Job Description

The must haves for this role:

1. RMN, OT, SW, or equivalent professional qualification OR evidence of meeting prerequisite requirement for further post graduate training in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBP) by completion of a knowledge skills and attitudes portfolio (https://www.babcp.com/Accreditation/Core-Profession.aspx) 2. Evidence of continuing professional development 3. Post qualification experience in a mental health setting, working with young people or adults with mental illness.



The course you will be completing at the University of Reading as part of this role is a Level 2 accredited course with BABCP. This means that upon completion trainees will meet criteria to apply for provisional accreditation as a CBT therapist with the BABCP. To apply, you must meet the criteria for CBT training and also have a BABCP-recognised professional background in mental health or related areas. This means having a recognised Core Profession.



You can find out whether you have a recognised Core Profession here. If you do not have a Core Profession, you must complete a portfolio of evidence to show that you have equivalent training and experience. This is known as the Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes portfolio (KSA). If applying via the KSA route, you must have completed a self-statement for KSA criterion 4 before interview and, if successful at interview, will need to prepare the other required sections ahead of the start of the course (including obtaining references).



Please see the BABCP website for guidance and exemplars. If you have undertaken low-intensity CBT training (e.g., PWP, CWP or EMHP) you must have at least 2 years experience between the exam board of your previous training (not just coursework completion or a letter from the department) and the start date of any high-intensity training. This is nationally mandated and is there are no exceptions; you will be asked to evidence your exam board date (or date of graduation certificate if no evidence of exam board) prior to invite to interview. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.



We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply. If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare! We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have.

Please dont hesitate to contact:

Rhona Edwards on 07890395552 or Rhona.Edwards@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Interviews will be held in two parts. A first interview with BHFT on 23rd and 24th September 2025 and a second stage with BHFT alongside the University of Reading on 30th September 2025. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.



Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.