Role Overview
We are recruiting up to 7 Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners to join our Kent and Medway NHS Talking Therapies service on a fixed‑term basis. This full‑time training role offers a hybrid arrangement, with university training days in London and service placements across Kent.
Responsibilities
The trainee will acquire therapeutic skills to support clients with common mental health difficulties, delivering low‑intensity Guided Self‑Help interventions for anxiety and depression. Tasks include:
* Providing casework with supervision
* Attending university training (2 days per week)
* Engaging in community client work (3 days per week)
* Participating in team training and meetings
* Working at least one evening shift up to 8 pm each week
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
* A degree or evidence of successful study at Regulated Qualifications Framework Level 6, or Level 5 if applying through the undergraduate route, along with at least one year of experience in settings with high exposure to people with mental health difficulties.
* UK passport or settled status, and the right to work in the UK without restriction.
* Eligibility for Home Fee status under Health Education England funding.
* Ability to graduate the required courses by August 2026 and commence employment on 1 September 2026.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
* Birthday off or special occasion off
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
* 2 days paid volunteer leave per year
* Pension scheme enrollment
* Blue Light Card savings
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates the diverse voices of our staff. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with lived experience, disability, racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, veterans and other underrepresented groups.
Disability Support
If you have a disability or learning difficulty that may affect your performance during the selection process, we will provide reasonable adjustments.
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