Senior PWP

Mental Health Matters; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A national mental health charity is seeking a Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join their Stafford Team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mental health, with at least one year of post-qualification experience. This role offers competitive salary, opportunities for training and development, and hybrid working arrangements. The successful applicant will help in managing and delivering low-intensity treatments while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Minimum 25 days annual leave

5% contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced family friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Healthcare cash plan

Discount platform for purchases

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in the PWP role.
• Completion of PWP Supervision Training.
• Strong understanding of mental health conditions in Primary Care.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support low-intensity treatment delivery.
• Participate in team support and clinical supervision.
• Engage in ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Skills

Post qualification experience as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Registered with BABCP or BPS

Understanding of anxiety and depression in Primary Care

Education

Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Job description

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Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: AfC Band 6 £38,682 per annum, with progression to £46, 580 per annum
Location: Stafford - Hybrid working arrangements

If you have aspirations to develop and progress in your career, the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies team is leading the way in providing excellent opportunities for training and our focus on staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements enable our workforce to enjoy a good work life balance

Do you have a passion for working with people who have common mental health problems and a desire to become part of a leadership and management team to manage and support the delivery of low-Intensity treatment with our Stafford Team?

The Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies Service is a creative organisation which embraces staff ideas to constantly seek ways of taking the service forward to adapt to changing expectations.

You must be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner who can provide evidence of at least one year of post qualification experience working within the PWP role. You will have completed the PWP Supervision Training. You will be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in Primary Care. You will also be either BABCP or BPS registered.

The successful candidate will join the team at Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing Service. Working as part of the Step 2 team, we will offer numerous prospects for learning and development through strong team support, clinical supervision, and integration with our Step 3 team. In addition to this we offer a comprehensive employee package including the opportunity to work at home one day a week following a six month probation period, and allocated time for the development of Specialist Interests.

About us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.

Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to our clients and service users.

About the role

Please refer to the attached job description for full job details and person specification for this role.

What we offer
You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues.

In addition, you will receive:

* A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service
* A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions.
* A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans.
* Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Discounted gym membership.
* Healthcare cash plan.
* A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases.
* You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role
* Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career

Closing Date: 18th August
Anticipated Interview Date: TBC

The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.

All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.

MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.