Job Description

Please see attached Criteria for Admission to NHS Talking Therapies PGDip High Intensity CBT Programme. NB The University is unable to accept anyone on the course who does not meet the essential criteria. For full time (1.0 WTE) trainees undertaking training in 1 year, this should equate to 3 days weekly in order for the trainee to gradually build up to a caseload. For part time (0.7 0.9wte) trainees undertaking training within 2 years, this should equate to 1.5- 2.5 days weekly in order for the trainee to gradually build up to a caseload of around 5-8 clients (depending on their WTE).



For trainees there should be pro-rata reductions in weekly clinical contact expectations, in line with the NHS Talking Therapies Manual, recognising that trainees cannot deliver the workload of qualified staff. Successful candidates should not be undertaking any other role in service or other training whilst undertaking the course, whether they are taking the full time or part time option. Please consult national guidance for information concerning the contracts required for this workforce. Additionally, please be aware that the NHSE (HEE) 2 year funding rule for psychological professions applies to this position.



Any candidates without a BABCP recognised core profession, will need to submit their completed KSA portfolio at interview. KSA candidates successful at interview will be offered a High Intensity training post subject to KSA evidence being assessed by the KSA assessor and deemed suitable. Please see this video tutorial for KSA applicants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HvZU4lPl6M8 and guidance on the BABCP website. You will need to upload your documents to Microsoft OneDrive and share the file with: HI-KSA@exeter.ac.uk - If you would like additional information about this process, please contact Claire Morris on 01225 675150 or Email c.morris25@nhs.net.



Please provide a supporting statement on your application form with reference to the NHS Values in accordance with The NHS Constitution. When completing this section, please directly address the Expert by Experience (service user). For your information, there may be an Expert by Experience representative on the interview panel or involved in the shortlisting process. All successful candidates will be expected to apply for BABCP membership by the start of the training course.



The successful candidates will be required to attend the HI Training Programme Induction Days on: 1st and 2nd December 2025. Please see attached in 'documents' section for full details of the role.