Company Overview Mind in Bexley and East Kent believes that no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We work to reduce the stigma associated with mental health, support people in their recovery and champion better services for all. We believe that, with the right support and resources, everybody can create a meaningful life regardless of the presence of symptoms. Mind in Bexley and East Kent is a local Mind mental health charity offering a wide range of support, advice and information across Bexley, Thanet and the Canterbury district. The purpose of the charity is to promote the preservation and safeguarding of mental health and provide relief for people experiencing mental health difficulties. We promote wellbeing, reduce stigma, support recovery and advocate for improved services for everyone. Job Summary The Project Engagement Officer will deliver a number of community engagement and outreach activities across the Veterans Project, Wellbeing Ambassador Project and Physical Health Checks Initiative. The postholder will build relationships with community groups, local businesses, professionals and stakeholders to increase awareness and participation in these projects. They will deliver presentations, attend community events, support promotional campaigns and contribute to the creation of engaging communications and social media content. The postholder will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Team and other colleagues across the organisation. The element of the role linked to the Veterans Project uses the title of Armed Forces Connector. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for planning, delivering, monitoring and evaluating multiple projects simultaneously, with particular focus on: Veterans Project Wellbeing Ambassador Project (including the Bexley Barbershop Project) Physical Health Checks Initiative You will: Ensure projects are delivered to a high standard, within agreed budgets and timescales. Build relationships with community organisations, businesses, stakeholders and local partners. Represent Mind in Bexley and East Kent at community events, awareness campaigns and engagement activities. Deliver presentations and talks to professional groups and community audiences. Support the development of promotional materials, digital messaging and targeted social media campaigns. Facilitate the co-design of leaflets, toolkits and engagement resources. Monitor project activity and outcomes, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement. Work collaboratively with the Development and Fundraising Lead to maximise project impact and achieve successful outcomes. Maintain accurate records and contribute to project reporting requirements. Provide information stands and engagement activities at public events when required. General Responsibilities Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date database records of relevant contacts across the London Borough of Bexley. Support the development and production of promotional and engagement materials. Build positive relationships with participants, partners and stakeholders. Deliver excellent service and represent the charity professionally at all times. Confidently communicate the charity's key messages, services and values. Contribute content for newsletters, website updates and social media platforms. Participate actively in team meetings, supervision sessions and appraisals. Work towards agreed personal development objectives. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and quality standards. Complete mandatory training and maintain training records as required. Work flexibly, including occasional evening and weekend working. Time off in lieu (TOIL) may be taken subject to agreement with your line manager. Project RequirementsWellbeing Ambassador Project Including, but not limited to: Build on the success of the Bexley Barbershop Project by recruiting and supporting barbers, hairdressers, tattooists and ambassadors from other agreed commercial settings. Support ambassadors to promote positive mental health conversations and signpost individuals to appropriate support services. Facilitate a monthly evening peer support session for ambassadors to share experiences, learning and best practice. Coordinate additional training and development opportunities for ambassadors where required. Promote engagement and awareness activities across the local community. Armed Forces Connector Responsibilities Including, but not limited to: Facilitate a weekly peer support session for veterans, reservists and adult family members to improve wellbeing and reduce social isolation. Encourage members of the armed forces community to complete health and lifestyle surveys to help identify needs and inform service development. Support the development of a hyper-local service leaver e-bulletin, providing information about local services, support and social opportunities. Encourage veterans to access Mind in Bexley and East Kent wellbeing activities, including walking, gardening and creative groups. Support new participants to integrate into activities and services. Develop and coordinate a programme of bi-monthly social events to encourage engagement and connection within the armed forces community. Facilitate a monthly Saturday breakfast club to provide peer support and opportunities for social connection. Work with participants to ensure activities are shaped by the needs of the veteran community. Person SpecificationExperienceEssential Experience working in community engagement, wellbeing services, marketing, events management or a related field. Experience of building and maintaining effective relationships with a range of stakeholders. Experience of creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Experience of producing content for social media, websites and printed materials. Experience of organising and supporting events, workshops or community activities. Desirable Experience working within the voluntary, community or mental health sector. Experience of project delivery and evaluation. Experience of working with veterans, community groups or volunteer networks. Knowledge and SkillsEssential Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong project management and coordination skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident public speaker able to engage with professionals and community groups. Strong relationship-building and networking skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Competent user of Microsoft Office applications. Desirable Knowledge of mental health services and community support networks. Understanding of engagement, outreach and awareness-raising activities. Knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing techniques. Personal AttributesEssential Genuine passion for improving mental health and wellbeing. Creative, proactive and solution-focused approach. