Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit to our Step 4 Primary Psychological Therapies Service working with adults of working age and older people for two band 5 associate psychological practitioners. We would also consider APPs currently undergoing mental health well-being practitioner training. The successful applicants will be expected to support qualified psychological practitioners in developing formulations and in the delivery of different evidence based psychological interventions (both group and individual). The role requires the ability to liaise clearly and effectively with clients, families and other professionals and to support with audit/research projects.
Responsibilities
* To support qualified psychological practitioners in the delivery of evidence based psychological interventions (both group and individuals) and be comfortable with co-facilitating group interventions. The post would therefore be expected to manage a caseload which includes adults of working age and older adult clients.
* The ability to assess risk and create safety plans with clients and document accordingly is essential.
* To support clients with the opt in process for the service as required.
* To be involved in the triage process and in communicating the outcome to clients.
* To communicate and liaise with clients, families, and other professionals verbally and in writing and must therefore be able to share complex and sensitive information clearly and concisely.
* To support with audit and research ongoing in the service, as well as helping with clinical administration tasks and database management as appropriate.
* You would be expected to attend team meetings and to contribute appropriately.
* The role requires attendance at weekly supervision sessions held with a clinical psychologist in accordance with professional practice guidelines and CWP policy.
* The post holders would attend CPD sessions as appropriate in line with service needs and personal development.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Recruitment, training and eligibility
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence and values. We recruit people that can demonstrate the Trust’s Values in their everyday life and use a values-based approach in our interviews. Please review the Trust’s Values and consider how they align with your own values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust’s Values and associated behaviours with examples from work experience and/or personal life.
An applicant guide to help and support you through recruitment can be accessed at the bottom of this page. For help completing your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
Other information
If you have a disability meeting the Equality Act 2010 definition and meet the essential criteria, you may be eligible for the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Please inform the team if you have special support needs during interview and selection processes. The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to armed forces community applicants and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above. Applicants are advised to apply early as a large number of applications may lead to the vacancy being closed before the advertised date.
We look forward to receiving your application. This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Oct 2025.
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