Systemic Family Therapist Preceptorship Band 7 – 8a

Transformationunitgm; Poole; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Systemic Family Therapist to support the Child & Adolescent Mental Health team in Poole. This permanent role offers both full-time and part-time options, focusing on assessments and interventions for mental health difficulties in young clients and their families. The ideal candidate will have a passion for mental health and a strong educational background in Systemic Psychotherapy, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing compassionate care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years

Health and wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Free training and one-to-one career coaching

Access to staff networks

Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a family therapist working within children’s services.
• Knowledge of legislation and national guidance relating to the client group.
• Understanding of NICE guidance recommendations for client group.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and interventions for children, young people, and families.
• Work autonomously within a systematic therapy framework.
• Consult and supervise colleagues as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Masters or Doctoral level qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy

Eligibility for UKCP registration

Registration as clinical supervisor

Job description

Main area Child & Adolescent Mental Health Grade Band 8a - Band 7 progression post will be considered Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Full-time / Part-time of 30 hours would be considered) Job ref 152-M147.24D

Employer Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Poole Community Health Clinic Town Poole Salary £46,148 - £60,504 p.a. / pro rata for part-time Salary period Yearly Closing 06/07/2025 23:59

Systemic Family Therapist Preceptorship Band 7 – 8a

Band 8a - Band 7 progression post will be considered

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Systemic Family Therapist to join our specialist community Child & Adolescent Mental Health team in Poole CAMHS. Consideration will be given to a newly qualified Family Therapist as a progression post.

As a Systemic Family Therapist, you will provide assessments and interventions for children, young people and their families who have been referred to Core CAMHS. You will work autonomously providing a highly specialist Family Therapy provision to young people and their families referred to the service, as well as being confident in consultation, supervision and training of colleagues.

We are looking for someone with passion and enthusiasm, and someone who believes- like we do- that working with young people and their families is one of the most effective early interventions within mental health care.

As an integral member of the wider team, you will work both clinically with families, but also bring expertise in supporting the team to ensure that systemic thinking and understanding lies at the centre of the clinical service.

This post is full time or part time post of 30 hours per week, flexible working would be considered providing the service needs are met.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

You will be able to provide evidence based assessments and treatments within a variety of settings for children, young people and families who experience a range of mental health difficulties that require intervention with Tier 3 services

You will be able to create assessment formulations, hypothesis and treatments and plans which are regularly reviewed.

You will be able to provide specialist family therapy assessments and interventions on a time limited basis

You will be able act as a key worker where appropriate, and provide high quality and timely clinical record keeping.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Working for our organisation

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [e-mail]

Person specification

Educational / Qualifications

• Masters or Doctoral level qualification in Systemic Psychotherapy
• Eligibility for UKCP registration
• Registration as clinical supervisor

Skills/Experience/Knowledge

• Experience as a family therapist working within children’s services
• Knowledge of legislation and national guidance relating to the client group
• Knowledge of NICE guidance recommendations for client group
• Knowledge of Safeguarding procedures

Additional Requirements

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

Personal Qualities / Aptitudes

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communicator organised and able to develop a service.
• The willingness to be flexible and work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure the best therapeutic approach to children and families

At Dorset HealthCare we want to offer all our staff the opportunity to work flexibly, putting health and wellbeing first, whilst continuing the delivery of excellent patient care. Flexible working looks different for everyone and we welcome applicants to discuss flexible working opportunities with the recruiting manager.

What working for us will provide:

• 27 days of annual leave, rising to 33 over ten years (for staff on Agenda for Change terms and conditions)
• Health and wellbeing services
• Flexible working options, including family-friendly hours
• Free training and one-to-one career coaching to reach your career goals
• Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and AHPs
• Access to nine staff networks – have a voice and transform our Trust
• Relocation costs where applicable
• Salary sacrifice scheme opportunities – including childcare vouchers, car lease and cycle scheme, home technology equipment, and buying annual leave
• NHS discounts to save on your shopping, gym membership and more

Visit our careers website to learn more about our culture, staff stories, benefits, development programmes and opportunities.

What you need to do:

Before applying for this post, please do ensure that you have read the job description and person specification requirements. If you think you have everything we're looking for, then we'd love to hear from you, alternatively if you would like more information about the role please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regrettably, we are not able to offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you attempt to apply for a role that we do not offer sponsorship for, you will receive notification of this at the time of starting your application and you will not be able to proceed. At this point, we wish to thank you for your interest in working for us and apologise we cannot take your application any further.

Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Further guidance can be found on the gov.uk website. It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form. Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Julie Atkin Job title Team Leader/ Interim Clinical Service Manager Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01202 584600 Additional information

Jen Thomas, Advanced Clinical Specialist/Interim Clinical Service Manager

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