NELFT NHS Foundation Trust
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
London
£4.8k – £6.2k/yr
Posted 2 days ago
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Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Job Opportunity: Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Job Overview
We are seeking a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our diverse and expanding Talking Therapies Team in Barking & Dagenham.
Essential Criteria:
- Only apply if you are:
- A new IAPT-certified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
- An experienced Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (with IAPT certification in Low Intensity Psychological Interventions)
- Preceptorship opportunities are available for practitioners nearing the completion of their training.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based low-intensity CBT interventions for patients with mild-to-moderate anxiety and depression, both remotely and face-to-face.
- Support the delivery of our group therapy programmes.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Trust policies.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
- Work both individually (following professional guidelines) and collaboratively within a team framework.
Role & Team Environment
- Blended working model: Mix of office and home-based work.
- Permanent position with a one late evening shift per week (12pm–8pm).
- Supported by:
- Daily duty clinician oversight
- Weekly case management supervision
- Group clinical skills supervision
- Peer-led reflective wellbeing sessions
- Specialised LTC and group supervision
- In-house training programme (monthly sessions for advanced topics such as PTSD, grief, and health anxiety).
- Opportunities for external team training based on PWP input regarding skill gaps.
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Team Structure
- Step 2 Team (Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Focus):
- 1x PWP Lead, 4x Senior PWPs, qualified PWPs, and therapy assistants.
- Wider team includes Counsellors, Cognitive Behavioural Therapists, physical activity coordinators, and employment advisors.
- Key responsibilities:
- Offer low-intensity CBT via guided self-help (6–8 sessions).
- Preferred: Interest/experience in facilitating group therapy sessions (collaborative co-facilitation with Step 3 clinicians).
Community & Engagement
- Active engagement with the community, including:
- Attendance at community events
- Participation in psychoeducational workshops
- Encouraged involvement in Special Interest Groups (SIGs), e.g., Long Term Conditions (LTCs), perinatal mental health, and LGBTQI+.
Training & Development
- Opportunities for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) through:
- UCL-based training (e.g., PWP supervision training, working with LTCs).
- Focus on career progression and skill development in line with Trust values.
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Registration & Requirements
- Must hold a BABCP/BPS-accredited Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner certificate (or be working towards accreditation).
Starting with NELFT
Induction Process
- All new starters undergo a two-week induction (held monthly on the first Monday).
- Includes:
- Mandatory training and system familiarisation
- Meeting the Executive Team & Senior Management
- Drop-in sessions on:
- Engagement processes
- Health & Wellbeing
- Key operational processes
Working Conditions & Pay
- Permanent position
- High Cost Area Supplement (15% of basic salary):
- [$4,870–£6,137 pa. (pro rata for part-time employees)**]
- CQC-rated "Good" Trust, with ongoing commitment towards Outstanding status.
Why Join #TeamNELFT?
- Welcome & supportive culture
- Award-winning equality & diversity initiatives
- Investment in staff development (crucial for high-quality patient care)
- Level 3 Disability Confident Employer
- Top 10 Employer for Work Life Balance (Working Families benchmark, 5 consecutive years)
- Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation
- Wellbeing-focused training and support networks promote a healthier, more compassionate team environment.
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Skills
Psychological Wellbeing
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Low Intensity Interventions
Clinical Skills
Teamwork
Record Keeping
Service Improvement
Group Facilitation
Community Engagement
Training
Supervision
Mental Health
Anxiety Management
Depression Management
Outreach
Professional Development
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