Programme Overview
The PWP apprenticeship programme is approximately 15 months in duration, delivered by Oxford Health Apprenticeship & Development Centre, Learning & Development. The next programme is due to start April 2026. The programme combines academic and work‑based learning through close collaboration between employers and education providers.
Apprenticeship Structure
* During Module 1 your learning will be in person 3 days a week in Oxford for apprenticeship teaching days and 2 days in person at your allocated office base in Buckinghamshire.
* After Module 1 the schedule changes to one day of protected learning and four days of in‑service training.
* You will be trained to deliver evidence‑based psychological therapies via telephone, online, digital platforms or face‑to‑face, both individually and in groups.
* Day‑to‑day you receive weekly case‑management supervision, clinical‑skills supervision and training, with clear progression routes and career development opportunities.
Attendance is strict: you must attend 100% of the programme to complete it. Annual leave cannot be taken on allocated programme days. The programme runs from April 2026 to April 2027.
Candidate Profile
You should be compassionate, a good team player, enthusiastic, highly motivated and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. You should have experience in mental health settings or have supported people with mental health challenges, or have lived experience that allows you to support others.
We welcome those looking for a career change and who are enthusiastic about caring and supporting people.
Oxford Health Overview
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, bringing care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is to deliver outstanding care by an outstanding team.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust‑wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
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