CBT Therapist

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 therapist to deliver psychological interventions for adults with anxiety and depression. This role involves working in a supportive, multidisciplinary team and offers comprehensive training and career progression opportunities, with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Comprehensive training programs

Career progression

Starting annual leave of 27 days, increasing to 33 days plus bank holidays

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Accredited with BABCP or working towards it.
• Professional qualification in a recognized mental health profession.
• Experience in Primary Care is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-intensity interventions to adults with anxiety and depression.
• Co-facilitate group interventions with training and support.
• Contribute to service development and evaluation.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of CBT

Professionalism

Education

Degree or postgraduate qualification in relevant field

Job description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's, and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience.

YOUR APPLICATION

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Job overview

The Wellbeing Service is part of the national IAPT programme, supporting individuals aged 16 and over in Suffolk with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.

You will be accredited with BABCP or working towards accreditation.

We aim for our patients and staff to recommend our organization as a trusted place for treatment. Your skills, experience, and commitment will contribute to this goal.

The service is expanding and collaborates closely with community colleagues to support those with Long Term Conditions, providing evidence-based psychological treatments and strengthening links with physical health partners. Additional training in Long Term Conditions will be provided.

Main duties of the job

You will deliver high-intensity interventions to adults with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related issues. Regular supervision, in-service training, and CPD days will support your development. You will join an established team of Psychological Therapists providing NICE-compliant treatments at Step 3, working within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in Primary Care is advantageous. You may co-facilitate group interventions, with training and support provided.

As a Band 7 therapist, you will contribute to service development and evaluation.

The role is based in Ipswich or Bury St Edmunds, with the expectation to work across Suffolk. Treatments are currently delivered digitally/remotely and face-to-face, with a hybrid working model.

Working for our organization

Why work for us? We face challenges but have ambitious goals, exciting transformation projects, and a dedicated team. Our leadership ensures you are well-supported.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? Enjoy a warm, welcoming community close to coastlines and parks, with excellent amenities, history, and affordable housing.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive training programs
• Career progression
• Starting annual leave of 27 days, increasing to 33 days plus bank holidays
• NHS discounts and more

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We pride ourselves on a friendly, supportive team environment with ongoing training and development. This vacancy is based in Ipswich, working across Suffolk, with a hybrid model of remote and face-to-face work.

Interview date: 2nd June 2025. Check your email, including spam, for interview invitations.

See attached Job Description and Person Specification for details. If you are ready to make a difference, click APPLY!

• BabCP accreditation or working towards it.
• Professional qualification and registration in a recognized mental health profession.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in relevant field.

Experience

• Knowledge of CBT/therapies and application of models according to client needs.
• Excellent communication skills across diverse settings.
• Experience working with a variety of patients with high professionalism.

Equal Opportunities: We promote a diverse workforce and treat all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Disability Confident Employer: We interview all disabled applicants meeting essential criteria. Indicate your eligibility when applying.

DBS Check: For roles involving direct contact, successful candidates must ensure their DBS clearance is up to date and submitted promptly. The Trust now uses the DBS Update Service for instant online checks, requiring subscription within 19 days of receipt at a cost of £16 annually.