Impactful PWP in Primary Care – Flexible NHS Role

Transformation Unit; Widnes; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in Widnes is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to deliver low intensity CBT to patients with mild to moderate depression and anxiety in primary care.

You must hold a recognised PGCert in Primary Care Mental Health Practice or be near completion, with BABCP/BPS registration to be achieved within 6–12 months. The role supports flexible working and is on a full-time basis.

Qualifications

• Must hold an accredited PGCert in Primary Care Mental Health Practice or be near completion.
• Registration with BABCP or BPS to be achieved within 6–12 months.
• Experience in primary care and community settings; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals and assess risk and suitability for care.
• Deliver low-intensity CBT interventions (e.g., guided self-help, computerised CBT).
• Educate and involve family members and others in treatment as needed.
• Keep coherent records of clinical activity and use data for decision making.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Self-reflection

Teamwork

Travel availability

Multilingual (community languages)

Education

PGCert Primary Care Mental Health Practice

BABCP/BPS registration plan

Health/Social Care degree

Job description

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in Widnes is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to deliver low intensity CBT to patients with mild to moderate depression and anxiety in primary care.

You must hold a recognised PGCert in Primary Care Mental Health Practice or be near completion, with BABCP/BPS registration to be achieved within 6–12 months. The role supports flexible working and is on a full-time basis.