About us
Vita Health Group is a leading provider of NHS Talking Therapies services across Kent and Medway. We support clients with mental health challenges and are proud of the impact we create daily.
Job overview
This fixed‑term, 12‑month role trains trainees to become Low‑Intensity Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (LI‑CBT) Practitioners. You will deliver evidence‑based care while completing a Post‑Graduate Certificate from the University of Exeter, starting March 2026.
Responsibilities
* Deliver LI‑CBT interventions to clients with anxiety, depression and other common mental health problems.
* Complete academic study and clinical supervision as part of the University of Exeter programme.
* Work remotely or in a hybrid setting for 2 days a week and attend university teaching in London for 3 days a week.
* Maintain accurate clinical records, follow safety protocols and meet CPD requirements.
* Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions and quality‑improvement activities.
Qualifications and experience
* Undergraduate degree or equivalent Level 5 qualification.
* Minimum of 1 year paid or volunteer experience in a mental‑health setting directly supporting others.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build therapeutic alliances.
* Commitment to continuous learning, managing pressure and excellent time‑management.
* Administrative skills and awareness of diversity, equity and inclusion.
* Experience of telephone working is desirable.
Other requirements
* Submit a personal statement outlining your motivation and relevant experience.
* Be available for remote interviews on 17 or 24 November and to start on 2 March 2026 (induction) and 10 March 2026 (university).
* Pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and meet UK right‑to‑work and Home Fee status rules.
* Applicants with completed NHS‑funded psychological training within the last two years are not eligible.
Why join us
Vita Health Group offers a supportive, flexible work environment, continuous professional development, mentoring, apprenticeships and a competitive salary with benefits. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and we actively support diversity, equity and inclusion in every stage of the recruitment process.
Equal opportunities
Vita Health Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital status or pregnancy. All disabled and minority applicants that meet the essential criteria will be considered for interview.
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