Job overview
Manchester Early Detection & Intervention Team ( EDIT) is the ARMS pathway for Manchester. It is a stand -alone therapy service which provides specialist assessment and psychological treatment for 14-35 year olds who have an At Risk Mental State.
Main duties of the job
In conjunction with the EDIT therapy colleagues, the post holders will conduct specialist CAARMS assessments (training will be provided) and manage an individual caseload of complex and varied therapy clients. The post holders will be responsible for providing evidence-based therapies, to formulate and treat psychological difficulties with our client group.
This job description recognises the need to engage with appropriate supervision and professional development as a core theme.
The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users’ and their carers and the diversity of young people in Manchester.
Working for our organisation
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
1. Pay Enhancements
2. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
3. Excellent pension
4. Cycle to work scheme
5. Salary sacrifice car scheme
6. Wellbeing programme
7. fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person specification
Education and training
Essential criteria
8. •BABCP or BACP Accreditation (or equivalent. ACAT) as psychological therapist, or currently eligible and seeking accreditation
9. •Minimum 2 years post qualifying experience working as a psychological therapist
10. •Post Graduate diploma or above in psychological therapy
11. •A core professional qualification in one of the following: nursing, social work, psychotherapy/ counselling, clinical/counselling psychology, occupational therapy
Desirable criteria
12. •Additional post qualifying professional level qualifications or training in CFT, ACT, EMDR, CAT, DBT, CBT
13. •Supervisory qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
14. •Experience of using evidence based psychological interventions with clients with mental health problems of varying severity and complexity.
15. •Experience of delivering psychological assessment with clients with mental health problems of varying severity and complexity
16. •Experience of managing own caseload and time
17. •Experience of working therapeutically in NHS, Education or third sector mental health service
Desirable criteria
18. •Experience of working therapeutically with young people
19. •Experience of working with diversity and inner city communities
20. •Experience of working with psychosis
21. •Experience of delivering therapy with neurodivergent clients
22. •Experience of working with clinical complexity
Knowledge and Skills
Essential criteria
23. •Be skilled in the use of evidence based therapy assessment and psychological interventions.
24. •Have good knowledge of a range of psychological interventions and therapy modalities.
25. •Have skills and knowledge regarding the assessment and evaluation of risks and safeguarding.
26. •Be computer literate and use MS word, teams and clinical recording systems.
27. •Have commitment to continuing professional development and reflexive clinical practice.
28. •Capacity to work in situations demanding careful clinical judgement.
29. •Ability to work within a small team and foster good working relationships.
30. •Ability to work under pressure with complex cases with limited resources.
31. •Willingness to provide supervision to a range of trainees on placement with EDIT.
Desirable criteria
32. •Skills and experience of delivering clinical supervision.
33. •Experience of delivering therapy and assessments via MS Teams.
34. •Knowledge of issues impacting young people and their mental health.
Communication
Essential criteria
35. •Ability to communicate complex and highly technical and /or clinically sensitive information clearly both verbally and in writing.
36. •Can demonstrate a high-level of interpersonal skill and sensitivity when communicating with a wide audience including clients, carers, health care colleagues and external agencies.
37. •Can demonstrate ability to contribute to clinical team meetings to ensure the effective sharing of clinical information.
38. •Can demonstrate punctual, factual written and electronic records are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards.
39. •Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times.
Desirable criteria
40. N/a
Other Requirements
Essential criteria
41. •There is a requirement for some travel between GMMH sites across the Manchester footprint to provide assessments and therapy.
42. •There is a requirement to fulfil a full range of duties partially working from home, in an appropriate, confidential and professional space
Desirable criteria
43. N/a
The Trust mandates all post holders who require a DBS for their role to subscribe to the DBS Update Service. You will be required to enrol for this service for a fee of £16 per year and maintain registration throughout your employment with GMMH.
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts at Greater Manchester Mental Health who have direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services either as a service user or a carer.
The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve, and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups, for example BAME, Disabled and LGBT+ communities. If you would like to have an informal chat about the recruitment process for this role or would value some additional support, we’d love to hear from you.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications
A candidate may utilise the help of AI when writing job application. The assessment of an application is made on its entirety and most times AI-generated content does not fully grasp the context and requirements of the job one applies for thus producing inaccurate and misleading information, especially in the supporting statement section of an application that can lack real life examples of one’s achievements, success and challenges.
We have added a disclaimer to our application process advising that the use of AI is monitored. GMMH reserves the right to follow up with a candidate at the interview on specific responses and those examples used in the supporting statement to explore it further.
Sponsorship
We are proud to be an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Please be aware that not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible roles and salary requirements on the UK Government’s website – click .
If you are offered a role with us and you require sponsorship, we will check your eligibility in line with the information on the above website. Your offer of employment could be withdrawn if the role is not eligible for sponsorship, and you are not otherwise able to evidence your right to work in the UK.
The Home Office introduces new changes from 22/07/2025 that impact the health and care sector, you may wish to familiarise with it.
Do you have experience outside the NHS?
We want to attract and retain people with diverse skills and experience, to deliver inclusive healthcare services to our communities.
We will consider relevant experience outside the NHS to calculate your salary on appointment.