports and  letters to other agencies</li>
          
          <li>Experience with routine outcome  monitoring</li>
          
          <li>Experience of teaching and liaising  with other professional groups</li>
          
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            <li>Experience of  supervising clinical  staff</li>
            
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Oxford Health NHS Trust</p>
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      <p>Raglan House</p>
            <p>Oxford</p>
            <p>OX3 7JH</p>
    
  

  
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Child Psychotherapist

<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			<p>Are you an experienced Senior Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and changes lives for the better? Join the team at Thornford Park as a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist working 30 hours a week and enjoy support from a regional network of healthcare professionals. You will be working at Thornford Park, and will provide the Ward Psychologist role across the male and female PICU’s.</p>
<p>There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD at Thornford Park, where you will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward.</p>
<p>What you will be doing Reporting to the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of delivering strategic and clinical strategies to grow and further develop the care pathway through specialist psychological advice and consultations. You will lead and oversee the specialised psychological programme and the transdisciplinary team where you will provide supervision and training to your peers to ensure they understand the concepts and principles underpinning the framework and the specialised skills required to work successfully within this service model. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within mental health care services.</p>
<p>We value your professional growth and offer numerous career development opportunities. Our extensive range of courses is designed to help you grow and succeed in your career.</p>
<p>It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like.</p>
<p><strong>As a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist you will be:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Autonomous in managing your own caseload, which will involve working with complex service-users.</li>
    <li>Attending regular clinical and service development meetings, such as MDT’s, CPA’s, referrals, and other hospital-wide meetings</li>
    <li>An integral part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team on the two PICU’s</li>
    <li>Providing both long &amp; short-term work, which includes being able to undertake clinical assessments to determine clinical needs &amp; treatment plans.</li>
    <li>Providing both individual and group work to the patients.</li>
    <li>Maintaining monthly clinical supervision as well as regular line-management supervision</li>
    <li>Providing clinical supervision to nursing staff/therapy staff as appropriate and facilitating in the provision of reflective practice.</li>
    <li>Providing both written &amp; verbal contributions to MDT &amp; CPA process</li>
    <li>Supporting the MDT in the development and review of care plans</li>
    <li>Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service</li>
    <li>Contributing to professional development within the team</li>
    <li>Contributing to teaching as part of Induction/mandatory training.</li>
    <li>Contributing to audit and research as directed by the line manager</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be successful in this role, you'll need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>BPS accredited and HCPC approved Doctorate.</li>
    <li>Have HCPC Registration.</li>
    <li>Chartered Member of the BPS.</li>
    <li>Evidence of engagement in mental health networks.</li>
    <li>Post-doctoral level knowledge and application of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis.</li>
    <li>Experience in using psychological models and theories to address a range of risk and behavioural issues.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Where you will be working:</strong></p>
<p>Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET</p>
<p>Thornford Park Hospital, part of Elysium Healthcare, is an independent 143 bedded hospital set in 23 acres of parkland on the outskirts of Newbury, Berkshire (close to the Hampshire borders).</p>
<p>We provide services for male and female patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) who require care in conditions of medium and low security. Our service users, many of whom have forensic histories, require long-term treatment and rehabilitation and present with multiple problems, challenging and high-risk behaviour and complex care needs. In addition to the mental health wards, Thornford Park has a 14-bedded low secure service for male patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, commissioned by NHS England, a medium/low secure service for females with a Learning Disability, and a medium secure service for males with Learning Disability. We also have two Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, one for males and one for females, providing holistic assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing crisis</p>
<p><strong>What you will get:</strong></p>
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    <li>Annual salary of up to £57,000 pro rata</li>
    <li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave pro rata – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off!</li>
    <li>Free lunchtime meal and parking</li>
    <li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li>
    <li>24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be</li>
    <li>Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.</li>
    <li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li>
    <li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li>
    <li>Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li>
    <li>There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p>
<p>You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.</p>
<p>Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.</p>
<p><em>Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.</em></p>
		
	
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Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist  Part-Time  

<p><strong>Are you an accredited CBT therapist seeking additional case work as an Independent Practitioner in Reading?</strong></p><p>You should consider joining Onebright, to become part of a growing community of evidence-based therapists delivering therapy by phone, secure video conferencing and face to face. You will get regular referrals, access to continuous professional development and be part of an exciting new model of mental health support.</p><p>To be fast tracked into our network of clinicians:</p><ul><li>You will be able to demonstrate your experience of delivering CYP and or Adult CBT therapy, either remote or face to face, in the Neurodevelopmental space.</li><li>Have capacity for long term, regular private clients.</li><li>Must be an accredited BABCP therapist looking to extend your knowledge and skills?</li><li>Want access to relevant industry leading CPD to support your development?</li><li>Excited about working with world class professionals at the forefront of CBT and mental health treatment in the UK?</li></ul><p>All Onebright clinicians can achieve flexible and full case loads with no minimum case requirements, they maintain autonomy for their clinical decisions, can regularly access development &amp; CPD opportunities and are provided with the latest technological innovations to support their case management.</p><p>So, are we right for each other? If you think we should talk more, you can-</p><ul><li>Submit your application and our recruitment team will support you through the application process.</li><li>Visit <a href="http://www.onebright.com/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.onebright.com/join-our-team</a> and select Independent Practitioner Network or email us <a href="mailto:careers@onebright.com" target="_blank">careers@onebright.com</a></li><li>Or call the Onebright Recruitment Team on 01904 933519 to discuss your suitability for these opportunities on our network.</li></ul>