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities. Strong team player with a collaborative approach. Determined, motivated and committed to achieving positive outcomes. Ability to work autonomously and use initiative. Professional, approachable and empathetic manner. This job description provides an outline of the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the role. Interviews will take place on Friday 2nd October 2026. Please note that this position is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Work Location: In person
Sep 26, 2026
Full time
Company Overview Mind in Bexley and East Kent believes that no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We work to reduce the stigma associated with mental health, support people in their recovery and champion better services for all. We believe that, with the right support and resources, everybody can create a meaningful life regardless of the presence of symptoms. Mind in Bexley and East Kent is a local Mind mental health charity offering a wide range of support, advice and information across Bexley, Thanet and the Canterbury district. The purpose of the charity is to promote the preservation and safeguarding of mental health and provide relief for people experiencing mental health difficulties. We promote wellbeing, reduce stigma, support recovery and advocate for improved services for everyone. Job Summary The Project Engagement Officer will deliver a number of community engagement and outreach activities across the Veterans Project, Wellbeing Ambassador Project and Physical Health Checks Initiative. The postholder will build relationships with community groups, local businesses, professionals and stakeholders to increase awareness and participation in these projects. They will deliver presentations, attend community events, support promotional campaigns and contribute to the creation of engaging communications and social media content. The postholder will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Team and other colleagues across the organisation. The element of the role linked to the Veterans Project uses the title of Armed Forces Connector. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for planning, delivering, monitoring and evaluating multiple projects simultaneously, with particular focus on: Veterans Project Wellbeing Ambassador Project (including the Bexley Barbershop Project) Physical Health Checks Initiative You will: Ensure projects are delivered to a high standard, within agreed budgets and timescales. Build relationships with community organisations, businesses, stakeholders and local partners. Represent Mind in Bexley and East Kent at community events, awareness campaigns and engagement activities. Deliver presentations and talks to professional groups and community audiences. Support the development of promotional materials, digital messaging and targeted social media campaigns. Facilitate the co-design of leaflets, toolkits and engagement resources. Monitor project activity and outcomes, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement. Work collaboratively with the Development and Fundraising Lead to maximise project impact and achieve successful outcomes. Maintain accurate records and contribute to project reporting requirements. Provide information stands and engagement activities at public events when required. General Responsibilities Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date database records of relevant contacts across the London Borough of Bexley. Support the development and production of promotional and engagement materials. Build positive relationships with participants, partners and stakeholders. Deliver excellent service and represent the charity professionally at all times. Confidently communicate the charity's key messages, services and values. Contribute content for newsletters, website updates and social media platforms. Participate actively in team meetings, supervision sessions and appraisals. Work towards agreed personal development objectives. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures and quality standards. Complete mandatory training and maintain training records as required. Work flexibly, including occasional evening and weekend working. Time off in lieu (TOIL) may be taken subject to agreement with your line manager. Project RequirementsWellbeing Ambassador Project Including, but not limited to: Build on the success of the Bexley Barbershop Project by recruiting and supporting barbers, hairdressers, tattooists and ambassadors from other agreed commercial settings. Support ambassadors to promote positive mental health conversations and signpost individuals to appropriate support services. Facilitate a monthly evening peer support session for ambassadors to share experiences, learning and best practice. Coordinate additional training and development opportunities for ambassadors where required. Promote engagement and awareness activities across the local community. Armed Forces Connector Responsibilities Including, but not limited to: Facilitate a weekly peer support session for veterans, reservists and adult family members to improve wellbeing and reduce social isolation. Encourage members of the armed forces community to complete health and lifestyle surveys to help identify needs and inform service development. Support the development of a hyper-local service leaver e-bulletin, providing information about local services, support and social opportunities. Encourage veterans to access Mind in Bexley and East Kent wellbeing activities, including walking, gardening and creative groups. Support new participants to integrate into activities and services. Develop and coordinate a programme of bi-monthly social events to encourage engagement and connection within the armed forces