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 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.
