Join the Turning Point Talking Therapies Team
At Turning Point, were passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing in our local communities. As part of the national NHS Talking Therapies programme, we offer evidence-based support to adults experiencing depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, and related difficulties. We are now recruiting for our next cohort of Trainee High-Intensity CBT Therapists to begin training in October 2025.
This is a salaried, one-year, full-time training post leading to a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at the University of Sheffield. You will study at university for two days per week and spend the remaining three days working in-service across the Wakefield and Five Towns area.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals who are passionate about evidence-based therapy and eager to support people in their recovery from common mental health problems.
On successful completion of your training year, you will transition into the role of a High-Intensity Therapist, joining our experienced, successful, and well-established CBT team.
At Turning Point, we foster a culture of continuous learning and mutual support. As a new High-Intensity Therapist, you will receive ongoing mentorship and supervision to ensure you're well-supported in your role. You will have the opportunity to provide high-quality therapy, helping to make significant changes in our clients' lives.
Candidates must have a first degree in an applied discipline (usually Psychology) in order to be considered.
Candidates from a PWP background must have been qualified and practising as a PWP for at least two years at the start date of the course (from the date of the qualifying exam board) in order to meet national expectations.
Candidates are unable to progress through the recruitment process if they are already registered on a Health Education England (HEE) funded programme.
Candidates must either meet one of the following BABCP core mental health profession requirements OR complete a KSA (see the attached KSA information attached)
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package.
You will get 31days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33days. Plus the option to buyadditional holidays and spread the cost.