Band 7 Psychological Therapist - CBT

Bsmhft; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation expenses may be reimbursed

Job summary

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Psychological Therapist for the Integrated Community Care and Recovery (ICCR) Services in Birmingham. This fixed-term maternity cover involves 18.75 hours per week with flexible/negotiable hours and possible extension.

The role focuses on adults with mental health needs in a CMHT setting. Applicants should have specialist CBT training, BABCP accreditation (or progression towards), and experience with trauma and

Qualifications

• Specialist post-graduate CBT qualification required (MSc or PGDip).
• Accredited or working towards BABCP accreditation; Band 7 accreditation expected.
• Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy variant are desirable.
• Experience in psychological assessment, formulation and intervention with adults with complex mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of clinical services within a multidisciplinary team.
• Engage in multilevel and integrated service provision, including complex case work.
• Gain experience in psychological assessment, formulation and evidenced-based interventions (individual and group).
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and supervision.

Skills

CBT knowledge

Clinical supervision

Trauma-focused work

Professional development

Education

Specialist CBT qualification (MSc or Postgraduate Diploma)

BABCP accreditation (or working towards)

BABCP accreditation (For Band 7 post)

Additional accredited therapy qualifications

Job description

Main area Psychological Services Grade Band 7 Contract 11 months (Fixed Term) Hours

• Part time
• Flexible working

18.75 hours per week (Please note more hours/week for a shorter duration (less than 11 months) can be discussed.) Job ref 436-8311556

Site Orsborn House, West Hub CMHTs Town Birmingham Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 02/11/2026 23:59

Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Job overview

We have an exciting vacancy for a Band 7 Psychological Therapist within our Integrated Community Care and Recovery (ICCR) Services working with adults with mental health difficulties in CMHT setting. This is a fixed-term post to cover maternity leave at Orsborn House in Handsworth, close to the centre of Birmingham. Hours per/week and duration of the contract are open to negotiation. This is an ideal post for someone either looking to consolidate existing skills working within a secondary care setting, or for someone wanting to expand their skills in working with more complex presentations.

We are looking for a qualified Psychological Therapist to join our team comprised of Clinical and Counselling psychologists, CBT Therapists, Assistant Psychologists and Trainees. This post is open to Psychological Therapists with some experience of working atBand 7 level.

The West Hub CMHTs Psychological Services Team is a supportive and vibrant place to work. We strive to offer high quality 1:1 and group interventions as well as support the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team via consultation, training and supervision. We prioritise professional development and supporting each other in our clinical work.

If you are a Psychological Therapist looking to further your professional development by gaining more clinical experience of psychological assessment, formulation and intervention with service users in busy but containing CMHT setting please apply.

Main duties of the job

We would welcome applications from those looking to build upon their clinical skills with a wide range of presenting difficulties to make a difference in the community. We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed and skilled clinician who can work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, to provide a range of clinical services. The individual will have excellent opportunities to gain experience of multilevel and integrated service provision and to further develop skills of complex case assessment, formulation and the application of evidence based psychological interventions, both individual and in groups. You should have experience of working with service users with trauma and associated distress.

Working for our organisation

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Training/qualifications

• A specialist post-graduate (or equivalent) qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) i.e. MSc, or Post Graduate Diploma.
• Accredited or working towards accreditation with BABCP
• Accreditation with BABCP (For Band 7 post)
• Additional qualifications in an accredited therapy
• A qualification, or have undertaken a program of formal training in Clinical Supervision (e.g. completion of a specialist Clinical Supervision Module).

Experience

• Relevant post registration experience working in mental health services
• Skills and experience of offering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to individuals with mental health issues
• Experience of working with adults with complex mental health needs
• Skills and knowledge in utilising specific assessments and outcome measures.

Personal

• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development including ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision.
• Flexible approach to meeting the needs of the service.
• Commitment and a positive attitude to working with this client group.
• An interest in working with people with complex trauma.

Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case by case basis.

Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months.

All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.

If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed. Our selection process may involve more than one interview or assessment.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, please ensure that you check if this role meets the eligibility criteria for sponsorship. Non UK /Republic of Ireland candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) . The minimum salary threshold for a Health and Social Care is £25,000 and for the Skilled Worker route is £38,700. If the starting salary for this role is below this, we will not be able to provide sponsorship.

Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.

Please note - if you are applying for a role within Police custody, due to Police Vetting requirements you must have been a UK resident for the last years.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.