community. Facilitate a monthly Saturday breakfast club to provide peer support and opportunities for social connection. Work with participants to ensure activities are shaped by the needs of the veteran community. Person SpecificationExperienceEssential Experience working in community engagement, wellbeing services, marketing, events management or a related field. Experience of building and maintaining effective relationships with a range of stakeholders. Experience of creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Experience of producing content for social media, websites and printed materials. Experience of organising and supporting events, workshops or community activities. Desirable Experience working within the voluntary, community or mental health sector. Experience of project delivery and evaluation. Experience of working with veterans, community groups or volunteer networks. Knowledge and SkillsEssential Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong project management and coordination skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident public speaker able to engage with professionals and community groups. Strong relationship-building and networking skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Competent user of Microsoft Office applications. Desirable Knowledge of mental health services and community support networks. Understanding of engagement, outreach and awareness-raising activities. Knowledge of social media platforms and digital marketing techniques. Personal AttributesEssential Genuine passion for improving mental health and wellbeing. Creative, proactive and solution-focused approach. Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities. Strong team player with a collaborative approach. Determined, motivated and committed to achieving positive outcomes. Ability to work autonomously and use initiative. Professional, approachable and empathetic manner. This job description provides an outline of the key duties and responsibilities of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the role. Interviews will take place on Friday 2nd October 2026. Please note that this position is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. Work Location: In person
IPS - Employment support For people who need mental health support, getting back into work is a vital step on their recovery journey. The evidence backs this up, but although 90% of people with severe mental illness want to work, only 8% of them are in paid employment. If you would like to join our team and champion our mission and help people who need employment support to get back into work. You will be supporting clients who are under the care of Secondary Mental Health services to gain and retain paid employment and will be based within a clinical team. This is an incredibly rewarding role. You'll have the opportunity to transform the lives of clients, to give them hope, direction and support with their recovery journey alongside other key professionals. This is also a challenging role, so you'll need to be empathetic, adaptable and dedicated to finding clients a role that's right for them. As an Employment Specialist, you'll build a good rapport with your clients, gaining a real understanding of their key skills, their aspirations and their career goals and finding them opportunities to match. You'll also spend time building productive relationships with employers in order to identify and negotiate job opportunities in the hidden labour market. Successful applicants for this post will receive training in the IPS approach, giving you the tools, you need to provide expert support and advice to clients, staff within your clinical team (e.g. Psychiatrist, Social Workers or Mental Health Nurse), while also building positive relationships with employers, opening doors and changing perceptions around mental health. We welcome applications from people with personal experience of using mental health services. Job Summary To provide support into employment for people with mental health problems including: Managing a caseload of clients who wish to return to paid work, enabling them to find or retain employment by liaising with work and training providers, accessing benefits advice and by personally providing on-going support to clients in job search and after gaining employment, in accordance with evidence based supported employment practice such as the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model of supported employment. Link with local employers and voluntary bodies in order to secure employment opportunities within the community Pro-actively support and motivate clients in obtaining employment opportunities Provide on-going support according to both the employee's and employer's needs to enable clients to both gain and retain employment. Key responsibilities To work in partnership with individuals to support them in finding paid employment, or taking steps towards this. To develop strong links with other agencies such as voluntary, statutory and businesses in the development of work opportunities for clients. To support Community Mental Health Team colleagues with information about work and training opportunities. To report on outcome measures for the service. To provide monitoring/audit information to the Senior IPS Employment Specialist responsible for Employment Services. Main duties Manage a caseload of people who have experienced mental health problems who wish to work. Prepare individuals for employment by assessing each person's individual vocational needs which might typically include identifying strengths, help with benefits, support networks, travel to work plans, etc. Co create employment action plans with the individual, and provide this to the care co-ordinator and other professionals where appropriate. Assist individuals in job search and prepare them to apply for employment/education, liaising with colleagues as required e.g. Disability Employment Advisors, Jobcentre Plus, DWP contract providers and local colleges. Contact and meet with employers to identify job opportunities for individual clients. Have a proactive approach in developing jobs tailored to suit individual clients' needs by contacting local employers, discussing mutual requirements and negotiating opportunities. Accompany job seekers to interviews if required. Provide education and support