CBT Therapist

Timeout Homes; Ripponden; On-site; GBP 43,029 - 52,591; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme

Wellness programme

Colleague referral scheme

Job summary

A children’s support organization in Ripponden is looking for a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to provide evidence-based therapeutic support to children in care. The role involves working with multidisciplinary teams to address complex emotional and mental health needs. Essential qualifications include being a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and having experience with children and young people with complex needs. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and meaningful work in supporting vulnerable youth.

Qualifications

• BABCP accredited CBT Therapist required.
• Experience with children and young people with complex needs is essential.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual CBT assessments and interventions.
• Develop formulation-driven treatment plans based on CBT models.
• Collaborate with carers and professionals for integrated support.

Skills

Accredited CBT Therapist

Autonomous work capability

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of trauma-informed practice

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Job description

Location: (Ripponden, Halifax, West Yorkshire)

Contract: (Part-time / Permanent, Minimum of 3 days a week)

Salary: £47,810- Depends on experience.

Service: Children in Care and Specialist Education Support

About Us

Timeout Children's Homes is an independent organisation which provides therapeutic residential childcare for children aged 6 - 17 years who have suffered abuse and neglect in their lives. The organisation was established in 2004 and has since grown organically and safely to provide only outstanding or good services.

Our current clinical team work holistically with our care and education teams to achieve the best possible outcomes for the child/young person through cross-departmental systemic work.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT Therapist) to provide high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic support to children and young people in care and those attending specialist schools. This role focuses on supporting individuals who may present with complex emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs, including trauma-related difficulties, anxiety, depression, and neurodevelopmental differences.

You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, carers, education staff, and external professionals to deliver formulation-driven interventions that promote emotional wellbeing, resilience, and improved functioning across home and school environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual CBT assessments and interventions to children and young people in care and specialist educational settings
• Develop and implement formulation-driven treatment plans based on CBT models
• Work collaboratively with carers, teachers, social workers, and other professionals to ensure integrated support
• Provide psychoeducation and consultation to school staff and care teams
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards
• Contribute to safeguarding processes and risk management planning
• Participate in clinical supervision and continuing professional development

Essential Requirements

• Accredited CBT Therapist (BABCP accredited)
• Postgraduate qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with complex needs
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding procedures
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and formulation skills

Desirable

• Experience working with children in care or looked-after children services
• Experience working within specialist schools or educational settings
• Training in trauma-focused CBT or related approaches

What We Offer

• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Regular clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to specialise in trauma-informed and child-focused CBT
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Meaningful work supporting vulnerable children and young people

Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Pension Scheme.
• Wellness programme (including free annual health screening, dental, therapy, podiatry, acupuncture. and option to include family members after 6 months).
• Colleague referral scheme.