High Intensity CBT Trainee - Wakefield Talking Therapies

Turning Point UK; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Turning Point UK in Wakefield is recruiting for Trainee High-Intensity CBT Therapists. This salaried, one-year full-time training post leads to a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the University of Hull.

You will study at university for two days per week and spend the remaining three days in-service across the Wakefield area. After successful training, you will transition to a High-Intensity Therapist role with mentorship and supervision, starting March 2027.

Qualifications

• This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are passionate about evidence-based therapy and eager to support people in their recovery from common mental health problems.

Responsibilities

• Study at university for two days per week and spend the remaining three days working in-service across the Wakefield area.
• Prepare to transition into a High-Intensity Therapist role after completing the training year.

Job description

Join the Turning Point Talking Therapies Team

At Turning Point, we’re passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing in our local communities. As part of the national NHS Talking Therapies programme, we offer evidence-based support to adults experiencing depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, and related difficulties. We are now recruiting for our next cohort of Trainee High-Intensity CBT Therapists to begin training in March 2027.

The Role

This is a salaried, one-year, full‑time training post leading to a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the University of Hull. You will study at university for two days per week and spend the remaining three days working in-service across the Wakefield area.

This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are passionate about evidence-based therapy and eager to support people in their recovery from common mental health problems.

Your Future at Turning Point

On successful completion of your training year, you will transition into the role of a High-Intensity Therapist, joining our experienced, successful, and well‑established CBT team. At Turning Point, we foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support. As a new High-Intensity Therapist, you will receive ongoing mentorship and supervision to ensure you're well‑supported in your role. You will have the opportunity to provide high‑quality therapy, helping to make significant changes in our clients' lives.

You need to be available to commence the course and employment in March 2027.