About this role
Job summary
Bradford District and Craven Talking Therapies is an established, forward-thinking 'Talking Therapies' service, providing psychological therapy for people with mild to moderate common mental health problems across Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven.
We are looking to recruit skilled Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP's) who are passionate about delivering effective, evidence-based care - with a true desire to make a meaningful difference.
We are seeking candidates who have:
Qualification in Low Intensity CBT interventions, from an accredited course with the BPS or BABCP Registration with the professional body of BABCP or BPS Proven experience in deliveringevidenced based psychological therapies within anNHS Talking Therapies service, or a similar evidence-based clinical setting.
Confidence and competence in Assessment, planning, formulation and evaluation of patient's psychological difficulties.
Strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work well autonomously and within a team.
The post holders will work remotely and face-to-face with clients who present with a range of mild-moderate common mental health problems, for which Low Intensity CBT is demonstrated to be clinically effective. They will also carry out assessments as part of their caseload.
If you are an enthusiastic PWP who enjoys being part of an innovative, thriving, and compassionate team, we would absolutely love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a highly valued and fundamental part of what we do. Our PWP's provide disorder specific assessments, formulation, and NICE evidence-based Step 2 treatment for people experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems.
Main duties include:
Providing a range of low intensity CBT based (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) self-management interventions to support a caseload of clients who experience mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety and depression. Manage a large caseload while maintaining quality.
Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions in line with the Talking Therapies manual and NICE guidelines to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients, via one-to-one sessions and as a group.
Committed to continual professional development as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership practices within the role to support a collective leadership culture within the service and trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) demonstrates psychologically safe behaviours, and (c) contributes to team working and collaboration within the service.
Key Dates:
Closing date: 20th May 2026 at Midnight
Shortlisting date: 21st & 22nd June 2026
Interview date: 4th June 2026
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible
Job description Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).
Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Qualification in Low Intensity CBT interventions, from an accredited course with the BPS or BABCP Registration with the professional body of BABCP or BPS
Desirable
Teaching (clinical practice) qualification/certificate or equivalent experience. Qualified Psychological Therapist
Experience Essential
Experience in relevant area of mental health practice. Application of evidenced based psychological therapies relevant to the clinical service.
Desirable
Lived experience of mental health as a service user or carer. Involvement in innovative clinical practice. Clinical leadership experience.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address New Mill
Victoria road
Saltaire
BD18 3LD
Employer's website https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)