Job summary
NELFT Talking Therapies are developing and improving their structures , aiming to meet the needs of our users of service more effectively and efficiently.
We are looking for motivated, committed and experienced CBT Therapists, Counselling or Clinical Psychologists to join the leadership Team. The successful candidate will support the Psychological Professional Lead of Havering Talking Therapies to operationally and clinically lead the clinical and administrative teams.
If you are an experienced Band 8A clinician or Service Manager from any sector of primary care Mental health - we are looking for you!!
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide operational and clinical leadership for the psychological professionals working in the Havering Talking Therapies Service, as well as supporting the implementation of good practice guidelines. They will also be required to lead and contribute to service development and evaluation.
The post will involve both direct and indirect clinical work with service users. Specifically, the post holder will carry a case load, as well as providing consultation and support to the team on complex cases.
The post-holder will be required to undertake operational tasks to support service delivery and will represent the service at directorate level and in relevant trust-wide forums.
This is a large role and would take someone who is highly organised, fast-thinker, able to work under pressure, can multi-task and enjoys a varied day-to-day work load. More importantly is compassionate and supportive of staff wellbeing and staff development. Is a Team player but can work on own initiative!
About us
COVID-19 Vaccination
We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focusing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High Cost Area Supplement
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,313 and a maximum payment of £5,436 per annum pro rata).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification when completing your application. Please ensure you meet the person specifications and have the relevant qualifications required for the role.
The teams operate under a hybrid model so you will be required to spend time working on site and homeworking.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate qualification in Clinical or Counselling psychology, Postgraduate qualification in CBT
Registration
Essential
Experience
Essential
- A thorough knowledge of evidence based clinical practice and a commitment to keeping abreast of new evidence based practice developments in psychology
- Experience of working in Talking Therapies
- Experience of applying NICE compliant therapies relevant to the population
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of CBT interventions for Depression and Anxiety
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is 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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Petersfield centre
harold hill
romford
RM3 9PB