Trainee Dialectical Behavioural Therapist – UK Visa Sponsorship Available in Scarborough

Job title: Trainee Dialectical Behavioural Therapist.

Employer: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust (TEWV).

Location: Ellis Centre, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England.

Salary: Advertised at around £39,959-£56,515 per annum (Band 6).

Employment type: Not specified in the supplied listing.

Contract: Permanent.

Work arrangement: In person, 37.5 hours per week.

Job overview

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Trainee Dialectical Behavioural Therapist to join its Adult Mental Health services. The successful candidate will undertake a postgraduate diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) while gaining supervised clinical experience supporting people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties.

The first two years will primarily focus on postgraduate training and developing the competencies required for professional accreditation. The successful applicant must secure admission to an accredited DBT training programme. Upon achieving accreditation, the position will be upgraded to Band 7 Psychological Therapist, with the corresponding salary increase.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive DBT programme under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Conduct initial assessments, pre-treatment engagement and individual therapy sessions.
• Facilitate DBT skills training groups to help service users develop practical coping skills.
• Provide inter-session telephone coaching in line with established treatment arrangements.
• Undertake clinical risk assessments and develop appropriate risk management plans.
• Support crisis intervention and safeguarding activities.
• Participate in weekly DBT consultation team meetings and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Collaborate with psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide specialist advice and contribute to coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, reports and correspondence.
• Participate in clinical supervision and professional development activities.
• Contribute to service evaluation, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate commitment to completing the postgraduate diploma and achieving DBT accreditation.

Requirements

• A degree-level mental health qualification, such as Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Current registration with an appropriate regulatory body, including HCPC, GMC, NMC or Social Work England.
• Experience working with people experiencing severe and enduring mental health difficulties.
• Experience delivering psychologically informed interventions within secondary mental healthcare settings.
• Previous DBT training through a recognised provider, preferably Foundation (five days) or Intensive (10 days) training.
• Applicants with Essential Skills DBT training or TEWV's three-day Introduction to DBT training may also be considered.
• Demonstrable interest in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and psychological interventions.
• Knowledge of clinical risk assessment, risk management and safeguarding.
• Understanding of clinical governance and relevant mental health legislation.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing clinical reports and referral letters.
• Willingness to undertake postgraduate study, clinical supervision and further professional training.
• Previous experience delivering psychological wellbeing interventions is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: Annual remuneration of £39,959-£56,515 under NHS Band 6.
• Career progression: Opportunity to progress to a Band 7 Psychological Therapist position following successful DBT accreditation.
• Professional development: Funded training pathway through a postgraduate diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, subject to the advertised training arrangements.
• Permanent employment: Opportunity to secure a permanent position within an established NHS mental health organisation.
• Clinical supervision: Access to professional guidance and support throughout the training period.
• Multidisciplinary experience: Opportunity to collaborate with experienced psychological professionals and other healthcare practitioners.
• Research and service improvement: Opportunities to participate in clinical audits, service evaluation and quality improvement.
• Staff support: Access to a supportive, values-driven organisation that prioritises professional development and person-centred care.
• Visa sponsorship: The Trust confirms that Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship may be available, subject to the applicant and position meeting the relevant eligibility requirements.