About this role
Job summary
We are recruiting for Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to join Sussex Partnership Trust working in the Brighton and Hove NHS Talking Therapies service (Brighton and Hove Wellbeing Service).
NHS TT services provide evidence-based treatments for people with depression and/or a range of anxiety-based difficulties within primary care.
Please see our website for further information www.brightonandhovewellbeing.org/
Main duties of the job
As a Trainee PWP you will be responsible for your own caseload, offering high quality, evidence-based low intensity interventions including telephone, face to face, groups, and online sessions.
You will receive support from our Senior PWPs and your Team Lead in the form of case management and clinical supervision. Alongside your clinical work, you will be studying with the University of Exeter working toward a PGCert or GradCert in Psychological Therapies Practice.
The course itself consists of 45 training days, 30 of which are 'taught' and 15 of which are directed study days. The University will be using a mixed model of delivery including remote online lectures, workshops and tutorials. The University are also aiming to deliver some face-to-face teaching as part of the course, which will be based in London.
To succeed in this role, you will have excellent interpersonal skills and proven experience of working with people to improve their mental health and wellbeing. You will also be educated to degree level, preferably in a related field (e.g. psychology) but there is also the opportunity to access the undergraduate route if you do not have a degree level education.
Successful candidates will be employed full time by Sussex Partnership NHS Trust and will attend University 2 days per week during the academic year and the remainder of the working week in service delivering LI-CBT treatments and assessments to the Brighton and Hove Wellbeing Service service users.
About us
All candidates will be employed on a fixed term 1 year contract, however this is a train to retain position. This means that if candidates successfully complete and pass the PGCert or GradCert Psychological Therapies Practice and complete all requirements needed for BABCP registration they will be offered a permanent Band 5 PWP role within the NHS Talking Therapies services.
The opportunity to work in a highly successful service, to be an integral part of our current NHS Talking Therapies expansion and to be part of our team The opportunity to gain a recognised qualification and accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) A dedicated team who will support you through your training year High quality supervision both within your service and with the University All the autonomy and responsibility you need to manage your caseload Access to numerous wellbeing and support programmes, run by our internal Health and Wellbeing team Access to a host of discount schemes (including gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars) A position within a trust rated as 'Outstanding' for caring and 'Good' overall by the CQC The opportunity to move to a B5 substantive post following successful completion of the training course and application for registration with the BABCP.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be expected to attend University for some of the time in person (London), and the rest remotely, and required to work a minimum of 2 days at a base in Brighton and Hove.
We strongly encourage you to check the job description and the core profession criteria carefully before applying for this post. Please explicitly state how you meet these criteria in your supporting information as this plays a significant role in our shortlisting process.
Please be aware due to the high volume of emails we receive regarding these vacancies, we unfortunately cannot answer questions that are related to your eligibility for the course. We ask you to complete your own research using the information provided within this advert, job description and person specification.
Entry requirements
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for at least 15 months from the expected start date to allow completion of the training programme and professional registration. Once the training programme has been successfully completed and professional registration obtained, the substantive Band 5 role may meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, subject to the immigration rules in force at that time.
Can I reapply for this course if I have withdrawn previously?
Yes, you can. However, your re-entry into an NHS Talking Therapies (e.g., PWP or HI) trainee post will be governed by these factors:
1. The 2-Year Psychological Professions Funding Rule
NHS England has a strict policy that once you start an NHS-funded psychological professions training programme, you cannot receive NHS funding for another one for two years from your expected completion date. This timeframe is generally calculated from the date of the qualifying exam board of the first programme. It applies regardless of how your previous enrolment ended (whether you passed, failed, or withdrew). 2. University/HEI DiscretionBecause these are dual-requirement roles (you must be employed by an NHS service and accepted by a university), the university has a say in who they admit.
Withdrawal in good standing: If you withdrew for personal, medical, or other valid reasons, you generally have a strong chance of reapplying. Dismissal for academic failure: Some universities have strict policies preventing candidates who previously enrolled and failed on a funded course from re-enrolling, though you may be able to appeal with extenuating circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Evidence of working with people, for at least 1 year, who have suffered with a mental health problem Evidence of ability to study successfully at undergraduate year 1 level or the equivalent
Desirable
Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy. Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree. Psychology or other health related postgraduate degree
Experience Essential
Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem Demonstrates high standards in written communication Able to write clear reports and letters.
Desirable
Experience of working in Primary Care Services Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes Ability to manage own caseload, diary, administration, and time
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).
Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address East Brighton Community Mental Health Centre
Elm Grove
Brighton
BN2 3EW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)