Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne, Shaftesbury, Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join their low-intensity team. The role involves assessing and supporting patients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression through evidence-based CBT interventions. Applicants should have a Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT or equivalent. The position requires candidates to conduct patient interviews, provide guided self-help sessions, and coordinate with other services for comprehensive patient support. The application closes on December 17, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS Talking Therapies is desirable.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and support patients with common mental health problems.
• Conduct patient interviews and safety assessments.
• Provide guided self‑help sessions via phone, online or face‑to‑face.
• Coordinate with other agencies for patient support.
• Accept referrals and record patient progress.

Skills

Experience in NHS Talking Therapies

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT or MSci Applied Psychology (Clinical)

Job description

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

We are looking for a PWP to join our low‑intensity team within Dorset Steps 2 Wellbeing Service, providing evidence‑based CBT‑based self‑management interventions to people with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and support patients with common mental health problems in the self‑management of their recovery.
• Conduct patient interviews and safety assessments.
• Provide guided self‑help sessions via phone, online or face‑to‑face.
• Coordinate with other agencies and signpost patients to services such as housing and employment.
• Accept referrals through agreed protocols and record progress.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT with IAPT PWP status (or equivalent) or an MSci Applied Psychology (Clinical) qualification.
• Experience in NHS Talking Therapies is desirable.

Additional Requirements:

• Employment of an Enhanced DBS check (covering cost by the Trust).
• Secondment only for current NHS staff – please obtain permission beforehand.
• Candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are ineligible.
• Applicants who are subscribers to the DBS update service may present a valid certificate.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive workplace.

Application closes on Wednesday 17 Dec 2025.

For further details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.