CAMHS Therapist - Sessional

Priory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Roehampton is seeking a sessional CAMHS/ CBT Therapist to join our outpatient team. You will work with young people 12–20, delivering CBT-informed care with support from psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, accurate record-keeping, and collaborative treatment planning. The successful candidate will be an accredited BABCP or BACP member with at least 5 years’ experience in CAMHS and CBT modalities.

Qualifications

• Accredited CBT therapist with BABCP or BACP membership.
• At least 5 years' experience with 12–20-year-olds.
• Experience working in CAMHS and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of CAMHS patients and families.
• Schedule appointments and deliver CBT-based interventions.
• Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records.
• Adhere to safeguarding and incident reporting protocols.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team for care plans.

Skills

Empathy

Safeguarding knowledge

Clinical governance

Education

CBT theory and practice qualification

Job description

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Location: Priory Hospital Roehampton

Compensation: £65.00 - £75.00 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Roehampton is looking to recruit a Sessional CAMHS/ CBT Therapist to join our dedicated team.

We support people facing a wide range of mental health challenges, providing specialist care for depression, anxiety and addictions. Our team offers tailored treatment for substance addictions, including alcohol, cocaine and heroin, as well as behavioural addictions like gambling. We also provide outpatient support for adults with eating disorders.

At Roehampton, you’ll be supported by a compassionate team of psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses and mental health professionals who are committed to your wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help you move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients' well-being. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a CAMHS Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Report directly to the Outpatient Therapy Lead and manage a caseload of patients and couples.
• Schedule appointments, provide therapeutic interventions, and deliver feedback based on assessments and agreed treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical records to the highest standards, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in all documentation.
• Adhere strictly to incident reporting and safeguarding protocols, which are critical within CAMHS services
• Demonstrate strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding and clinical governance to succeed in this role.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

We are currently recruiting for a CAMHS Therapist to join our outpatient team and provide therapeutic care to our patients in line with Priory Group policy. We are particularly keen to hear from CBT therapists but will consider other modalities. The successful candidate will be an accredited member of the BACP or UKCP and have at least 5 years' experience of working with young people aged 12 to 20.

Candidates will have a recognised qualification in CBT theory and practice and have BABCP or BACP membership and accreditation. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team in acute mental health services is desirable.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.