Trainee CBT Therapist — 2-Year NHS Training in London

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is offering a two-year training post for a Trainee Specialist CBT Therapist. The role provides a structured pathway into CBT through an NHS England-funded Diploma and BABCP Level 2 accreditation, with a fixed-term contract tied to the training period.

The post involves working across Tier 1 and Tier 2 pathways, with a mix of remote and face-to-face work. Applicants should have experience with mental health service users and a commitment to equal

Qualifications

• Experience working with service users with mental health problems.
• Ability to form effective and safe therapeutic relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-racist practice.
• Willingness to complete a 2-year training programme.

Responsibilities

• Screen, assess and accept referrals within service protocols.
• Assess clients for CBT suitability and refer complex cases for supervision.
• Formulate, implement and evaluate CBT plans in inpatient and community settings.
• Educate and involve family members as needed, communicating CBT formulations clearly.
• Attend multi-disciplinary meetings and supervise sessions to maintain stepped care logic.
• Complete data collection and maintain coherent clinical records.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in CBT

BABCP Level 2 accreditation

Job description

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust is offering a two-year training post for a Trainee Specialist CBT Therapist. The role provides a structured pathway into CBT through an NHS England-funded Diploma and BABCP Level 2 accreditation, with a fixed-term contract tied to the training period.

The post involves working across Tier 1 and Tier 2 pathways, with a mix of remote and face-to-face work. Applicants should have experience with mental health service users and a commitment to equal