Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK mental health service provider in Milton Keynes is hiring an Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. This role supports Qualified PWP's in conducting workshops and promoting client wellbeing. The position offers valuable training and development opportunities within a flexible working environment. The ideal candidate will assist in screening new referrals, deliver psychoeducational groups, and undertake professional development. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing mental health support in the community.

Benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Personal development support

Qualifications

• Support in screening and processing new referrals to the service.
• Assist in facilitating psychoeducational groups under supervision.
• Participate in continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychoeducational groups with guidance from Senior Practitioners.
• Help with patient-related administrative tasks.
• Engage in research and development activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Empathy

Job description

Location and Service

Milton Keynes, Talking Therapies Service is looking for an Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join its Step 2 team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Qualified PWP’s in conducting groups and workshops while promoting the psychological health and wellbeing of our clients. Additionally, the post holder will assist in the screening and processing of new referrals to the service.

Why Join Us

This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in starting a career in mental health. The position offers extensive training, opportunities for growth, and personal development.

About Our Service

Milton Keynes Talking Therapies Service has been providing support to the residents of Milton Keynes since 2009. We are a well-established and successful service that is currently expanding to meet the increasing needs of the local community. Our team consists of diverse and dynamic psychological professionals and support staff. We are responsible for providing low and high‑intensity, evidence‑based interventions in accordance with the stepped‑care model.

Working Arrangements

We offer agile working opportunities to all of our staff, which would enable you to work flexibly from home for a proportion of your week.

Important Notice

Please be aware this advert may be withdrawn early as soon as sufficient applications have been received. We will not be able to accept any late applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of psychoeducational groups to patients under the direction and guidance of Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and supervisors.
• Assist Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners with general administration tasks and patient‑related administration, and support the planning and organisation of psycho‑educational groups and any administration linked to courses.
• Assist in the screening and processing of new referrals to the service, including making pathway confirmation calls under the direction of qualified staff.
• Undertake research and development activities under the guidance of the head of service.
• Undertake continuing professional development and personal clinical supervision.
• Be available for occasional weekend or evening working as required.
• Develop initiatives around self‑help and community engagement under the direction and guidance of senior staff, including supporting the role of volunteer or helper.
• Work as a champion within the service within a particular specialty (e.g., LGBTQ+, Wellbeing, Young People champion, etc.).
• Attend all supervision as relevant to the role, including clinical skills supervision, one‑to‑one line management, and case management supervision.
• Undertake any training that might be required to maintain an appropriate level of expertise.
• Compile and return statistics and activity levels as appropriate.
• Participate in audit and personal review activity as required.

Our Commitment

We’re passionate about delivering first‑class patient‑centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patient’s own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people.

Our People

We’re always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we are hoping to find our future leaders and well support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more whatever stage of your career you’re at, there’s always a place for you at CNWL.

Additional Information

This job description is not restrictive or definitive in any way. It should be regarded only as a guideline to the duties required, and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder. The job description does not form part of the Contract of Employment.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Thursday 18 Dec 2025.