to employers, as agreed with the individual and provide job retention interventions to people at risk of losing their employment, negotiating adjustments to the job role with employers to enable the person to retain their employment. Support clients in the workplace by supporting them to learn the job role if necessary, and/or negotiating with employers to adapt the role at the start of employment or if difficulties arise in the workplace. Identify any barriers for return to work and develop appropriate strategies to overcome those barriers for clients who wish to gain or retain open employment maintaining a positive attitude to addressing challenges. Contribute to the opportunities for an individual's increased social inclusion by developing partnership working with voluntary sector agencies, and linking with primary care employment and job retention initiatives. Promote the Mindful Employer initiative and best practice in mental health and employment within the mental health services and in other organisations in the local area. Maintain and develop close links with referrers, care co-ordinators and Community Regularly attend Team meetings. Complete data monitoring sheets and keep accurate caseload records. Maintain high standards of personal development and undertake further training as may be required. Undertake regular supervision and annual appraisal. Undertake other duties as may reasonably be required by the organisation Person specification Qualifications and experience Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience/understanding of working with people with mental health support needs, or a similar client group within health, social services or the voluntary sector Experience of working with someone on a one-to-one basis Experience of managing multiple tasks at any one time Desirable Trained in IPS approach Experience of supporting people to obtain or keep work Experience of working within health, social services or voluntary sector with people who have experienced mental health problems. Experience of working assertively to influence decision makers Own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties Previous experience of delivering a service using the IPS model is a bonus Proven experience of meeting and exceeding outcomes and targets Skills and knowledge Essential An understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience mental health difficulties Developing a knowledge of a broad range of occupations and jobs Able to use IT systems, databases and tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Strong motivational, communication and listening skills Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with a range of people Good organisational ability Natural ability to build close, trusting and productive relationships with people Team orientated and able to work collaboratively within a mixed-disciplinary team Ability to work independently and use initiative to develop and promote a service Desirable Knowledge of DWP and disability/employment related benefits Knowledge of good practice in employment legislation protecting Disability and Equality Personal qualities Essential Non-judgemental and trustworthy Empathy with the needs of those who experience mental health difficulties Strong work ethic Passion and drive to make a positive difference to people's lives Highly motivated with a genuine belief that someone with a mental health condition can find paid employment Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Resilient and tenacious to not give up despite setbacks and frustrations Aware of personal strengths and weaknesses and actively invest in personal and professional development Willingness to travel within the region Understanding of the principles and practice of supported employment Understanding of the employment needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems Ability to be flexible, open and creative in problem solving Ability to initiate and develop relations with professionals Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently Excellent organisation and time management skills, including ability to plan and prioritise own workload Understanding of current government initiatives relevant to employment e.g. access to work, supported permitted work etc Ability to find solutions which improve the service You will; Be flexible and adapt approach to work Have a strong work ethic - be determined, dedicated and reliable Be friendly and approachable Be able to communicate with people to inspire trust Relate to individuals of all ages and backgrounds Be flexible with a willingness to undertake further training or share workloads . click apply for full job details
Sep 25, 2026
Full time
IPS - Employment support For people who need mental health support, getting back into work is a vital step on their recovery journey. The evidence backs this up, but although 90% of people with severe mental illness want to work, only 8% of them are in paid employment. If you would like to join our team and champion our mission and help people who need employment support to get back into work. You will be supporting clients who are under the care of Secondary Mental Health services to gain and retain paid employment and will be based within a clinical team. This is an incredibly rewarding role. You'll have the opportunity to transform the lives of clients, to give them hope, direction and support with their recovery journey alongside other key professionals. This is also a challenging role, so you'll need to be empathetic, adaptable and dedicated to finding clients a role that's right for them. As an Employment Specialist, you'll build a good rapport with your clients, gaining a real understanding of their key skills, their aspirations and their career goals and finding them opportunities to match. You'll also spend time building productive relationships with employers in order to identify and negotiate job opportunities in the hidden labour market. Successful applicants for this post will receive training in the IPS approach, giving you the tools, you need to provide expert support and advice to clients, staff within your clinical team (e.g. Psychiatrist, Social Workers or Mental Health Nurse), while also building positive relationships with employers, opening doors and changing perceptions around mental health. We