Systemic Psychotherapist, Children's Services

Wokingham Borough Council; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 31 days + 5 days after 5+

Local Government Pension Scheme

GP Helpline

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Eye Tests

Onsite Gym

Car and Cycle to Work schemes

Lifestyle discounts

Learning & Development

Job summary

Wokingham Borough Council invites applications for a Systemic Psychotherapist in Children’s Services. Based at Shute End, Wokingham, the role offers a permanent, full-time position delivering specialist systemic psychotherapy within the Compass Service, Risk of Care and Reunification.

You will support families and work in a multidisciplinary environment to improve outcomes. The post emphasises consultation, reflective practice, and leadership in learning spaces, with a focus on safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Experience applying systemic theory within safeguarding contexts.
• Strong consultation, formulation and reflective practice facilitation skills.
• Experience delivering systemic psychotherapy with children, young people and families.
• Ability to influence practice and support multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist systemic psychotherapy interventions for children and families.
• Influence and strengthen practice across teams.
• Lead reflective spaces and learning opportunities for staff.
• Expand support offerings by working directly with families within Compass Service.

Skills

Systemic theory

Consultation facilitation

Formulation skills

Practitioner support

Education

Qualified Systemic Psychotherapist

Job description

Systemic Psychotherapist, Children's Services

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary: £54,144 - £59,780 Per Annum, Plus Benefits
Location: Shute End, Wokingham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: Enhanced
Closing Date: 25/10/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 713498

Systemic Psychotherapist – Children’s Services

Make a difference where it matters most

We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Systemic Psychotherapist to join our Compass Service (Risk of Care and Reunification) within Children’s Services (Help and Protection). At Wokingham Borough Council, we are passionate about supporting children, young people and families to thrive, especially those facing complex and high‑risk challenges.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your therapeutic expertise into a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary environment, as we expand our support offer to include working directly with families while also shaping practice across the wider service.

As a Systemic Psychotherapist, you will play a pivotal role in improving outcomes for children and families by delivering specialist therapeutic interventions, influencing and strengthening practice, and leading reflective and learning spaces.

Qualifications & Experience

We’re looking fora qualified Systemic Psychotherapist (or equivalent) who is:

• Experienced in working with children, young people and families with complex needs
• Skilled at applying systemic theory within safeguarding contexts
• Passionate about supporting practitioners and improving outcomes across teams
• Confident in consultation, formulation and reflective practice facilitation

Staff Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave – 31 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• GP Helpline - Available 7 days a week
• Employee Assistance Programme - Including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline
• Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines
• Free Onsite Gym - Located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Including Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Local & Lifestyle Discounts - Save on shopping, entertainment, dining out & more
• Move through Menopause Course
• Sports & Social Group Activities – Including running, football, cricket & more
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Employee Networks
• And more!

Our Area:

Wokingham Borough Council has recently been ranked 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.

Our Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside.

We’re home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. The borough has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing Date

Sunday 25th October 2026, 11pm

Interviews

Thursday 5th November, in person in Wokingham.