Job Title: CBT Therapist - Brand New Residential Recovery Service
Salary: £39,000 – £49,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Location: North West London - onsite
Contract Type: Permanent
Qualifications: BABCP Accredited
Summary:
Compass Associates are proud to be partnering with a leading provider of mental health and addiction services on the launch of a brand-new, flagship residential therapy centre in North West London.
This modern, non-medical service offers structured, evidence-based support for individuals recovering from both substance and behavioural addictions - built around compassion, connection, and clinically robust treatment models.
We’re currently seeking an experienced and accredited CBT Therapist to help shape this pioneering model of care from day one. If you're passionate about meaningful, person-centred recovery and thrive in collaborative environments, this is a unique opportunity to be part of something transformative.
Your Role at a Glance:
As a CBT Therapist, you’ll play a key role in delivering both 1:1 and group therapy as part of a therapy-led, non-12-step programme. You'll support clients through tailored cognitive behavioural interventions that foster resilience, relapse prevention, and long-term wellbeing.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team to guide care plans, deliver structured sessions, and help shape client journeys from admission through to discharge.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver thorough CBT assessments and evidence-based treatment plans
* Facilitate both individual and group therapy sessions focused on addiction and recovery
* Contribute to client reviews, MDT meetings, and collaborative care planning
* Maintain accurate clinical records and meet governance standards
* Engage in ongoing clinical supervision and reflective practice
What We’re Looking For:
Essential:
* Full BABCP Accreditation
* Experience working with addiction, mental health, or complex presentations
* Experience in delivering CBT interventions in individual and group formats
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Passion for ethical, trauma-informed, client-focused care
What’s in It for You?:
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Additional birthday leave
* Funded CPD and clinical supervision
* Free onsite parking
* Paid DBS
* Clear progression and development pathways
* Access to a full employee benefits and wellbeing portal
Commutable From: Barnet, Watford, Mill Hill, Harrow, Potters Bar, Enfield, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead, Edgware, St Albans, Borehamwood
Contact Details:
For more information or to apply, please contact Georgia Arnold at Compass Associates: garnold@compassltd.co.uk
Recommendations:
Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.