Job summary
Main areaSystemic Family Therapist PractitionerGradeNHS AfC: Band 6 (pending job evaluation)Contract2 years (Training role, fixed term for two years and will become permanent only upon completion of systemic family therapy masters/qualifying training and registration with the UKCP/AFT)HoursFull time - 37.5 hours per weekJob ref383-SPE-5541-25-AEmployerDerbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustEmployer typeNHSSiteTemple HouseTownDerbySalary£37,338 - £44,962 pa, pro rataSalary periodYearlyClosing06/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
NHS AfC: Band 6 (pending job evaluation)
Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be fully funded and supported to train as a systemic family therapist with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Derby and Derbyshire are situated in the East Midlands as well as centrally situated nationally with good transport links to Manchester, Birmingham, Leicester, Yorkshire, Staffordshire, Nottingham and London. It also is situated near the picturesque Peak District and Matlock.
Main duties of the job
The post will include working with families in an established Family Therapy Service within a CAMHS clinic with dedicated supervision.
The successful candidate will take up a 2 year fixed term, training post on Band 6, which will then lead to a full-time permanent Band 7 Family Therapist position once they have successfully completed the MSc and registered with the UKCP/AFT as a Family Therapist.
Candidates will need to have completed two years recognised systemic training or one-year CYIAPT to be eligible for the training post.
Working for our organisation
Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.
CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the Trust.”
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Please note the job description is currently pending job evaluation.
Person specification
Education
1. Have a recognised qualification in a statutory regulated core profession i.e. Nursing, social work or occupational therapy or extensive experience of working in a range of statutory and healthcare settings
2. Two years systemic training to intermediate level with a recognised provider or one-year systemic family practice IAPT training course in order to meet further masters level training course requirements
Experience & Skills
3. To be able to demonstrate CORE systemic skills working with a range of difficulties and families
Experience & skills
4. Ability to balance studying and carrying a family therapy caseload in a busy health care setting
Experience & skills
Desirable criteria
5. Experience of autonomously carrying a family practitioner caseload
Knowledge & Experience
6. Up to date knowledge of developments in systemic and family therapy in order to provide evidence-based practice
Additional Information
Flexible Working
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Disability Confident Employer
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks
The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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