Trainee Intensity Therapist Sefton

We have an exciting opportunity for two Trainee High Intensity Therapists to join our NHS Talking Therapies service on a salaried one‑year training position. This is an opportunity for someone who is committed to evidence-based psychological practice, has a willingness to learn new skills and is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of people experiencing common mental health difficulties.

As a Trainee High Intensity Therapist, you will undertake training alongside working within the service. The role will involve developing your knowledge and skills in delivering high intensity psychological interventions, with the potential for future employment within our service upon successful completion of the training programme. The training is delivered in partnership with Chester University, with the role involving three days per week at NHS Warrington/Sefton Talking Therapies and two days per week at Chester University.

Successful completion of the training programme will result in a postgraduate qualification and enable you to work as a High Intensity Therapist within a Talking Therapies service with your own caseload.

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life‑changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM.

Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values‑led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you’ll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country.

TRAINEE HIGH INTENSITY THERAPIST

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £39,959 per annum (NHS AfC Band
6)

Location:

1 position based at Warrington Talking Therapies, Ribban Court, 20 Dallam Lane, Warrington, WA2 7NG
and 1 position based at Sefton Talking Therapies, Units 5,6 and 7 Stella Nova, Washington Parade, Bootle, L20 4TZ

Service opening hours:
Monday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 5pm

Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives!

We have an exciting opportunity for two Trainee High Intensity Therapists to join our NHS Talking Therapies service on a salaried one‑year training position. This is an opportunity for someone who is committed to evidence-based psychological practice, has a willingness to learn new skills and is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of people experiencing common mental health difficulties. Talking Therapies services provide evidence‑based interventions to people experiencing anxiety disorders and depression, including people living with long‑term physical health conditions such as diabetes and respiratory conditions.

As a Trainee High Intensity Therapist, you will undertake training alongside working within the service. The role will involve developing your knowledge and skills in delivering high intensity psychological interventions, with the potential for future employment within our service upon successful completion of the training programme. The training is delivered in partnership with Chester University, with the role involving three days per week at NHS Warrington/Sefton Talking Therapies and two days…