Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Leigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Leigh is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join their team. The role involves providing low-intensity psychological interventions to support individuals with anxiety and depression. You will benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, making a positive impact in the community while enhancing your skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

FuelGenie Fuel Cards

Qualifications

• Experience providing evidence-based, low-intensity psychological interventions.
• Ability to work within a dynamic integrated team.
• Committed to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, low-intensity psychological interventions.
• Provide support and care to individuals experiencing anxiety and depression.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance patient outcomes.

Skills

Low-intensity psychological interventions

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

Wigan Talking Therapies is a well‑established, high‑performing service with a strong reputation for delivering excellent care and outcomes within the Talking Therapies sector. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where both patients and staff can thrive.

As a PWP, you will play a vital role in providing evidence‑based, low‑intensity psychological interventions to people experiencing common mental health difficulties. You will be part of a dynamic integrated Step 2 and 3 team that values collaboration, innovation, and compassion in everything we do.

We are committed to investing in our staff and their future. Alongside structured supervision and peer support, you will have access to a wide range of continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, ensuring you can grow your skills and progress your career. We also place a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, offering resources and initiatives to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner to join a service that not only delivers high‑quality care but also actively supports the growth and wellbeing of its workforce.

The post holder will work within Wigan Talking Therapies to deliver evidence‑based, low‑intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) interventions to individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression.

As part of our dedicated and experienced team, you will receive close support from the management team and regular guidance from senior PWPs to ensure high‑quality clinical practice and professional growth.

You will be employed by the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, benefiting from the resources and stability of a large, well‑established organisation, while also being embedded in a local, integrated network of mental health and wellbeing services across Wigan. This provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference within the community while developing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks. For further information on the checks required please visit the NHS Employers website www.nhsemployers.org.

The Trust mandates all post holders who require a DBS for their role to subscribe to the DBS Update Service. You will be required to enrol for this service for a fee of £16 per year and maintain registration throughout your employment with GMMH.

We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under‑represented groups, for example BAME, disabled and LGBT+ communities. If you would like to have an informal chat about the recruitment process for this role or would value some additional support, we'd love to hear from you.

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We have added a disclaimer to our application process advising that the use of AI is monitored. GMMH reserves the right to follow up with a candidate at the interview on specific responses and those examples used in the supporting statement to explore it further.

Sponsorship

We are proud to be an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Please be aware that not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible roles and salary requirements on the UK Government's website – click here.

If you are offered a role with us and you require sponsorship, we will check your eligibility in line with the information on the above website. Your offer of employment could be withdrawn if the role is not eligible for sponsorship, and you are not otherwise able to evidence your right to work in the UK.

The Home Office introduces new changes from 22/07/2025 that impact the health and care sector, you may wish to familiarise with it here.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer.

Do you have experience outside the NHS?

We want to attract and retain people with diverse skills and experience, to deliver inclusive healthcare services to our communities.

We will consider relevant experience outside the NHS to calculate your salary on appointment. Please contact our Recruitment Team for more information.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community‑based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Working Hours and Shift Patterns

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any weekday after 8 pm and before 6 am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

• 1 – Time plus 47%
• 1 – Time plus 94%
• 2 – Time plus 41%
• 2 – Time plus 83%
• 3 – Time plus 35%
• 3 – Time plus 69%
• 4 – 9 – Time plus 30%
• 4 – 9 – Time plus 60%

Salary and Benefits

• + 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• + Excellent pension
• + Cycle to work scheme
• + Salary sacrifice car scheme
• + Wellbeing programme
• + Blue Light Card Discounts
• + fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)