Job Description

Do you have a passion for working with people who have common mental health problems and a desire to become part of a leadership and management team to manage and support the delivery of low-Intensity treatment with our Burton service



We are looking for 2 qualified and registered Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners with at least 1 year post qualification experience who are committed to the Step 2 model of care and puts patient care and staff wellbeing at the heart of everything they do



Burton = full time Seisdon = 22.5 hrs



If you have aspirations to develop and progress in your career, the Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies team is leading the way in providing excellent opportunities for training and our focus on staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements enable our workforce to enjoy a good work life balance



The Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Talking Therapies 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.



Both Burton and Seisdon sites benefit from free parking with direct train links to Derby/Nottingham and Wolverhampton



The post holder will be part of the wider leadership team and should be a highly organized and motivated individual. This role involves significant line management of the PWP team under the direction of the Clinical Director, Senior Therapist and Step 2 Lead. Duties include:



Monitoring team performance against KPIs Management of Annual leave and absences Case management and clinical supervision of Step 2 Team Carry out annual staff appraisals Conduct assessments and risk assessments, treatment in both 1-1 and group settings and use online CBT packages Undertake recruitment and induction of trainees and Apprentices

The service works core 9-5 hours and offers patient therapy between the hours of 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and in future on Saturday mornings. Candidates should be prepared to work flexibly to meet service needs within these hours, which includes working one evening shift per week. As a manager, you will be expected to work on site 4 days per week but will have the opportunity to work 1 day a week remotely



Applicants should hold a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification ( Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) . Applicants should also be registered/working towards registration with the BABCP or BPS. Ideally you will have undertaken LTC training and Supervision Training or be willing to undertake this training



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.



Key Responsibilities



Develop, support and train innovative practice to Qualified/Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners Provide line management for Low intensity workers/Low intensity Trainees Ensure that line managed staff maintain appropriate clinical records, including maintaining outcome data as per service operational policy Ensure that line managed staff participate in the setting and review of objectives for their post and undertake activities of continuing professional development on an annual basis Undertake appropriate clinical supervision on a regular basis in accordance with the relevant professional guidelines and policies Provide clinical supervision to Low intensity workers and Low intensity trainees in the Talking Therapies team Attend locally organised and national training appropriate to the work role Conduct risk assessments, prepare risk management plans and initiate appropriate action where indicated Provide assessment and Low intensity interventions to patients. Provide a service that is flexible in terms of clinic hours, enabling, where possible, at least one clinic to be run outside normal working hours

A detailed job description and person specification, listing necessary qualifications, are attached. Please ensure you evidence how you meet the criteria on the Person specification in your supporting statement.



This vacancy will close when enough applications have been received which may be before the advertised closing date.