Trainee CBT Therapist

Job overview

High Intensity Trainee CBT Therapist (IAPT)

We are looking for staff with

• Degree level qualification (relevant mental health subject is preferable)or
• Core Profession Qualificationor
• Low Intensity CBT Qualification (PWP), with 2 years post qualification experience

To join Bradford Talking Therapies. We are an established forward-thinking ‘Improving Access to Psychological Therapies’ (IAPT) service as a Trainee CBT Therapist.

As part of this role, you will be expected to attend University 2 days per week at University of Sheffield, working with clients on the other days. You will be expected to complete university assignments and submit practical tapes for supervision.

Please note: candidates who do not have a core professional background and qualification are encouraged to apply and will need to provide a completed KSA portfolio at selection.  A KSA portfolio has a number of criteria which must all be met by every applicant. There are some backgrounds which mean that the applicant has already met a number of the criteria and can therefore provide a condensed KSA. Other backgrounds mean that applicants must complete all of the sections.

Key dates:

Closing date: 19th June 2026 Shortlisting: 22nd & 25th July 2026

Assessment centres/Interviews will be conducted in two rounds –

Assessment centres provisionally planned as 13th and 14th of July

Uni interviews provisionally planned 16th and 17th of July

Main duties of the job

Further details on the KSA, and what sections candidates must complete, can be found on the BABCP website: https://babcp.com/Accreditation/Provisional-Accreditation/Knowledge-Skills-and-Attitudes

Candidates from a core professional background should demonstrate a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience. Candidates from a non-registered professional background will need to demonstrate a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience alongside their ability to meet the relevant criteria outlined in the KSA.

You will be providing CBT interventions, and you will be required to go on the IAPT accredited CBT training course as part of the role. There are potential opportunities within this role to develop once qualified . For example, to become a supervisor, to deliver other evidence-based treatment for clients, or becoming a member of our SIG groups  of special interest areas, as part of ongoing service developments.

You will receive regular 1:1 and group supervision in order to develop your clinical skills further. Bradford Talking Therapies is dedicated to clinical excellence. All our staff have access to regular CPD, and in-house CBT related training.

At Bradford Talking therapies we have a strong focus on Staff Wellbeing. We have structures in place to support your needs and encourage all staff to be involved in this

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.