welcome applications from people with personal experience of using mental health services. Job Summary To provide support into employment for people with mental health problems including: Managing a caseload of clients who wish to return to paid work, enabling them to find or retain employment by liaising with work and training providers, accessing benefits advice and by personally providing on-going support to clients in job search and after gaining employment, in accordance with evidence based supported employment practice such as the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model of supported employment. Link with local employers and voluntary bodies in order to secure employment opportunities within the community Pro-actively support and motivate clients in obtaining employment opportunities Provide on-going support according to both the employee's and employer's needs to enable clients to both gain and retain employment. Key responsibilities To work in partnership with individuals to support them in finding paid employment, or taking steps towards this. To develop strong links with other agencies such as voluntary, statutory and businesses in the development of work opportunities for clients. To support Community Mental Health Team colleagues with information about work and training opportunities. To report on outcome measures for the service. To provide monitoring/audit information to the Senior IPS Employment Specialist responsible for Employment Services. Main duties Manage a caseload of people who have experienced mental health problems who wish to work. Prepare individuals for employment by assessing each person's individual vocational needs which might typically include identifying strengths, help with benefits, support networks, travel to work plans, etc. Co create employment action plans with the individual, and provide this to the care co-ordinator and other professionals where appropriate. Assist individuals in job search and prepare them to apply for employment/education, liaising with colleagues as required e.g. Disability Employment Advisors, Jobcentre Plus, DWP contract providers and local colleges. Contact and meet with employers to identify job opportunities for individual clients. Have a proactive approach in developing jobs tailored to suit individual clients' needs by contacting local employers, discussing mutual requirements and negotiating opportunities. Accompany job seekers to interviews if required. Provide education and support to employers, as agreed with the individual and provide job retention interventions to people at risk of losing their employment, negotiating adjustments to the job role with employers to enable the person to retain their employment. Support clients in the workplace by supporting them to learn the job role if necessary, and/or negotiating with employers to adapt the role at the start of employment or if difficulties arise in the workplace. Identify any barriers for return to work and develop appropriate strategies to overcome those barriers for clients who wish to gain or retain open employment maintaining a positive attitude to addressing challenges. Contribute to the opportunities for an individual's increased social inclusion by developing partnership working with voluntary sector agencies, and linking with primary care employment and job retention initiatives. Promote the Mindful Employer initiative and best practice in mental health and employment within the mental health services and in other organisations in the local area. Maintain and develop close links with referrers, care co-ordinators and Community Regularly attend Team meetings. Complete data monitoring sheets and keep accurate caseload records. Maintain high standards of personal development and undertake further training as may be required. Undertake regular supervision and annual appraisal. Undertake other duties as may reasonably be required by the organisation Person specification Qualifications and experience Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Experience/understanding of working with people with mental health support needs, or a similar client group within health, social services or the voluntary sector Experience of working with someone on a one-to-one basis Experience of managing multiple tasks at any one time Desirable Trained in IPS approach Experience of supporting people to obtain or keep work Experience of working within health, social services or voluntary sector with people who have experienced mental health problems. Experience of working assertively to influence decision makers Own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties Previous experience of delivering a service using the IPS model is a bonus Proven experience of meeting and exceeding outcomes and targets Skills and knowledge Essential An understanding of the employment needs, and challenges faced by people who experience mental health difficulties Developing a knowledge of a broad range of occupations and jobs Able to use IT systems, databases and tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Strong motivational, communication and listening skills Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with a range of people Good organisational ability Natural ability to build close, trusting and productive relationships with people Team orientated and able to work collaboratively within a mixed-disciplinary team Ability to work independently and use initiative to develop and promote a service Desirable Knowledge of DWP and disability/employment related benefits Knowledge of good practice in employment legislation protecting Disability and Equality Personal qualities Essential Non-judgemental and trustworthy Empathy with the needs of those who experience mental health difficulties Strong work ethic Passion and drive to make a positive difference to people's lives Highly motivated with a genuine belief that someone with a mental health condition can find paid employment Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion Resilient and tenacious to not give up despite setbacks and frustrations Aware of personal strengths and weaknesses and actively invest in personal and professional development Willingness to travel within the region Understanding of the principles and practice of supported employment Understanding of the employment needs and difficulties of people who experience mental health problems Ability to be flexible, open and creative in problem solving Ability to initiate and develop relations with professionals Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently Excellent organisation and time management skills, including ability to plan and prioritise own workload Understanding of current government initiatives relevant to employment e.g. access to work, supported permitted work etc Ability to find solutions which improve the service You will; Be flexible and adapt approach to work Have a strong work ethic - be determined, dedicated and reliable Be friendly and approachable Be able to communicate with people to inspire trust Relate to individuals of all ages and backgrounds Be flexible with a willingness to undertake further training or share workloads . click apply for full job details