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<p><strong>Are you an accredited CBT therapist seeking additional case work as an Independent Practitioner in Oxford?</strong></p><p>You should consider joining Onebright, to become part of a growing community of evidence-based therapists delivering therapy by phone, secure video conferencing and face to face. You will get regular referrals, access to continuous professional development and be part of an exciting new model of mental health support.</p><p>To be fast tracked into our network of clinicians:</p><ul><li>You will be able to demonstrate your experience of delivering CYP and or Adult CBT therapy, either remote or face to face, in the Neurodevelopmental space.</li><li>Have capacity for long term, regular private clients.</li><li>Must be an accredited BABCP therapist looking to extend your knowledge and skills?</li><li>Want access to relevant industry leading CPD to support your development?</li><li>Excited about working with world class professionals at the forefront of CBT and mental health treatment in the UK?</li></ul><p>All Onebright clinicians can achieve flexible and full case loads with no minimum case requirements, they maintain autonomy for their clinical decisions, can regularly access development &amp; CPD opportunities and are provided with the latest technological innovations to support their case management.</p><p>So, are we right for each other? If you think we should talk more, you can-</p><ul><li>Submit your application and our recruitment team will support you through the application process.</li><li>Visit <a href="http://www.onebright.com/join-our-team" target="_blank">www.onebright.com/join-our-team</a> and select Independent Practitioner Network or email us <a href="mailto:careers@onebright.com" target="_blank">careers@onebright.com</a></li><li>Or call the Onebright Recruitment Team on 01904 933519 to discuss your suitability for these opportunities on our network.</li></ul>

BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist

<p><strong><em>Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham </em></strong></p><p><em>An excellent role has recently become available to support students who struggle with learning difficulties in the classroom!</em></p><p>This highly regarded specialist school look after students between the ages of 4 and 16 who have a primary diagnosis of Autism. </p><p>Your role will be to mainly support learners while incorporating therapy and their curriculum. You will ensure that they are reaching all their goals both academically and personally, ensuring that they are reaching all the necessary age-appropriate milestones! </p><p>Your role as a Mental Health Teaching Assistant will also include providing general classroom support to the class teacher. These duties will include helping manage general classroom behaviour, help with lesson preparation, help keep the class tidy and listen to the students read and practice their phonics.</p><p>The successful Mental Health Teaching Assistant will be calm and compassionate but also confident. You will take initiative well and be able to adapt your approach to match the needs of the children. Some children in the class will need extra support. Some may have learning difficulties and need help to stay on track with their tasks.</p><p>Experience working with children will be beneficial, but not essential. Personality is most important. If you are confident and bubbly then this school wants to hear from you!</p><p>Individuals who are working towards a career in psychology, education or any other related field are most welcome to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working with vulnerable children. <strong></strong></p><p><strong>Key information: </strong></p><ul><li>Psychology Graduate</li><li>Mental Health Teaching Assistant </li><li>Wokingham </li><li>Training Provided </li><li> 83 - 100 per day</li><li>Term time only</li><li>Small class sizes</li><li>Good travel links</li><li>ASAP Start </li></ul><p><strong>Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Teaching Assistant - Wokingham - ASAP Start </strong></p>

Aspiring Psychologist - Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham

<p><strong>Mental Health Support Worker - Summertown </strong></p><p>Our specialist school in Summertown is looking for a Mental Health Support Worker to join our dedicated team, providing essential care and support to pupils with SEMH challenges, learning difficulties, and complex needs.</p><p>This specialist school offer a nurturing and inclusive environment where every young person is seen, heard, and supported. Many of their students face significant barriers to learning, and we are committed to offering them the emotional and educational tools they need to thrive.</p><p>We are seeking a Mental Health Support Worker who can bring empathy, patience, and a strong understanding of emotional and behavioural needs. In this role, you will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group emotional support to students who often struggle with self-regulation, anxiety, trauma, or attachment difficulties.</p><br><br>As a Mental Health Support Worker, your responsibilities will include:<br><br><ul><li>Offering 1:1 and small-group emotional support tailored to students with SEMH and learning needs</li><li>Supporting students with self-expression, emotional regulation, and managing behaviour positively</li><li>Creating individual support plans in partnership with the SEN team and therapists</li><li>Building consistent, trusting relationships with students to foster emotional safety</li><li>Supporting transitions between lessons and managing emotional dysregulation</li><li>Helping develop social communication skills and resilience strategies</li><li>Working alongside teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals to ensure holistic support</li><li>Tracking emotional and behavioural progress and contributing to review meetings</li></ul><br><br>The ideal Mental Health Support Worker will:<br><br><ul><li>Have experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, special educational needs, or behavioural challenges</li><li>Bring a calm, consistent and non-judgemental approach</li><li>Be emotionally resilient and able to de-escalate challenging situations</li><li>Have relevant qualifications (e.g., Psychology, Education, Youth Work) - desirable but not essential</li><li>Have a passion for inclusion, mental health advocacy, and trauma-informed care</li></ul><p><strong>Key Details</strong></p><ul><li>Mental Health Support Worker - Summertown, Oxford</li><li> 85- 100 per day (depending on experience)</li><li>ASAP Start </li><li>Full-time, long-term</li><li>Specialist SEMH and Complex Needs School</li></ul><p>This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to make a genuine impact in a meaningful career, whether you're a recent graduate, aspiring SEN teacher, future therapist, or simply someone passionate about supporting vulnerable children.</p><p>If you're ready to step into a rewarding role where every day brings purpose, growth, and connection, apply now to become a Mental Health Support Worker in Oxford! </p>

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