Addictions Therapist: Entry - Lead Vacancies Available

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Glasgow is launching a new residential recovery service and seeks Addictions Therapists across various levels. The positions offer the opportunity to participate in innovative, trauma-informed care, contributing to the healing of individuals facing addiction challenges. Candidates should have relevant accreditation and experience while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

Clear CPD and progression pathways

Free parking & fully funded DBS

Access to wellbeing platform

Transparent salary structure with growth potential

Qualifications

• Experience in addiction, recovery or mental health therapy is essential.
• BACP/BABCP/HCPC accreditation or working towards it required.
• Strong interpersonal and group therapy skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based 1:1 and group therapy.
• Collaborating in clinical case reviews and MDT planning.
• Taking ownership of service development projects.

Skills

Group therapy facilitation

Trauma-informed care

Team-oriented mindset

Education

BACP/BABCP or HCPC Accreditation

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Client:

Compass Associates

Location:

glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Addictions Therapist: Entry - Lead Vacancies Available – Brand-New Residential Recovery Service

Salary: £27,000 – £53,000 per annum (Dependent on role, experience & accreditation)

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week - on-site)

Contract Type: Permanent

Qualifications: BACP, BABCP or HCPC Accredited (or working towards for junior roles)

Summary:

Compass Associates are delighted to be partnering with a leading provider of mental health and addiction recovery services as they launch a flagship, therapy-led residential programme in North West London.

This unique and ground-breaking service supports individuals who do not require medical detox but would benefit from immersive, structured, and trauma-informed care. With programmes spanning 14, 28, or 42 days, the service provides support for both substance and behavioural addictions and is built on harm-reduction, non-12-step, person-centred principles.

We are now recruiting across three key therapy roles, offering opportunities for professionals at varying levels of experience - from newly accredited therapists to seasoned clinical leaders.

Your Role at a Glance:

Whether you are starting your therapy career or stepping into service leadership, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to a new model of recovery from the ground up.

• Addictions Therapist & Integrative Therapist & CBT Therapist: Deliver 1:1 and group therapy, support care planning, and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Senior Addictions Therapist: Hold a clinical caseload, supervise junior staff, and lead on complex therapeutic interventions
• Therapy Lead: Shape therapeutic delivery, lead the therapy team, and contribute to operational and clinical development

All roles are based within a highly supportive MDT environment that places ethical, trauma-informed and collaborative care at the forefront of recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on your level of appointment, responsibilities may include:

• Delivering high-quality, evidence-based 1:1 and group therapy
• Supporting or leading on harm-reduction and non-12-step recovery models
• Providing supervision to junior therapists (for senior roles)
• Collaborating in clinical case reviews and MDT planning
• Taking ownership of service development projects or clinical areas
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and governance standards
• Promoting a trauma-informed, client-led ethos of care

What We’re Looking For:

• BACP, BABCP or HCPC accreditation (or working towards for entry-level roles)
• Experience in addiction, recovery or mental health therapy
• Strong group therapy facilitation skills
• Alignment with trauma-informed, non-judgmental, person-centred approaches
• Proactive, compassionate and team-oriented mindset

Additional for Senior/Lead Roles:

• Previous experience supervising or mentoring therapists
• Strong service development insight and leadership skills
• Confidence managing complex caseloads

Why Join?

• Be part of a flagship, values-driven residential programme redefining addiction care in the UK
• Deliver care your way – therapeutic, ethical, and person-centred
• Clear CPD and progression pathways, with structured support
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Additional birthday leave
• Access to wellbeing platform
• Free parking & fully funded DBS
• Transparent salary structure with growth potential

Nearby Locations:

Based in North London, this service is commutable from: Barnet, Watford, Harrow, Potters Bar, Enfield, Hatfield, Mill Hill, Hemel Hempstead, Edgware, St Albans, Borehamwood

For more information or to apply, please contact Georgia Arnold at Compass Associates: [emailprotected]

Recommendations:

Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.