Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Trainee

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity is seeking a compassionate CBT Trainee to deliver interventions in schools across London. You will help young people manage anxiety and depression through evidence-based CBT techniques, while developing your skills in a supportive environment. Suitable candidates should have a relevant degree and strong interpersonal skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in mental health support.

Qualifications

• Skilled in basic principles of CBT.
• Passionate about supporting young people in managing mental health.
• Organised with effective diary management for a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based CBT interventions to children and young people.
• Collaborate with other services providing support to young people.
• Manage administrative requirements and attend meetings.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of CBT principles

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you a self-starter looking to join one of Londons leading Mental Health Charities?

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated CBT Trainee to join our Mental Health Support Team at West Central London Mind. In this role, you will work under supervision to deliver evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. You will collaborate with different stakeholders and professionals, supporting clients in school settings while developing your skills through structured training and supervision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about mental health to kickstart their career in a supportive and impactful environment.

As a CBT Trainee, you will engage with diverse clients, helping them manage issues such as anxiety, depression, and stress using CBT techniques. Based in schools across Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to improving mental wellbeing across the community. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or equivalent experience, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to professional development. Join us to make a meaningful difference while gaining valuable experience in mental health support.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Provide evidence-based CBT interventions to children and young people in schools and colleges who have presentations of anxiety and depression.
• Work closely with other services providing support to young people and with members of wider WCL Mind staff team.
• Work with people across different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary.

You are:

• Skilled and knowledgeable in basic principles of CBT
• Passionate about supporting and empowering young people to manage their mental health need
• Able to work cohesively and collaboratively within a team setting
• Someone with a wide range of life experience
• An effective communicator, tailoring communication to each client in a bespoke way.
• Reflective and adaptive in your approach
• Organised and able to show effective diary management a busy clinical caseload, manage administrative requirements and attend meetings

About us

Were a leading community-based organisation dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We have decades of local community knowledge and record of empowering people to live the life they choose.

Job responsibilities

Please see the candidate pack attached for more information about the role.

Deadline for submission of application:22nd October 2025, 5pm

Interviews are scheduled for Week commencing: 10th and 17th November 2025

For enquiries about this role, please contact: Mjutabha Nawaz; [e-mail]