Job Purpose Provide clinical leadership and oversight for Step 3 High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provision within the Talking Therapies service at NHS Bexley Talking Therapies. Ensure safe, effective, and recovery-focused delivery of NICE-recommended CBT interventions. Support the development, supervision, and performance of High Intensity CBT Therapists and Trainees. Contribute to service quality improvement, data quality and the ongoing development of evidence-based practice. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities • Deliver specialist and routine CBT in line with NICE guidance for adults with depression and anxiety disorders. • Maintain an active clinical caseload while modelling best practice in sessional adherence, risk management, and outcome measurement using established measures as required by the national Talking Therapies framework. • Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulations, and treatment plans. • Provide clinical oversight on complex cases, including co-morbidity and risk-related presentations. • Provide one to one and group supervision to Talking Therapies Team. • Provide ad-hoc supervision and perform the role of a risk escalation and safeguarding as part of the duty supervision rota. • Ensure high standards of clinical documentation and adherence to Talking Therapies data standards. • Provide specialist Long Term Conditions supervision to clinicians within the service. • Support in the allocation of clients and management of waiting lists for Step 3 modalities. Leadership & Service Development • Provide clinical leadership for Step 3 therapy pathways. • Provide line management for other members of Talking Therapies Team. • Participate in service-wide meetings, audits, and performance reviews. • Contribute to equitable access, workforce planning, and pathway efficiency. • Contribute to recruitment and induction for the Talking Therapies Team. • Attend meetings with other physical and mental health teams in regards to areas of shared interest and to maintain development of joint pathways. • Support clinical lead and deputy clinical lead in the management of complaints from clients. • Manage queries from clients in therapy or on waiting lists. Clinical Supervision & Training • Deliver regular case supervision, skills supervision, and reflective practice for qualified and trainee High Intensity Therapists. • Support trainee progression, marking of CTS-R, and competency-based development. • Provide consultation across the service to colleagues on CBT-informed care. Quality & Performance • Monitor clinical outcomes, recovery rates, and therapist performance using ROMs (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7, disorder-specific tools). • Support therapists to meet activity, recovery, and throughput targets while maintaining clinical quality. • Undertake clinical audits, contribute to national audits, and produce reports for management as required. • Ensure adherence to national Talking Therapies manual, governance, and fidelity standards. Risk Management & Safeguarding • Provide senior-level input on risk assessments and crisis planning. • Liaise with GPs, secondary care, safeguarding teams, and other agencies as required. • Support safe and effective discharge planning. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential: Postgraduate Diploma in CBT accredited by BABCP. Full BABCP accreditation (or eligible to apply). Evidence of CPD consistent with maintaining BABCP accreditation. Completion of a supervision course for CBT in line with NHS Talking Therapies supervision. Desirable: Qualification in other high intensity modalities (e.g., IPT, EMDR DIT etc.) Experience of working as a psychological wellbeing practitioner or counsellor. Further training in adapted CBT for long term health conditions. Knowledge & Experience Essential: Post-qualification experience delivering CBT for a range of anxiety disorders and depression. Experience supervising or supporting CBT trainees or qualified therapists. Strong understanding of the Talking Therapies model, including Stepped care, performance and outcome frameworks. Experience of working with risk and safeguarding. Desirable: Experience delivering service development projects. Experience working with complex cases or special interest groups (e.g., LTC pathways, cases where safeguarding concerns are present, perinatal, older adults, diversity-focused interventions). Experience of the completion of clinic audits. Skills & Competencies Advanced CBT skills and ability to manage complex clinical presentations. Skilled in delivering both individual and group CBT. Ability to provide high-quality supervision and feedback. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to analyse data, interpret outcomes, and use these to improve service delivery. Competent IT and data-entry skills aligned with Talking Therapies digital systems, (IAPTUS). Personal Attributes Compassionate, reflective, and committed to evidence-based practice. Able to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service needs. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice. Additional Requirements Enhanced DBS clearance. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet service needs (e.g., early evening clinics). Available to work from our base in Bexleyheath, three days per week. Commitment to ongoing CPD and supervision requirements. Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd November 2026.
