Job summary We are excited be able to offer this post for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate to join our service to gain more experience within the field of bariatrics and complex weight management using ACT/CBT based approaches. Our trust is situated in Hackney and serves a socially complex and diverse population locally and across northeast London and Essex areas. Our aim is to deliver clinical excellence translating to real improvements in physical and emotional wellbeing and quality of life for all our patients, utilising behavioural change approaches, medical and surgical intervention and innovative practice. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in working within a multi-disciplinary setting, carrying out assessments and delivering psychological interventions, in the practical application of clinical governance and in supporting patients with long term conditions. In addition to the 0.5 WTE Band 5 Senior AP post, the selection process will also seek to recruit an additional candidate for a Band 4 0.5 WTE AP post. Candidates will be asked to state if they wish to be considered for both posts at the interview. ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY DUE TO HIGH APPS Main duties of the job To carry out assessments and deliver treatment under supervision To manage digital, telephone and face to face contact with patients who may present with psychological, social and physical health complexities and who may be reluctant to engage with care offered Attend and contribute to MDT discussions To provide support to MDT colleagues by undertaking data collection, clinical audits, research and review of evidence base, the production of reports and summaries and use of computer packages for the processing and analysis of reports and data Support the delivery of intervention groups and individual treatment About us Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond. We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home. Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times. We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly. Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits. Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list. Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year p.a. inc. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 293-SWNS-0433 Job locations Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Orsman Road London N1 5RA Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page. The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Qualification Essential First degree or equivalent in psychology (conferring GBR from the BPS) Desirable Post-Graduate Certificate or equivalent in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment Skills Essential Required level of English language competence Ability to build and sustain cross-discipline / sector relationships Ability to demonstrate sound person-centred skills in the engagement of patients within clinical settings Ability to manage highly emotive conversations with patients/carers/families empathically and professionally Ability to contain others' distress and to reflect on own responses to distress Analytical - able to interpret data and synthesise information from different sources Computer literate - able to use spreadsheets and computerised information systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) Well-developed English written and oral communication skills - able to present complex information in jargon-free, reader-friendly ways Competence in using virtual consultation programmes (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Attend Anywhere) Desirable Experience in motivational interviewing, CBT and ACT Experience of inter-and intra-disciplinary working Presentation skills in front of groups Experience Essential Working with adults with long term health conditions/ in medical/ health teams Delivering psychological interventions for adult or older adult clients using CBT/ACT and/or one of the other evidence-based psychological treatment modalities Working in a health multidisciplinary team Experience of building working relationships and face to face contact with people with emotional difficulties Experience and understanding of working with a diverse range of communities (e.g. ethnic, gender and sexual minorities) Desirable Working with NHS staff in a medical or health setting Experience of carrying out health or other promotion work in a community Carrying out audit or evaluative research in health services Experience in carrying out multidisciplinary assessments Experience in delivering group based interventions Knowledge Essential Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues Broad background knowledge of the NHS, Local Authority, clinical health services and voluntary sector provision and the legislative frameworks underpinning the provision of health and social care Detailed understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems and their carers, across a diverse range of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds Broad background knowledge of health and social care policy Knowledge of the national service standards as well as treatment guidance and the evidence-based treatments for obesity and weight related issues Desirable Detailed understanding of specific policy objectives within mental health Understanding of long term conditions and their responsiveness to talking therapies Trust values Essential Understanding of the Trust values Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act Highly motivated and enthusiastic Able to engage with others Able to work both independently and in a team Flexible - able to respond to changing and developing circumstances whilst maintaining overall direction of travel Personal resilience and stamina - able to see things through A commitment to equal opportunities Person Specification Qualification Essential First degree or equivalent in psychology (conferring GBR from the BPS) Desirable Post-Graduate Certificate or equivalent in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment Skills Essential Required level of English language competence Ability to build and sustain cross-discipline / sector relationships Ability to demonstrate sound person-centred skills in the engagement of patients within clinical settings Ability to manage highly emotive conversations with patients/carers/families empathically and professionally Ability to contain others' distress and to reflect on own responses to distress Analytical - able to interpret data and synthesise information from different sources Computer literate - able to use spreadsheets and computerised information systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) Well-developed English written and oral communication skills - able to present complex information in jargon-free, reader-friendly ways Competence in using virtual consultation programmes (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Attend Anywhere) Desirable Experience in motivational interviewing, CBT and ACT Experience of inter-and intra-disciplinary working Presentation skills in front of groups Experience Essential Working with adults with long term health conditions/ in medical/ health teams Delivering psychological interventions for adult or older adult clients using CBT/ACT and/or one of the other evidence-based psychological treatment modalities Working in a health multidisciplinary team Experience of building working relationships and face to face contact with people with emotional difficulties Experience and understanding of working with a diverse range of communities (e.g. ethnic, gender and sexual minorities) Desirable Working with NHS staff in a medical or health setting Experience of carrying out health or other promotion work in a community Carrying out audit or evaluative research in health services Experience in carrying out multidisciplinary assessments Experience in delivering group based interventions Knowledge Essential Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues Broad background knowledge of the NHS, Local Authority, clinical health services and voluntary sector provision and the legislative frameworks underpinning the provision of health and social care Detailed understanding of the needs of people with mental health problems and their carers, across a diverse range of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds Broad background knowledge of health and social care policy Knowledge of the national service standards as well as treatment guidance and the evidence-based treatments for obesity and weight related issues Desirable Detailed understanding of specific policy objectives within mental health Understanding of long term conditions and their responsiveness to talking therapies Trust values Essential Understanding of the Trust values Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act Highly motivated and enthusiastic Able to engage with others Able to work both independently and in a team Flexible - able to respond to changing and developing circumstances whilst maintaining overall direction of travel Personal resilience and stamina - able to see things through A commitment to equal opportunities 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Orsman Road London N1 5RA Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)