Job Description

About Focus

Since 1997, Focus has been a proud provider of talking therapies, counselling and training services to a wide range of public and private sector organisations across the Yorkshire and Humber region. We are a trusted provider of NHS Talking Therapies and help thousands of people each year to make positive changes in their lives and improve their health and wellbeing.

Our mission is simple - to change lives for the better. We strive for this in every interaction we have with each other, our patients, their families, communities and our business partners.

Our vision is a world inspired by human connection. We are a relationally-driven company and we believe that great relationships are central to a meaningful and fulfilling life and career.

Everything we do is underpinned by our values - integrity, compassion, purpose, dedication and innovation.

The Role

Due to ongoing the ongoing expansion of our NHS Talking Therapies services, we are looking for an experienced counsellor to join us as a Trainee Counselling for Depression (CfD) Therapist. This is a full-time training position leading to a permanent, full-time role on successful completion of the CfD qualification.

As a Trainee CfD Therapist, you'll:

Complete a 5-day intensive training course at York St John University Submit recorded therapy sessions for assessment Deliver high-intensity counselling for depression (Step 3) Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of therapists and clinicians Be required to work at least one day per week in-person at our Hull office

What We're Looking For

To be eligible to apply, you must:

Hold a professional qualification in a person-centred or humanistic therapy at Level 4 or above Be a BACP Registered Member or NCPS Accredited Registrant and be in a position to apply for BACP Accreditation or NCPS Professional Accredited Registrant within one year of completing the training Have at least two years post-qualification experience in providing brief interventions to clients with common mental health problems, primarily depression

Why Join Focus?

Structured training and supervision Supportive, values-driven team culture Clear career progression and development opportunities Competitive salary and benefits

Apply Now

Training places are available for

October 2025

and

March 2026

cohorts. Successful candidates will be offered a place on either cohort based on availability.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Temp to perm

Pay: 31,049.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kingston upon Hull HU1 1XE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

counselling: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

BACP Registration or NCPS Accreditation (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston upon Hull HU1 1XE