Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience

Please note, NSFT uses tools to screen any applications generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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Job overview

We are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated

Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner's

on either a Fixed Term or Secondment to join our busy and high-volume service in Norfolk and Waveney.



We have two secondment vacancies available, 1 under a full time contract (37.5 hours) until April 2026, with your contractual base at North Walsham hub and another under a part time contract (30 hours) until October 2026, with your contractual base at Heacham, Kings Lynn. The part time (30 hours) Senior PWP post can be supplemented with 1 day of PWP clinical work should someone who works full-time wish to pursue this opportunity.


You'll work in a large Senior PWP team supporting PWPs providing a range of NICE-approved psychosocial interventions for people aged 16 and upwards.



You'll need to be passionate about providing an excellent client experience, committed to high standards of care and making a difference to service users.



This post is an excellent opportunity for an existing Senior PWP or a qualified PWP looking to develop.



The role is demanding and challenging role but well-supported and rewarding.



Regular travel to and around Norfolk is expected.


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Main duties of the job

The role predominantly involves providing regular case management supervision, and the provision of clinical skills training (group) as required, to qualified and trainee PWPs, in order to ensure the quality of the service at Step 2 is maintained, and that our PWPs are enabled to develop their clinical skills. The post holder will assist the leadership team in the development of the Low Intensity part of the service, under the direction of our Lead PWP, whilst helping the service achieve its required key performance indicators. The role will also include holding a small caseload of clients, delivering clinical interventions for up to one day per week.



The post-holder will be able to demonstrate experience of providing high volume, evidence-based practice in guided self-help using telephone and other methods of delivery, as well as an ability to lead others in a challenging environment.


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Working for our organisation

Service vision

Our vision for Norfolk and Waveney is to improve the lives of the 210,000 people who suffer with anxiety and depression, promoting sustained recovery and wellbeingin line with Talking Therapies Manual.

Together with partners we will reduce the differentials in access, treatment and outcomesfrom Talking Therapies that those who experience inequalities face in our communities. Our approach brings togetherVCSE and statutory organisations at System, Place and community levels, aligning physical health and mental health pathways with networks of social and community support.


The service is commissioned to deliver from 8:00am - 8:00pm Monday to Friday and 8:00am - 2:00pm on Saturdays. You will be expected to work within these hours across the week. Currently our Saturday service is delivered by external partners, however this is under review.


You will join a service that supports everyone in their roles and in line with Trust values.


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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Some of the benefits you can expect:


NHS pension a comprehensive in house & external training programmes career progression starting annual leave of 27 days per annum increasing to 33 days pa based on length of service (plus paid bank holidays) staff physio service NHS discounts and many more

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Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential criteria

PWP qualification A relevant degree, eg Psychology with either a Post Graduate Cert/Dip in Mental Health or Equivalent #####

Desirable criteria

A qualification in provision of supervision Accreditation with BABCP ####

Experience

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Essential criteria

Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from experience Experience in supporting service development #####

Desirable criteria

Experience of leadership Experience of managing a team

YOUR APPLICATION



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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.


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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post may be 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.




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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.


This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.