Job summary Wandsworth Talking Therapies is a primary care mental health and wellbeing service which aims to provide support to people living within Wandsworth or those with a Wandsworth G.P. As a service, we aim to deliver a range of evidence-based psychological interventions to people with common mental health problems within a stepped care model. Wandsworth Talking Therapies is professionally managed by a consultant Clinical Psychologist and operationally managed by a service manager. The team consists of qualified Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, CBT Therapists and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) who provide evidence-based psychological interventions in line with NICE guidance. Wandsworth is a wonderfully diverse mix of communities, cultures and energy. Therefore we are seeking individuals who relish the opportunity to work with diverse communities and contribute to positive community development in mental health. We are particularly excited about the opportunity to develop culturally sensitive services and have a strong track record in innovative practice and training. Wandsworth have an excellent reputation in the development and support of PWP roles and we are excited about the potential new developments at step 2 going forward. Main duties of the job We are looking for a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our successful and dynamic IAPT service. You will offer triage assessments and low intensity interventions to people with common mental health problems (depression and anxiety disorders). You will provide brief telephone based triage assessments as well as NICE-supported low intensity treatments such as guided self-help and CBT-based psycho-educational courses. You will receive regular clinical supervision from either a Senior PWP or clinical/counselling psychologist/CBT therapist working within the service. Successful applicants will have a strong academic background with a good (upper second or first class) degree in the behavioural sciences and also a keen interest in primary care. Successful applicants must have a Low intensity PWP qualification. Please note if you do not have this qualification you will not be considered for the post. Successful applicants will also have excellent interpersonal skills and have experience of working with people who have mental health problems. We are also looking for someone who has enthusiasm, confidence and the ability to work flexibly and autonomously within a team. You will be based at our office in Tooting Broadway with opportunities to work remotely from home as well. Do you have/or are you currently studying a post graduate low intensity PWP qualification? IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THIS QUALIFICATION YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POST. About us We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust. We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £35,964 to £43,780 a year per annum inclusive of inner London HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 294-COMM-7021233-JB Job locations Wandsworth Talking Therapies 56 Tooting High St London SW17 0RN Job description Job responsibilities You will work clinically within primary care settings and be required to work flexible hours in line with the improving access agenda. The service operates from 8am to 8pm Monday to Thursday, and 8 to 4pm on Fridays and you will be required to work two evenings per week. Your working pattern can be negotiated and many of our clinicians prefer to work condensed hours to allow for a better work/life balance. In light of the Covid pandemic, the service is currently offering the opportunity to work remotely, with an expectation that everyone is in the office for two days per week to meet the demand for face to face appointments. It is likely that agile working will continue to be part of the job role moving forward. Supporting clinicians We are mindful that working in a fast paced service with people experiencing psychological distress can be challenging as well as immensely rewarding. We take a compassionate leadership approach to ensure that these challenges are acknowledged and staff are supported through regular supervision, trainings, reflective practice and wellbeing focused line management supervision. We take pride in promoting a team who are supportive of each other. Job description Job responsibilities You will work clinically within primary care settings and be required to work flexible hours in line with the improving access agenda. The service operates from 8am to 8pm Monday to Thursday, and 8 to 4pm on Fridays and you will be required to work two evenings per week. Your working pattern can be negotiated and many of our clinicians prefer to work condensed hours to allow for a better work/life balance. In light of the Covid pandemic, the service is currently offering the opportunity to work remotely, with an expectation that everyone is in the office for two days per week to meet the demand for face to face appointments. It is likely that agile working will continue to be part of the job role moving forward. Supporting clinicians We are mindful that working in a fast paced service with people experiencing psychological distress can be challenging as well as immensely rewarding. We take a compassionate leadership approach to ensure that these challenges are acknowledged and staff are supported through regular supervision, trainings, reflective practice and wellbeing focused line management supervision. We take pride in promoting a team who are supportive of each other. Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Qualification from an accredited PWP/Low Intensity Training Course Registration with the BABCP or in the process of gaining registration Desirable Psychology or other social science or health-related undergraduate degree Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or counselling Psychology or other social science or health-related postgraduate degree Experience Essential Extensive experience of working in primary care or IAPT services Experience of working towards clinical and operational performance targets Desirable Experience of working in the local community Knowledge & Skills Essential A good understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care Skills in the assessment and Step 2 CBT treatment of patients with depression and anxiety disorders Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients Excellent written and verbal communication skills A knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health Desirable Knowledge of the theory and practice of evidence-based group and individual psychological interventions at Step 2 Knowledge of the academic literature concerning common mental disorders in general practice and their treatment within a Step 2 IAPT service Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential Qualification from an accredited PWP/Low Intensity Training Course Registration with the BABCP or in the process of gaining registration Desirable Psychology or other social science or health-related undergraduate degree Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy or counselling Psychology or other social science or health-related postgraduate degree Experience Essential Extensive experience of working in primary care or IAPT services Experience of working towards clinical and operational performance targets Desirable Experience of working in the local community Knowledge & Skills Essential A good understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in primary care Skills in the assessment and Step 2 CBT treatment of patients with depression and anxiety disorders Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients Excellent written and verbal communication skills A knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health Desirable Knowledge of the theory and practice of evidence-based group and individual psychological interventions at Step 2 Knowledge of the academic literature concerning common mental disorders in general practice and their treatment within a Step 2 IAPT service Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust Address Wandsworth Talking Therapies 56 Tooting High St London SW17 0RN Employer's website https://www.swlstg.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)