Job summaryAn exciting opportunity to work in NHS Sunderland Talking Therapies which is a dynamic and client-focused clinical service delivered with the Community & Voluntary Sector. The post holder will play a key role in delivering high-quality care, contributing to service development and performance, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for clients. The successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient, and proactive, with a commitment to equality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
They will be able to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, contributing positively to team culture and service delivery. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families. The successful applicant will join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
Main duties of the jobTo provide clinical leadership for the development and delivery of Talking Therapy across the whole service in partnership with the Community & Voluntary Sector.
To provide highly specialist CBT clinical supervision to trainee and qualified and trainee IAPT, High and Low Intensity Therapists and non IAPT clinicians and to ensure all those staff are in receipt of regular clinical supervision from a suitably qualified practitioner.
To lead on the development of relevant pathways within and out with the service including therapy pathways for those patients with mental health problems and co morbid specific long term physical health conditions.
To provide specialist clinical input to the service by means of carrying a small clinical caseload.
To work with the operational management of the service to analyse referral themes and data to develop the service and treatment pathways to meet service performance requirements, the needs of the current and future users of the service, national trends, and regional variances.
To attend and represent the service at locality focused, trust wide, regional and national Talking Therapies networking meetings and lead on the Sunderland Service's continuous development and improvement strategies of a clinical and treatment nature.
About usWe aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
DetailsDate posted30 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary
57,528 to 64,750 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number263-CCG26-347-JW-BJob locationsMonkwearmouth HospitalNewcastle RoadSunderlandSR5 1NBUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further details. The post would be suitable for Senior Clinical Counsellors, Psychologists and Psychotherapists. Advertising date : 30th October 2026Closing date : 13th November 2026We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached job description for further details. The post would be suitable for Senior Clinical Counsellors, Psychologists and Psychotherapists. Advertising date : 30th October 2026Closing date : 13th November 2026We welcome your application. Person Specification
Additional requirements
EssentialAble to meet the mobility requirements of the post.
Education and Qualification
EssentialDoctoral level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and Neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the HCPC and British Psychological Society/Honours degree in psychology (or approved equivalent giving eligibility for graduate registration with the BPS).HCPC registered practitioner psychologist or equivalent e.g. BABCP registered CBT practitioner. Member of an appropriate professional body. DesirablePre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychologyAdditional qualification in at least one therapeutic model, evidence-based for use with this client group
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialKnowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups relevant to the client groupWell-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinical sensitive information to clients, their family, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex multivariable data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology. Experience of providing clinical supervision. DesirableKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
Skills and Competencies
EssentialSkills in managing emotional impact of dealing with highly emotive and distressing situations through self-management and use of the clinical supervision process. Specialist skills in evidence based psychological interventions. Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management. Skills in providing clinical supervision and consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
Role/Team specific requirements
EssentialThe resilience necessary to overcome obstacles and resistance. Sensitivity towards organisational and political complexities. Excellent communicator. DesirableExperience of working within a multicultural framework
Personal Characteristics
EssentialAbility to travel extensivelyAbility to work flexibly inside and outside of office hours. Evidence of being a team player. Develop a culture that actively promotes equality and values diversity
Person Specification
Additional requirements
EssentialAble to meet the mobility requirements of the post.
Education and Qualification
EssentialDoctoral level training in clinical psychology, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and Neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the HCPC and British Psychological Society/Honours degree in psychology (or approved equivalent giving eligibility for graduate registration with the BPS).HCPC registered practitioner psychologist or equivalent e.g. BABCP registered CBT practitioner. Member of an appropriate professional body. DesirablePre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychologyAdditional qualification in at least one therapeutic model, evidence-based for use with this client group
Knowledge and Experience
EssentialKnowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups relevant to the client groupWell-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinical sensitive information to clients, their family, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex multivariable data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology. Experience of providing clinical supervision. DesirableKnowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
Skills and Competencies
EssentialSkills in managing emotional impact of dealing with highly emotive and distressing situations through self-management and use of the clinical supervision process. Specialist skills in evidence based psychological interventions. Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management. Skills in providing clinical supervision and consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
Role/Team specific requirements
EssentialThe resilience necessary to overcome obstacles and resistance. Sensitivity towards organisational and political complexities. Excellent communicator. DesirableExperience of working within a multicultural framework
Personal Characteristics
EssentialAbility to travel extensivelyAbility to work flexibly inside and outside of office hours.
Evidence of being a team player.
Develop a culture that actively promotes equality and values diversityDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. UK Registration
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustAddressMonkwearmouth HospitalNewcastle RoadSunderlandSR5 1NBUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation TrustAddressMonkwearmouth HospitalNewcastle RoadSunderlandSR5 1NBUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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