Job summary
Do you want to be part of an innovative dynamic NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT) service? Are you passionate about step 2 evidence based psychological therapies for people with common mental health problems (depression and anxiety disorders), delivered in a variety of modalities including over the telephone, face to face, or online, both individually and in groups.
We currently have a vacancy for suitably qualified PWP based at our office in Whitby for 24 months. Please note that if you do not hold the Certificate for Low Intensity Interventions from an accredited provider your application will not be considered. It is expected that suitable candidates will be eligible or registered with BABCP.
The NHS North Yorkshire Talking Therapies service is well known for its innovative approaches to working with perinatal women, Vulnerable Veterans, older adults and our commitment to staff wellbeing. The service also has a strong commitment to in house and external CPD and places high importance on clinical and caseload management supervision to support you in developing your career. We are keen to hear from suitably experienced, enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are focused on providing patient centred care of the highest quality. The successful candidate will also have the benefit of living and working in a beautiful part of the country as our service covers Scarborough, Whitby and Ryedale.
Main duties of the job
The NHS Talking Therapies Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner will play a critical role in helping shape the future direction of the service by delivering high quality evidence based interventions. The role is a deliberately varied one which has a balance between undertaking assessments and holding a clinical caseload. All PWP's are involved in delivering Guided Self Help, Psychoeducation Courses and Computerised programmes.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
Details
Date posted
06 May 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
24 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYA-068-26-A
Job locations
Whitby Hospital
Springhill
Whitby
YO21 1EE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details. Applicants should demonstrate how they meet each of the criteria in their application in order to be shortlisted for interview.
Additional contact details: Leanne Berry, Team Manager - 01947 899270
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. PWP qualification from a British Psychological Society accredited PWP programme/apprenticeship
2. If qualifying by the apprenticeship route have also passed the apprenticeship end point assessment
3. Accredited with the BABCP or BPS as a PWP (or working towards accreditation if within six months of qualifying)
Desirable
4. Key skills in literacy, numeracy and IT
5. Core profession in mental health nursing, social work, occupational therapy, psychology
Experience
Essential
6. Experience of working with people with common mental health problems in an Talking Therapies setting
7. Ability to demonstrate a range of experiences in offering and delivering a full range of evidence based Talking Therapies low intensity interventions
8. Experience of screening, assessing and working with a range of mental health issues at step 2.
9. Experience of working with and manging risk.
Desirable
10. Experience in drug/alcohol management.
11. Experience of "Partnership working".
12. Worked in a service where agreed targets are in place demonstrating clinical outcomes.
Skills
Essential
13. Ability to implement NICE guidance for Step 2 interventions for mental health problems.
14. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills.
15. Computer skills.
16. Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
Desirable
17. Demonstrates knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health.
18. Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems.
Registration
Essential
19. Applying for Accreditation with Registered Provider (BPS/BABCP)
Desirable
20. Accreditation with Registered Provider (BABCP/BPS)