St Peter’s Hospice are looking for experienced Band 7 Senior Psychological Therapists to join their Psychological Therapies Team (PTT). The Psychological Therapy team works with adults and children, individually and in groups. We work face to face with our patients and clients, in our therapy rooms, in their homes or on the inpatient unit as well as remotely. The team are supported by a dedicated group of volunteers so there is the opportunity for formal and informal supervision. We are looking for therapists with energy, enthusiasm, and experience of working in a dynamic team. You will be an excellent and empathetic communicator who is a supportive team member. Someone who can work with others to develop services, work dynamically in the ever-changing mental health landscape and support, and educate the organisation with psychologically informed practice. You will be qualified to work with adults and children. The work the team does can be challenging; supporting those affected by the psychological effects of an incurable illness and bereavement. These individuals might be living with existing mental health challenges as well as complex social circumstances. We are looking for someone who feels they will be able to flourish and contribute to this challenging context. What we can offer you: Salary: Band 7 equivalent, from £46,148 to £52,809 year (FTE), dependent on experience 0.8 FTE (but possibility of 1.0 FTE) Based at the hospice in Brentry but you will also be working in localities and in the community This is a chance to make a difference and work in a supportive and collaborative environment. For more information, please view the job description located at end of this page or if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Tom Aplin, Emotional and Psychological Team Lead at tom.aplinstpetershospice.org. Due to the nature of the work involved, this role is exempt from the ROA and all jobholders are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Check. We will review applications as they come in and therefore, we may close the vacancy before the closing date, so candidates are advised to apply early. All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this. Interviews will take place on Friday 10th of January at our Brentry site. We ask anyone applying to be sure they are available on this date. About Us St Peter's Hospice is a well-loved hospice that provides extensive inpatient and community services, in Bristol and the surrounding areas. Every year St Peter's Hospice makes a difference in the lives of thousands of patients and their families when it matters most. Many of our staff work directly with patients and their families in nursing, health care and medical jobs. Others raise money to support patient care through our chain of over 40 charity shops and our fundraising activities. We also have a significant number of staff working in varied office-based roles. Our aim is to provide an inclusive, safe and healthy workplace that boosts creativity and motivation. Our Inpatient Unit is a state-of-the-art centre of clinical excellence, that was built with the generous support of the people of Bristol. Beyond our Inpatient Unit, you'll find our team in homes and on the phone 24/7. More recently in response to the pandemic we have moved some services online to continue support for our patients. The Hospice is also a centre of educational excellence and we teach other healthcare professionals about how to care for people at the end of their lives, supporting the NHS and care homes provide end of life care. The Benefits For our nursing and clinical teams, we offer attractive terms and conditions similar to the NHS including: NHS equivalent salaries Generous holiday entitlement and recognition for previous NHS service (up to 33 days for 10 years’ service) Continuance of the NHS Pension Scheme for existing members There are many benefits to working at the Hospice including: Generous holiday allowance Competitive salary Group Personal Pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Cycle scheme Eye care scheme (role dependent) Access to discounts and offers from popular retailers Health Care Cash Plan Group Life insurance scheme Reduced Gym memberships Free on-site parking Opportunities to get involved in fundraising and social activities Comprehensive induction In-house education team Opportunities for continual professional development We offer the ability to work in a variety of places, as your role demands. We embrace hybrid working and there are opportunities to work remotely as well as in one of our office locations. We also offer flexible working hours to help you manage your work life balance. Equality and Diversity At St Peter’s Hospice, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout the organisation. We understand the value of a diverse mix of talented people that is representative of our community and are proactively taking action to support EDI and Wellbeing. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of their age, disability, religion or belief, sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. Documents