Future High-Intensity CBT Therapist—Training

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool invites applications for a Trainee High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. The role starts at NHS AfC Band 6, with training leading to Band 7 on completion of the programme. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with some hours outside 9-5.

The post includes a university-delivered Post Graduate Diploma and supervision, with salary in the £39,959–£48,117 pro rata range and a commitment to flexible working patterns.

Qualifications

• Graduate level qualification in nursing, social care, occupational therapy, arts therapy or within a psychological therapy
• Evidence of meeting BABCP KSA requirements
• Experience in stepped care service for anxiety and depression

Responsibilities

• Provide high intensity CBT interventions while undertaking training
• Attend university programme and complete academic requirements
• Assess clients for suitability for psychological interventions
• Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for clients
• Maintain risk assessments and documentation in line with service protocols

Skills

High intensity CBT

BABCP criteria

NHS experience

Education

Graduate level qualification in nursing, social care, OT, arts therapy, or psychological therapy

Job description

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool invites applications for a Trainee High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. The role starts at NHS AfC Band 6, with training leading to Band 7 on completion of the programme. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with some hours outside 9-5.

The post includes a university-delivered Post Graduate Diploma and supervision, with salary in the £39,959–£48,117 pro rata range and a commitment to flexible working patterns.