Job Opportunity
Please read the linked candidate pack and job description to support your application.
We are looking to recruit 2 Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to join WithYou’s Kent and Medway NHS Talking Therapies. WithYou is a leading national charity providing evidence based support for mental health, substance use, and family services across the UK.
We will provide you with the experience you need to learn the therapeutic skills to support clients with common mental health difficulties on their journey to recovery. You will be part of a supportive team of highly experienced practitioners and leaders, who are passionate about making a difference to people's lives. In addition, this exciting role includes an NHS funded Postgraduate Certificate in Psychological Therapies with The University of Exeter, which will give you the skills to deliver low intensity Guided Self Help interventions for people suffering with symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Further information about this job
This is a full time training role for 37.5 hours per week. It typically includes 2 days at university and 3 days within service. We are committed to your continued development and retention within our organisation, therefore on successful completion of the qualification, the post will be made permanent. Please note there is a requirement to work at least one evening shift until 8pm once a week.
The position will be hybrid based, but travel to London will be required for university training days (days TBC), and additional travel within Kent will be needed to attend additional training, in person client work in the community, team training and meetings.
Applicants cannot be registered as students on any other higher education courses, and must have graduated any courses by February 2026.
We are planning to hold virtual interviews in November/December (dates TBC).
Successful candidates will need to start employment on 2nd March 2026 subject to satisfactory checks.
Information Sharing
Please be aware that by applying for this position, you give your consent for your application information to be shared between our organisation and Exeter University as the education partner.
How to apply
If you're excited by the thought of making tangible differences to the lives of vulnerable individuals, we'd love you to apply by submitting your CV today, with a covering letter that showcases how you are suitable for the role.
The closing date for these roles is 3rd November 2025, however, we would encourage you to apply as soon as you can, as we may have to close if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
If you are undecided or want to learn more about our organisation and what it’s like to work here, you can read the linked candidate pack and job description .
Essential Skills
Eligibility for this post
Route 1: Postgraduate route
Candidates with an undergraduate degree or evidence of previous successful study at Regulated Qualifications Framework Level 6, with at least one years working experience in settings with high exposure to people with mental health difficulties which can include voluntary work or expertise gained by experience of mental health problems.
Route 2: Undergraduate route
Candidates without a degree can apply if they have evidence of ability to study at Regulated Qualifications Framework Level 5, in addition to a wealth of experience working in settings with high exposure to people with mental health difficulties which can include voluntary work or expertise gained by experience of mental health problems.
Visa requirements
As these roles are funded by Health Education England for home fees and not for international fees. The University requires you either need to have a UK passport, or have settled status in the UK. Only applicants that have the right to work in the UK without restriction and are eligible for Home Fee status, are able to access the training needed for this role. More information can be found here.
Please note that we will use location as a desirable criteria.
About Company
WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.
Our name reflects who we are – a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that’s right for them.
Our staff team changes lives. If you’re passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we’d love to hear from you.
DE&I
As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.
As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we’ll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
* Auto-enrollment into We Are With You’s pension scheme
* Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands
* Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing
* We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period