Sep 24, 2026
Full time
Job Purpose Provide clinical leadership and oversight for Step 3 High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) provision within the Talking Therapies service at NHS Bexley Talking Therapies. Ensure safe, effective, and recovery-focused delivery of NICE-recommended CBT interventions. Support the development, supervision, and performance of High Intensity CBT Therapists and Trainees. Contribute to service quality improvement, data quality and the ongoing development of evidence-based practice. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities • Deliver specialist and routine CBT in line with NICE guidance for adults with depression and anxiety disorders. • Maintain an active clinical caseload while modelling best practice in sessional adherence, risk management, and outcome measurement using established measures as required by the national Talking Therapies framework. • Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulations, and treatment plans. • Provide clinical oversight on complex cases, including co-morbidity and risk-related presentations. • Provide one to one and group supervision to Talking Therapies Team. • Provide ad-hoc supervision and perform the role of a risk escalation and safeguarding as part of the duty supervision rota. • Ensure high standards of clinical documentation and adherence to Talking Therapies data standards. • Provide specialist Long Term Conditions supervision to clinicians within the service. • Support in the allocation of clients and management of waiting lists for Step 3 modalities. Leadership & Service Development • Provide clinical leadership for Step 3 therapy pathways. • Provide line management for other members of Talking Therapies Team. • Participate in service-wide meetings, audits, and performance reviews. • Contribute to equitable access, workforce planning, and pathway efficiency. • Contribute to recruitment and induction for the Talking Therapies Team. • Attend meetings with other physical and mental health teams in regards to areas of shared interest and to maintain development of joint pathways. • Support clinical lead and deputy clinical lead in the management of complaints from clients. • Manage queries from clients in therapy or on waiting lists. Clinical Supervision & Training • Deliver regular case supervision, skills supervision, and reflective practice for qualified and trainee High Intensity Therapists. • Support trainee progression, marking of CTS-R, and competency-based development. • Provide consultation across the service to colleagues on CBT-informed care. Quality & Performance • Monitor clinical outcomes, recovery rates, and therapist performance using ROMs (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7, disorder-specific tools). • Support therapists to meet activity, recovery, and throughput targets while maintaining clinical quality. • Undertake clinical audits, contribute to national audits, and produce reports for management as required. • Ensure adherence to national Talking Therapies manual, governance, and fidelity standards. Risk Management & Safeguarding • Provide senior-level input on risk assessments and crisis planning. • Liaise with GPs, secondary care, safeguarding teams, and other agencies as required. • Support safe and effective discharge planning. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential: Postgraduate Diploma in CBT accredited by BABCP. Full BABCP accreditation (or eligible to apply). Evidence of CPD consistent with maintaining BABCP accreditation. Completion of a supervision course for CBT in line with NHS Talking Therapies supervision. Desirable: Qualification in other high intensity modalities (e.g., IPT, EMDR DIT etc.) Experience of working as a psychological wellbeing practitioner or counsellor. Further training in adapted CBT for long term health conditions. Knowledge & Experience Essential: Post-qualification experience delivering CBT for a range of anxiety disorders and depression. Experience supervising or supporting CBT trainees or qualified therapists. Strong understanding of the Talking Therapies model, including Stepped care, performance and outcome frameworks. Experience of working with risk and safeguarding. Desirable: Experience delivering service development projects. Experience working with complex cases or special interest groups (e.g., LTC pathways, cases where safeguarding concerns are present, perinatal, older adults, diversity-focused interventions). Experience of the completion of clinic audits. Skills & Competencies Advanced CBT skills and ability to manage complex clinical presentations. Skilled in delivering both individual and group CBT. Ability to provide high-quality supervision and feedback. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to analyse data, interpret outcomes, and use these to improve service delivery. Competent IT and data-entry skills aligned with Talking Therapies digital systems, (IAPTUS). Personal Attributes Compassionate, reflective, and committed to evidence-based practice. Able to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Flexible, resilient, and adaptable to service needs. Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice. Additional Requirements Enhanced DBS clearance. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet service needs (e.g., early evening clinics). Available to work from our base in Bexleyheath, three days per week. Commitment to ongoing CPD and supervision requirements. Interviews will take place week commencing 2nd November 2026.
