Trainee High Intensity Therapist (CBT) - Doncaster and Rotherham

NHS; Rotherham, Doncaster; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a Trainee High Intensity Therapist in Rotherham and Doncaster. This full-time role involves providing High Intensity CBT interventions while attending a training program at the University of Sheffield. Candidates must be a Registered Healthcare Professional and have demonstrable experience in mental health services. This fixed-term position includes face-to-face clinics and potential for progression to a permanent role upon course completion.

Qualifications

• Registered Healthcare Professional or equivalent qualifications.
• Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services.
• Understanding of evidence-based psychological therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide High Intensity CBT interventions as a trainee.
• Attend training sessions at the University of Sheffield.
• Work at either Doncaster or Rotherham Talking Therapies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Mental health understanding

Education

Registered Healthcare Professional

Job description

Trainee High Intensity Therapist (CBT) - Doncaster and Rotherham

The closing date is 05 January 2026

2 x Trainee NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Therapist (Band 6)

• 1 post available with NHS Doncaster Talking Therapies
• 1 post available with NHS Rotherham Talking Therapies
• The HIT Training is with the University of Sheffield

Please not due to delays in confirmation of funding this post is being advertised at extreme short notice. The course is due to commence at the beginning of March 2026 and applicants need to be able to attend university by then.

Job summary

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

As a trainee High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapist you will gain the opportunity to learn and work alongside a team highly skilled and diverse therapists.

• We are proud of the high quality of service we offer to our community
• You will be joining our highly motivated and skilled team

Please note that this is not a remote only post and you will be required to have face-to‑face clinics.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will provide High Intensity CBT interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training which commences in March 2026 in collaboration with the University of Sheffield. The post is full time 37.5 hours.

This training post will equip you to deliver a range of evidence based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions to clients with a range of common mental health problems in primary care.

You will be required to attend taught and self‑study days provided by the University two days a week. The remaining 3 days of the week you will work at either the Doncaster Talking Therapies or Rotherham service (1 post for Doncaster and 1 for Rotherham).

On successful completion of the course you will be expected to work towards and maintain full accreditation with the BABCP.

This role is fixed term for 12 months, which will become a permanent band 7 High intensity CBT post on successful completion of the course.

Please note that this is not a remote only post and you will be required to have face‑to‑face clinics.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdf

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Healthcare Professional / or KSA

Experience

• Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
• Evidence of working in a stepped care service for anxiety and depression
• Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
• Experience of working in Primary Care Services/ NHS Talking Therapies services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

Cantley Health Centre / Centenary Clinic,

Cantley Health Centre / Centenary Clinic,