Trainee High Intensity Therapist (CBT) - Doncaster and Rotherham

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Talking Therapies team, providing High Intensity CBT interventions. The role involves a training programme starting in March 2026 in collaboration with the University of Sheffield. Responsibilities include working face-to-face with clients, attending training days, and contributing to an inclusive culture. This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months with the potential for a permanent position upon course completion.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and innovative individual required.
• Dedication to providing High Intensity CBT interventions.
• Willingness to undertake training with the University of Sheffield.

Responsibilities

• Provide High Intensity CBT interventions to clients.
• Attend training sessions two days a week.
• Work 37.5 hours per week at clinics.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, enthusiastic and innovative individual to join RDASH Talking Therapies. We have 3 positions available – 1 with NHS Doncaster Talking Therapies and 2 with NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies.

Training Programme

In this role, you will provide High Intensity CBT interventions while undertaking a programme of training that commences in March 2026 in collaboration with the University of Sheffield. The programme requires you to attend taught and self‑study days two days a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide High Intensity CBT interventions to clients with common mental health problems in primary care.
• Attend taught and self‑study days provided by the University two days a week.
• Work 37.5 hours per week, including face‑to‑face clinics at either the Doncaster or Rotherham service.
• On successful completion of the course, work towards and maintain full accreditation with the BABCP.
• Work as a fixed‑term contract for 12 months, which may become a permanent band 7 High Intensity CBT post upon successful completion of the course.

Employer Information

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4000 talented colleagues across mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug & alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and attracting the right colleagues who share our commitment to first‑class care.

We are committed to an inclusive culture and value all people. For more information visit our website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/ and the benefits page: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/. To learn more about our allyship initiatives, watch our video on YouTube.