Trainee PCE-CfD Counsellors - Doncaster, Scunthorpe and Rotherham

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider is seeking a Trainee NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Counselling Therapist in Rotherham. This role involves providing high-quality counselling services while undergoing training with the University of York St John. Full-time commitment is required, with opportunities for career advancement to a permanent post. Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic and dedicated to improving community mental health support.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Potential for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 days face-to-face clinics during training and 3 days when qualified.
• Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week.
• Successful completion of a training program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide High Intensity Counselling for Depression interventions.
• Participate in supervised clinical work as part of the training.
• Aim for full accreditation with the BABCP after course completion.

Skills

High Intensity Counselling

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication

Education

Training with the University of York St John

Job description

Trainee NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Counselling Therapist (Band 6)

NHS Talking Therapies - Training with the University of York St John

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and innovative individual to join RDASH Talking Therapies. We have 4 positions available within the NHS Talking Therapies service in the Rotherham, Doncaster, and Scunthorpe areas.

As a Trainee High Intensity Counselling for Depression Therapist, you will learn and work alongside a team of 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. You will be required to have a minimum of 2 days face-to-face clinics during training and at least 3 days when qualified.

There will be a joint service and University of York St John interview during the week commencing 11th August 2025.

In this role, you will provide High Intensity Counselling for Depression interventions while undertaking a training programme starting in October 2025, in collaboration with the University of York St John. The post is full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

The training will introduce you to the core concepts of the PCE-CfD approach and its application within IAPT. It includes a 5-day training with practical skills practice, followed by supervised clinical work. A 1-year post-attendance assessment is required, with recordings submitted for review.

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

This role is fixed-term for 12 months, with the potential to become a permanent Band 7 High Intensity Counselling post upon successful course completion.

Please note that this is not a remote-only post. You will need a minimum of 2 face-to-face clinic days during training and 3 days when qualified.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3,700 talented colleagues who are valued and respected.

Our wide portfolio includes mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services.

About

We are passionate about enhancing our service quality and attracting the right colleagues. Our goal is to employ those who share our commitment to first-class care and our values. View our Strategy.

To learn more about working at RDaSH and our benefits, visit our website.

We are committed to inclusive cultures. Watch our Allyship Video on YouTube.

The main terms and conditions of service are available here.

For more details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Nicola Logan
• Job Title: Team Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]