Job overview
York and Selby Early Intervention for Psychosis Team is looking to recruit a qualified Psychological Therapist in CBT (Band 7) trained in working with people with psychosis and bipolar. Qualified CBT Therapists without this additional qualification would also be considered and suitable training in CBT for psychosis would be supported, as this is an essential requirement for this role. A willingness to engage in further study and practice towards eventual accreditation as a CBT therapist with specialist competences in psychosis and bipolar is essential.
If we are unable to recruit a qualified therapist, we will consider applications for a Trainee Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (Band 6). The trainee post will involve undertaking a 2 year post graduate diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis and Bipolar. Upon successful completion of the post graduate diploma, the post holder would be upgraded to a Band 7 Psychological Therapist role and salary. The offer of trainee post to the successful applicants will be contingent on successful application to post graduate diploma course. Successful applicants will be supported with the application and selection process.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established Psychological Professions group within an Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service. EIP teams in TEWV works to improve the detection of first episode of psychosis and to provide high quality, evidence- based interventions to facilitate recovery for individual experiencing first episode psychosis. The service works with people aged 14 -65 years. The post holder will report directly to the EIP Team Manager and will be professionally accountable to the Psychological Professions Lead. The individual will be able to provide one to one therapy within local NHS bases as well as within the local community. Therefore, there is a requirement to be able to travel.
The team is based in York covering the geographical area of York and Selby. The service operates the working hours 9-5 Monday to Friday. This is a full-time position.
Please refer to the attached job descriptions and person specifications for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification. We would encourage interested applicants to contact the team to discuss the role in detail.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence- based practice relevant to the role
- Risk assessment and risk management
- Awareness of systemic barriers to accessing psychological services/healthcare for minoritised communities
- Clinical governance
- Legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
Experience
Essential
- Experience Delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Experience in discussing and responding to issues related to cultural diversity, intersectionality and inclusivity, including working with vulnerable groups (e.g. those for whom English is not their first language).
- Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams
- Assessing and managing risk of self harm/ suicide
Qualifications
Essential
- FOR TRAINEE A core profession as recognised by BABCP
- FOR TRAINEE Registered with a professional regulatory body (HCPC, NMC, GMC, Social Work England)
- FOR TRAINEE For those with a CORE PROFESSION post qualifying experience in secondary care mental health settings is essential. OR An undergraduate degree in a relevant field to mental health
- FOR TRAINEE NON-CORE PROFESSION substantial experience demonstrating a breadth of experience in two or more mental health settings to meet KSA requirements.
- FOR TRAINEE Knowledge of the KSA requirements for accreditation
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This advert is for Psychological Therapist - CBT/Trainee Psychological Therapist - CBT with Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust in Darlington, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Mental health professionals Psychiatry role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £56,515 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Jun 2026.
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