Parenting Programmes Facilitator (Bank)

NHS; London; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking experienced clinicians to facilitate online parenting groups for parents of children aged 5-16. The role requires a professional background in psychology and the ability to support parents by creating an inclusive environment and using established materials to guide discussions and activities. Flexibility to work remotely and manage session logistics is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience facilitating therapeutic or parenting groups.
• Experience working with sensitive data and record keeping.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly parenting group sessions.
• Create a safe and inclusive environment for participants.
• Maintain clear session notes in accordance with policies.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Group facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Professional qualification in Clinical/Counselling Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Parenting Programmes Facilitator (Bank) Clinical/Counselling Psychologist, Adult or Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, CAMHS Clinician

N.B. This is a remote, sessional role (minimum termly commitment; 2.5 hours per session inc. admin time).

We are seeking experienced, compassionate, and engaging sessional clinicians to facilitate our well-established online parenting groups for parents and carers of children aged 5-16, including those with neurodevelopmental presentations such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and behavioural challenges. These structured groups, delivered over six sessions, support parents in building practical skills, sharing experiences, and feeling connected as they navigate the complexities of parenting through developmental transitions and shifting family dynamics. They also offer a valuable space for mutual support and connection.

Clinicians will deliver sessions using existing programme materials and frameworks, maintaining fidelity to the model while bringing warmth, flexibility, and clinical insight to each group.

You can choose to facilitate parenting groups for:

parents of primary school-aged children (5-11) with ADHD,

parents of secondary school-aged children (12-16) presenting with adolescent behavioural challenges,

or both, depending on interest and experience.

• We are looking for facilitators for daytime and evening groups.

Main duties of the job

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitate weekly/biweekly parenting group sessions

Create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants

Use existing curriculum and materials to guide discussions and skill-building activities

Monitor group dynamics and provide support to parents with a variety of needs

Maintain clear and confidential session notes in accordance with organisational policies

Engage with the broader team (e.g. Parenting Programmes Lead) as needed

Identify any concerns or safeguarding risks and follow organisational protocols for escalation

Participate in training, debriefing, and fortnightly meetings as required

About us

BRANDON CENTRE OVERVIEW

The principal objective of the Brandon Centre is to provide a professional, accessible and flexible service which responds to the psychological, wellbeing and social needs of young people under 25 years and their families.

Services include:

counselling and psychotherapy for young people

Systemic Integrative Treatment (SIT) for families

Parenting programmes

Therapeutic work in community settings (outreach)

Brandon Centre is a friendly and welcoming place to work that prioritises and is passionate about the young people and families it supports. It has a local reputation for providing a very high standard of therapy interventions.

Job responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The post holder will be responsible for the following:

Provide online parenting groups to up to 20 parents and carers per session and liaise with the co-facilitator (if one is available) to manage group settings.

Deliver online groups and be aware of cultural sensitivities.

Assist with data collection and reporting.

Keep accurate records of all sessions.

Attend regular team meetings (termly).

Support in the development of the service and input to service design.

Work in collaboration with Brandon Centre partners and with other Brandon Centre staff.

Record and manage safeguarding concerns as appropriate and in line with Brandon Centre safeguarding policies and procedures.

IT responsibilities

Include:

Using a computer/laptop to write notes and keep records of sessions and data reports

Using Brandon Centre electronic diary system to book appointments and meetings

Using email to communicate with other professionals as required.

Be aware of and use password protection and data protection when recording or sending identifiable information within or across services.

Using Microsoft Office Programmes including Excel, PowerPoint, Word to record data, write reports and develop training

Where appropriate, attend meetings and training via video platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

Person Specification

Other requirements

• Able to prioritise, work independently and on own initiative.
• Ability to work well under pressure and/or in times of crisis.
• Ability to be reliable, co-operative and consistent both as an independent clinician and in team settings.
• Be able and willing to work face to face
• Possess a Microsoft Teams account and a strong, reliable internet connection
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to own personal & professional development.
• Flexibility, creativity, and preparedness to be innovative in a developing organisation.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent IT skills, including use of full Microsoft Office (E.g. Teams, Zoom)
• Excellent group facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and work to strict deadlines using a systematic approach.
• Awareness of cultural sensitivities
• Competent in recording and managing safeguarding concerns
• Ability to be tactful and diplomatic when discussing sensitive and confidential issues, displaying appropriate empathy.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail e.g., data inputting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative to identify tasks.
• Capacity to show flexibility when required.
• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to equality in the delivery of all services.
• Have understanding of barriers to accessing statutory mental health support services including those from minority ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate well on sensitive subjects with a range of stakeholders in a non-judgemental way.
• Ability to work with professionals from a range of disciplines

Experience

• Demonstrated experience facilitating therapeutic, psychoeducational, or parenting groups
• Experience in delivering therapeutic support within a family setting
• Experience of working with sensitive data and data record keeping
• A working knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
• Experience of working with diversity and cultural sensitivity
• Experience of supervising other professionals
• Experience of providing consultation to non-psychological professionals

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Clinical/Counselling Psychology, Systemic, Child and Adolescent or Adult Psychotherapy, or another relevant health profession and registered with a relevant professional body (e.g. HCPC, BACP, BPC, ACP).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.