About this role
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust works in partnership with North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare to deliver Talking Therapies services across the whole of Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent.
Due to continuing expansion, we are advertising for new trainee posts to commence in September 2026
8 x High Intensity Trainee Cognitive Behavioural Therapist posts at the following locations: Stafford, Cannock, Tamworth and Burton
The Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Wellbeing Service is a creative organisation which embraces staff ideas to constantly seek ways of taking the service forward to adapt to changing expectations.
We have strong links with academic institutions with staff from the service teaching university courses devised in conjunction with MPFT.
Our staff lead professional development sessions locally and nationally and you will be actively encouraged to develop your practice through internal and external CPD opportunities.
When making your application, please provide detailed evidence to show how you meet the criteria on the Personal Specification in your Supporting Statement and state your locality preference at the end of your Supporting Statement
Main duties of the job
You will be required to study on the 12 month Post-Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy atStaffordshire University (starting 23rd September 2026) spending 3 days a week working clinically in locality and 2 days a week at University
The service will provide in-house training and supervision, ensuring access to a range of suitable training cases designed to meet the requirements of the course
Band 7 posts as CBT Therapists will be offered to those passing the PG Diploma with no performance concerns at the end of training
Details of shortlisted applicants will be passed onto the University for Academic screening
All shortlisted applicants must be available to attend academic screening in person at University, Stoke Campus on Thursday 25th June at 9.30am
Those passing academic screening will be offered interviews with the locality team in July
All applicants who do not hold a recognised core profession by the BABCP will be required to have their completed KSA portfolio to submit at the time of the interview to demonstrate eligibility for the course programme. For guidance on completing a KSA portfolio please go to the BABCP website:https://babcp.com/Knowledge-Skills-Attitudes
Applicants should abide by the 2 year rule set by Health Education England if they have previously undertaken taken training. Please see:https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/mental-health/psychological-professions/nhs-funding-psychological-professions-training-programmes
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
This is an excellent opportunity for those committed to training and working as Cognitive Behavioural Therapists.
We are seeking individuals who can demonstrate some existing knowledge and experience of delivering CBT interventions, as well as experience of treating anxiety disorders and depression, but who would like to specialise further in this area.
Our teams are committed to continuing clinical training/development, supervision and support for all therapists. The service has been a pathfinder for several developments in Talking Therapies service delivery and has a proven track record for quality and research.
Our friendly teams are committed to promoting the wellbeing of our workers, as well as our clients. As a centre for research as well as clinical practice, we work in partnership with Staffordshire and Keele Universities.
A detailed job description and personal specification listing necessary qualifications are attached.
When making your application, please provide detailed evidence to show how you meet the criteria on the Personal Specification in your Supporting Statement and state your locality preference at the end of your Supporting Statement
This vacancy will close when enough applications of calibre have been received, and this may be before the advertised closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A recorded/registered doctoral level qualification in clinical or counselling psychology OR A recorded/registered qualification in one of the following - nursing, social work, occupational therapy, arts therapy OR A recorded/registered qualification in a psychological therapy which may be CBT to at least equivalent of a post graduate diploma level and significant experience working with adults as a Psychological Therapy Practitioner.
Experience Essential
Demonstrable 2 years' experience of working in mental health 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.
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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Stafford Tamworth Cannock Burton on Trent
Stafford Tamworth Cannock Burton on Trent
ST16 2LL
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)